Nikon S5100 vs Nikon S6100
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Nikon S5100 vs Nikon S6100 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 1600
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 28-140mm (F2.7-6.6) lens
- 132g - 97 x 57 x 22mm
- Launched August 2010
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 28-196mm (F3.7-5.6) lens
- 175g - 98 x 58 x 27mm
- Launched February 2011
Nikon S5100 vs Nikon S6100 Overview
Below, we will be comparing the Nikon S5100 vs Nikon S6100, both Small Sensor Compact digital cameras and they are both built by Nikon. There is a large difference between the image resolutions of the S5100 (12MP) and S6100 (16MP) but they enjoy the exact same sensor measurements (1/2.3").
Snapchat Adds Watermarks to AI-Created ImagesThe S5100 was unveiled 5 months prior to the S6100 so they are both of a similar age. Both of the cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).
Before we go in to a complete comparison, below is a short introduction of how the S5100 grades against the S6100 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.
Nikon S5100 vs Nikon S6100 Gallery
This is a preview of the gallery images for Nikon Coolpix S5100 & Nikon Coolpix S6100. The full galleries are viewable at Nikon S5100 Gallery & Nikon S6100 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Nikon S5100 over the Nikon S6100
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Reasons to pick Nikon S6100 over the Nikon S5100
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Focus manually | Very exact focus | |||
Screen dimension | 3" | 2.7" | Bigger screen (+0.3") | |
Screen resolution | 460k | 230k | Crisper screen (+230k dot) | |
Touch friendly screen | Quickly navigate |
Common features in the Nikon S5100 and Nikon S6100
S5100 | S6100 | |||
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Launched | August 2010 | February 2011 | Similar age | |
Screen type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed screen | |
Selfie screen | Absent selfie screen |
Nikon S5100 vs Nikon S6100 Physical Comparison
When you are planning to carry your camera frequently, you'll need to factor in its weight and measurements. The Nikon S5100 has external measurements of 97mm x 57mm x 22mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 0.9") with a weight of 132 grams (0.29 lbs) and the Nikon S6100 has proportions of 98mm x 58mm x 27mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 1.1") and a weight of 175 grams (0.39 lbs).
Contrast the Nikon S5100 vs Nikon S6100 in our completely new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.Bear in mind, the weight of an ILC will change depending on the lens you are employing at that moment. Here is the front view proportions comparison of the S5100 compared to the S6100.
Taking into account size and weight, the portability rating of the S5100 and S6100 is 95 and 93 respectively.
Nikon S5100 vs Nikon S6100 Sensor Comparison
In many cases, it is very hard to envision the contrast between sensor sizing merely by looking at specs. The visual underneath will provide you a more clear sense of the sensor sizing in the S5100 and S6100.
As you can plainly see, each of these cameras posses the exact same sensor measurements albeit not the same resolution. You can expect the Nikon S6100 to give you extra detail having an extra 4 Megapixels. Higher resolution will let you crop pictures somewhat more aggressively.
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Nikon S5100 vs Nikon S6100 Specifications
Nikon Coolpix S5100 | Nikon Coolpix S6100 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | Nikon | Nikon |
Model | Nikon Coolpix S5100 | Nikon Coolpix S6100 |
Category | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Compact |
Launched | 2010-08-17 | 2011-02-09 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor | Expeed C2 | Expeed C2 |
Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 12 megapixels | 16 megapixels |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Full resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 4608 x 3456 |
Max native ISO | 1600 | 3200 |
Minimum native ISO | 100 | 80 |
RAW data | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Touch to focus | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detect autofocus | ||
Contract detect autofocus | ||
Phase detect autofocus | ||
Number of focus points | - | 9 |
Cross focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 28-140mm (5.0x) | 28-196mm (7.0x) |
Maximal aperture | f/2.7-6.6 | f/3.7-5.6 |
Macro focus range | 2cm | 3cm |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display diagonal | 2.7 inch | 3 inch |
Resolution of display | 230k dot | 460k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch function | ||
Display technology | - | TFT touchscreen LCD with Anti-reflection coating |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 4 secs | 4 secs |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/1500 secs | 1/2000 secs |
Continuous shooting speed | - | 1.0 frames per sec |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual exposure | ||
Custom white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash range | - | 4.50 m |
Flash options | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Fill-in, Slow Syncro | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye |
External flash | ||
AEB | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) | 1280 x 720p (30fps), 640 x 480 (30fps) |
Max video resolution | 1280x720 | 1280x720 |
Video format | Motion JPEG | MPEG-4, Motion JPEG |
Mic input | ||
Headphone input | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environment seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 132 grams (0.29 lb) | 175 grams (0.39 lb) |
Dimensions | 97 x 57 x 22mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 0.9") | 98 x 58 x 27mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 1.1") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light score | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | - | 210 pictures |
Style of battery | - | Battery Pack |
Battery model | EN-EL10 | EN-EL12 |
Self timer | Yes | Yes |
Time lapse feature | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC, Internal | SD/SDHC/SDXC |
Storage slots | Single | Single |
Retail price | $200 | $195 |