Nikon S6000 vs Nikon S630

Its time to examine more closely at the Nikon S6000 and Nikon S630, both Small Sensor Compact digital cameras and both of them are offered by Nikon. The sensor resolution of the S6000 (14MP) and the S630 (12MP) is relatively similar and they enjoy the exact same sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The S6000 was introduced 13 months later than the S630 which makes the cameras a generation apart from one another. Each of these cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).

Before going in to a in depth comparison, below is a quick overview of how the S6000 matches up against the S630 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

The following is a preview of the gallery photos for Nikon Coolpix S6000 and Nikon Coolpix S630. The whole galleries are available at Nikon S6000 Gallery and Nikon S630 Gallery.

For anybody who is aiming to carry your camera often, you need to think about its weight and dimensions. The Nikon S6000 offers outside measurements of 97mm x 55mm x 25mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 1.0") along with a weight of 156 grams (0.34 lbs) while the Nikon S630 has dimensions of 97mm x 58mm x 26mm (3.8" x 2.3" x 1.0") and a weight of 140 grams (0.31 lbs).

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Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you choose at that time. Underneath is the front view physical size comparison of the S6000 versus the S630.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the S6000 and S630 is 94 and 95 respectively.

Sometimes, its difficult to envision the gap between sensor sizing just by going over specifications. The photograph here will provide you a much better sense of the sensor measurements in the S6000 and S630.

To sum up, the two cameras posses the exact same sensor measurements albeit not the same MP. You should count on the Nikon S6000 to offer you greater detail using its extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also let you crop shots somewhat more aggressively. The more recent S6000 will have an edge when it comes to sensor innovation.