Nikon S6000 vs Nikon S7000

In this write-up, we are contrasting the Nikon S6000 versus Nikon S7000, one being a Small Sensor Compact and the other is a Ultracompact and both are sold by Nikon. The image resolution of the S6000 (14MP) and the S7000 (16MP) is fairly well matched and they possess the same exact sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The S6000 was introduced 6 years prior to the S7000 and that is quite a sizable gap as far as technology is concerned. Both of these cameras offer different body type with the Nikon S6000 being a Compact camera and the Nikon S7000 being a Ultracompact camera.

Before we go straight into a more detailed comparison, below is a brief summation of how the S6000 matches up vs the S7000 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

The following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Nikon Coolpix S6000 and Nikon Coolpix S7000. The whole galleries are viewable at Nikon S6000 Gallery and Nikon S7000 Gallery.

In case you're planning to lug around your camera, you have to take into account its weight and volume. The Nikon S6000 provides outer dimensions of 97mm x 55mm x 25mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 1.0") and a weight of 156 grams (0.34 lbs) and the Nikon S7000 has sizing of 99mm x 60mm x 27mm (3.9" x 2.4" x 1.1") with a weight of 165 grams (0.36 lbs).

Look at the Nikon S6000 versus Nikon S7000 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you select at that time. Underneath is the front view dimension comparison of the S6000 compared to the S7000.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the S6000 and S7000 is 94 and 94 respectively.

Typically, it is very tough to imagine the gap between sensor measurements merely by reading through a spec sheet. The graphic underneath might provide you a more clear sense of the sensor sizes in the S6000 and S7000.

As you can see, each of these cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing but different megapixels. You should anticipate the Nikon S7000 to give more detail using its extra 2MP. Greater resolution will enable you to crop pics far more aggressively. The older S6000 is going to be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor technology.