Nikon S6000 vs Nikon W300
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Nikon S6000 vs Nikon W300 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 28-196mm (F3.7-5.6) lens
- 156g - 97 x 55 x 25mm
- Released February 2010
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 125 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 3840 x 2160 video
- 24-120mm (F2.8-4.9) lens
- 231g - 112 x 66 x 29mm
- Revealed May 2017

Nikon S6000 vs Nikon W300 Overview
In this article, we are evaluating the Nikon S6000 vs Nikon W300, former being a Small Sensor Compact while the other is a Waterproof and both of them are manufactured by Nikon. The image resolution of the S6000 (14MP) and the W300 (16MP) is fairly close and they possess the same exact sensor size (1/2.3").

The S6000 was introduced 8 years before the W300 and that is a fairly serious difference as far as camera tech is concerned. Each of these cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).
Before getting through a complete comparison, below is a short synopsis of how the S6000 matches up vs the W300 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Nikon S6000 vs Nikon W300 Gallery
The following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Nikon Coolpix S6000 & Nikon Coolpix W300. The whole galleries are provided at Nikon S6000 Gallery & Nikon W300 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Nikon S6000 over the Nikon W300
S6000 | W300 |
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Reasons to pick Nikon W300 over the Nikon S6000
W300 | S6000 | |||
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Revealed | May 2017 | ![]() | February 2010 | Fresher by 89 months |
Display sizing | 3" | ![]() | 2.7" | Larger display (+0.3") |
Display resolution | 921k | ![]() | 230k | Clearer display (+691k dot) |
Common features in the Nikon S6000 and Nikon W300
S6000 | W300 | |||
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Manually focus | ![]() | Lack of manual focusing | ||
Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Absent selfie screen | ||
Touch display | ![]() | Absent Touch display |
Nikon S6000 vs Nikon W300 Physical Comparison
In case you're planning to carry your camera frequently, you need to consider its weight and measurements. The Nikon S6000 has got exterior dimensions of 97mm x 55mm x 25mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 1.0") and a weight of 156 grams (0.34 lbs) whilst the Nikon W300 has proportions of 112mm x 66mm x 29mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 1.1") with a weight of 231 grams (0.51 lbs).
Check out the Nikon S6000 vs Nikon W300 in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Do not forget, the weight of an ILC will differ dependant on the lens you are working with at that time. The following is the front view sizing comparison of the S6000 versus the W300.

Looking at size and weight, the portability score of the S6000 and W300 is 94 and 91 respectively.

Nikon S6000 vs Nikon W300 Sensor Comparison
In many cases, its hard to imagine the difference in sensor sizing only by viewing specifications. The visual below will help provide you a more clear sense of the sensor sizes in the S6000 and W300.
Plainly, each of the cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing but different megapixels. You can anticipate the Nikon W300 to provide you with extra detail using its extra 2 Megapixels. Greater resolution can also help you crop images far more aggressively. The older S6000 will be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor tech.

Nikon S6000 vs Nikon W300 Screen and ViewFinder


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Nikon S6000 vs Nikon W300 Specifications
Nikon Coolpix S6000 | Nikon Coolpix W300 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | Nikon | Nikon |
Model | Nikon Coolpix S6000 | Nikon Coolpix W300 |
Type | Small Sensor Compact | Waterproof |
Released | 2010-02-03 | 2017-05-31 |
Physical type | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor | Expeed C2 | - |
Sensor type | CCD | - |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor surface area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 14 megapixel | 16 megapixel |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | 4:3 |
Peak resolution | 4320 x 3240 | 4608 x 3456 |
Highest native ISO | 3200 | 6400 |
Lowest native ISO | 100 | 125 |
RAW photos | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detect focus | ||
Contract detect focus | ||
Phase detect focus | ||
Lens | ||
Lens mount | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 28-196mm (7.0x) | 24-120mm (5.0x) |
Maximum aperture | f/3.7-5.6 | f/2.8-4.9 |
Macro focus distance | 2cm | 1cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display sizing | 2.7 inches | 3 inches |
Resolution of display | 230 thousand dots | 921 thousand dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch display | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 8 seconds | 1 seconds |
Max shutter speed | 1/2000 seconds | 1/4000 seconds |
Continuous shutter rate | 3.0 frames per sec | 7.0 frames per sec |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual mode | ||
Custom white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash range | - | 5.20 m (at Auto ISO) |
Flash settings | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Fill-in, Slow Sync | - |
External flash | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) | 3840 x 2160 @ 30p, MP4, H.264, AAC |
Highest video resolution | 1280x720 | 3840x2160 |
Video format | H.264 | MPEG-4, H.264 |
Microphone port | ||
Headphone port | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | Built-In |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | Built-in |
Physical | ||
Environmental sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 156g (0.34 lb) | 231g (0.51 lb) |
Dimensions | 97 x 55 x 25mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 1.0") | 112 x 66 x 29mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 1.1") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall 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 | - | 280 photographs |
Type of battery | - | Built-in |
Battery model | EN-EL12 | EN-EL12 |
Self timer | Yes (3 sec or 10 sec) | Yes (2, 5 and 10 secs) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC, Internal | Onboard + SD/SDHC/SDXC card |
Card slots | 1 | 1 |
Price at release | $300 | $387 |