Nikon S6000 vs Nikon Z50

Following is a in depth analysis of the Nikon S6000 and Nikon Z50, one is a Small Sensor Compact and the latter is a Entry-Level Mirrorless and both are built by Nikon. There is a huge difference among the resolutions of the S6000 (14MP) and Z50 (21MP) and the S6000 (1/2.3") and Z50 (APS-C) posses totally different sensor size.

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The S6000 was introduced 10 years before the Z50 which is a fairly significant gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Both the cameras feature different body design with the Nikon S6000 being a Compact camera and the Nikon Z50 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera.

Before we go right into a thorough comparison, here is a simple summary of how the S6000 grades against the Z50 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

The following is a preview of the gallery images for Nikon Coolpix S6000 and Nikon Z50. The whole galleries are provided at Nikon S6000 Gallery and Nikon Z50 Gallery.

If you are looking to carry around your camera frequently, you'll have to think about its weight and volume. The Nikon S6000 has external 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 Z50 has sizing of 127mm x 94mm x 60mm (5.0" x 3.7" x 2.4") and a weight of 397 grams (0.88 lbs).

Contrast the Nikon S6000 and Nikon Z50 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you have chosen at that time. The following is a front view sizing comparison of the S6000 and the Z50.

Considering size and weight, the portability grade of the S6000 and Z50 is 94 and 74 respectively.

Oftentimes, it can be hard to envision the difference in sensor sizes only by going through a spec sheet. The pic below will provide you a far better sense of the sensor sizes in the S6000 and Z50.

Clearly, each of the cameras feature different megapixel count and different sensor sizes. The S6000 with its smaller sensor will make achieving bokeh trickier and the Nikon Z50 will provide extra detail using its extra 7 Megapixels. Higher resolution will let you crop shots way more aggressively. The more aged S6000 will be behind with regard to sensor innovation.