Nikon S6000 vs Olympus SH-2
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Nikon S6000 vs Olympus SH-2 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- 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 Screen
- ISO 125 - 6400
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 25-600mm (F3.0-6.9) lens
- 271g - 109 x 63 x 42mm
- Announced March 2015
- Succeeded the Olympus SH-1
- Renewed by Olympus SH-3
Photography Glossary Nikon S6000 vs Olympus SH-2 Overview
Below, we will be comparing the Nikon S6000 and Olympus SH-2, former being a Small Sensor Compact while the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom by rivals Nikon and Olympus. The image resolution of the S6000 (14MP) and the SH-2 (16MP) is pretty well matched and they enjoy the exact same sensor dimensions (1/2.3").
Photobucket discusses licensing 13 billion images with AI firmsThe S6000 was revealed 6 years earlier than the SH-2 and that is quite a serious difference as far as tech is concerned. Both the cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).
Before diving straight into a in-depth comparison, below is a concise introduction of how the S6000 matches up against the SH-2 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.
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Reasons to pick Nikon S6000 over the Olympus SH-2
| S6000 | SH-2 |
|---|
Reasons to pick Olympus SH-2 over the Nikon S6000
| SH-2 | S6000 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Announced | March 2015 |  | February 2010 | Fresher by 62 months |
| 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 S6000 and Olympus SH-2
| S6000 | SH-2 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Manually focus |  | Lack of manual focusing | ||
| Screen type | Fixed |  | Fixed | Fixed screen |
| Selfie screen |  | Missing selfie screen |
Nikon S6000 vs Olympus SH-2 Physical Comparison
For anyone who is intending to carry your camera, you'll have to factor its weight and dimensions. The Nikon S6000 has external dimensions of 97mm x 55mm x 25mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 1.0") along with a weight of 156 grams (0.34 lbs) whilst the Olympus SH-2 has dimensions of 109mm x 63mm x 42mm (4.3" x 2.5" x 1.7") accompanied by a weight of 271 grams (0.60 lbs).
Examine the Nikon S6000 and Olympus SH-2 in our brand new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Keep in mind, the weight of an ILC will differ dependant on the lens you use during that time. The following is the front view measurement comparison of the S6000 versus the SH-2.
Factoring in size and weight, the portability score of the S6000 and SH-2 is 94 and 88 respectively.
Nikon S6000 vs Olympus SH-2 Sensor Comparison
In many cases, it can be hard to visualize the contrast between sensor sizing simply by checking a spec sheet. The visual underneath should give you a clearer sense of the sensor sizes in the S6000 and SH-2.
Clearly, the 2 cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements albeit different megapixels. You can expect the Olympus SH-2 to give you extra detail because of its extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also make it easier to crop shots much more aggressively. The older S6000 is going to be behind when it comes to sensor tech.
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Nikon S6000 vs Olympus SH-2 Specifications
| Nikon Coolpix S6000 | Olympus Stylus SH-2 | |
|---|---|---|
| General Information | ||
| Make | Nikon | Olympus |
| Model | Nikon Coolpix S6000 | Olympus Stylus SH-2 |
| Category | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Superzoom |
| Released | 2010-02-03 | 2015-03-11 |
| Body design | Compact | Compact |
| Sensor Information | ||
| Processor Chip | Expeed C2 | TruePic VII |
| Sensor type | CCD | BSI-CMOS |
| 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 | 14 megapixel | 16 megapixel |
| Anti aliasing filter | ||
| Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
| Highest resolution | 4320 x 3240 | 4608 x 3456 |
| Highest native ISO | 3200 | 6400 |
| Min native ISO | 100 | 125 |
| RAW files | ||
| Autofocusing | ||
| Manual focus | ||
| AF touch | ||
| AF continuous | ||
| Single AF | ||
| AF tracking | ||
| Selective AF | ||
| AF center weighted | ||
| Multi area AF | ||
| AF live view | ||
| Face detection focusing | ||
| Contract detection focusing | ||
| Phase detection focusing | ||
| Lens | ||
| Lens mount | fixed lens | fixed lens |
| Lens focal range | 28-196mm (7.0x) | 25-600mm (24.0x) |
| Largest aperture | f/3.7-5.6 | f/3.0-6.9 |
| Macro focus range | 2cm | 3cm |
| Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.8 |
| Screen | ||
| Range of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
| Screen sizing | 2.7 inch | 3 inch |
| Resolution of screen | 230k dot | 460k dot |
| Selfie friendly | ||
| Liveview | ||
| Touch display | ||
| Viewfinder Information | ||
| Viewfinder type | None | None |
| Features | ||
| Lowest shutter speed | 8 secs | 30 secs |
| Highest shutter speed | 1/2000 secs | 1/2000 secs |
| Continuous shooting speed | 3.0 frames/s | 11.5 frames/s |
| Shutter priority | ||
| Aperture priority | ||
| Manually set exposure | ||
| Exposure compensation | - | Yes |
| Set WB | ||
| Image stabilization | ||
| Integrated flash | ||
| Flash range | - | 8.30 m (at ISO 3200) |
| Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Fill-in, Slow Sync | Auto, redeye reduction, fill-in, off |
| Hot shoe | ||
| AEB | ||
| WB bracketing | ||
| Exposure | ||
| Multisegment | ||
| Average | ||
| Spot | ||
| Partial | ||
| AF area | ||
| Center weighted | ||
| Video features | ||
| Supported video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) | 1920 x 1080 (60p, 30p), 1280 x 720 (30p), 640 x 480 (30 fps) |
| Highest video resolution | 1280x720 | 1920x1080 |
| Video data format | H.264 | H.264 |
| Mic input | ||
| Headphone input | ||
| Connectivity | ||
| Wireless | None | Built-In |
| Bluetooth | ||
| NFC | ||
| HDMI | ||
| USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
| GPS | None | None |
| Physical | ||
| Environmental seal | ||
| Water proof | ||
| Dust proof | ||
| Shock proof | ||
| Crush proof | ||
| Freeze proof | ||
| Weight | 156 grams (0.34 pounds) | 271 grams (0.60 pounds) |
| Dimensions | 97 x 55 x 25mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 1.0") | 109 x 63 x 42mm (4.3" x 2.5" x 1.7") |
| 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 | - | 380 photos |
| Battery format | - | Battery Pack |
| Battery model | EN-EL12 | LI-92B |
| Self timer | Yes (3 sec or 10 sec) | Yes (2 or 12 sec, custom) |
| Time lapse recording | ||
| Storage media | SD/SDHC, Internal | SD, SDHC, SDXC, Internal Memory |
| Storage slots | One | One |
| Cost at launch | $300 | $399 |
