Nikon S6000 vs Olympus XZ-10

Here is a complete analysis of the Nikon S6000 vs Olympus XZ-10, both Small Sensor Compact digital cameras by manufacturers Nikon and Olympus. The resolution of the S6000 (14MP) and the XZ-10 (12MP) is relatively similar and they use the exact same sensor size (1/2.3").

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The S6000 was announced 4 years prior to the XZ-10 and that is quite a significant gap as far as tech is concerned. Both of the cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).

Before we go in to a full comparison, below is a concise view of how the S6000 matches up vs the XZ-10 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

The following is a preview of the gallery photos for Nikon Coolpix S6000 and Olympus Stylus XZ-10. The whole galleries are available at Nikon S6000 Gallery and Olympus XZ-10 Gallery.

If you're going to carry your camera frequently, you should take into account its weight and dimensions. The Nikon S6000 enjoys outside measurements of 97mm x 55mm x 25mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 1.0") accompanied by a weight of 156 grams (0.34 lbs) and the Olympus XZ-10 has dimensions of 102mm x 61mm x 34mm (4.0" x 2.4" x 1.3") with a weight of 221 grams (0.49 lbs).

See the Nikon S6000 vs Olympus XZ-10 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you are employing during that time. Underneath is the front view dimensions comparison of the S6000 and the XZ-10.

Using size and weight, the portability grade of the S6000 and XZ-10 is 94 and 91 respectively.

Usually, it is very difficult to visualize the difference between sensor sizing just by reading specs. The photograph below might provide you a greater sense of the sensor measurements in the S6000 and XZ-10.

As you can plainly see, both of those cameras posses the exact same sensor measurements albeit different resolution. You should count on the Nikon S6000 to offer you extra detail with its extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution will let you crop shots somewhat more aggressively. The older S6000 is going to be disadvantaged with regard to sensor innovation.