Nikon S6000 vs Olympus XZ-1

Here, we will be analyzing the Nikon S6000 and Olympus XZ-1, both Small Sensor Compact cameras by competitors Nikon and Olympus. There exists a sizeable gap among the resolutions of the S6000 (14MP) and XZ-1 (10MP) and the S6000 (1/2.3") and XZ-1 (1/1.63") posses different sensor sizes.

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The S6000 was revealed 11 months before the XZ-1 which means that they are of a similar generation. The two cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before going into a comprehensive comparison, here is a brief summary of how the S6000 grades vs the XZ-1 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

The following is a preview of the gallery photos for Nikon Coolpix S6000 and Olympus XZ-1. The full galleries are available at Nikon S6000 Gallery and Olympus XZ-1 Gallery.

When you are aiming to travel with your camera, you'll have to factor its weight and dimensions. The Nikon S6000 provides 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 Olympus XZ-1 has dimensions of 111mm x 65mm x 42mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 1.7") having a weight of 275 grams (0.61 lbs).

Analyze the Nikon S6000 and Olympus XZ-1 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you are utilizing during that time. Below is a front view proportions comparison of the S6000 and the XZ-1.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the S6000 and XZ-1 is 94 and 88 respectively.

Typically, its tough to imagine the gap in sensor dimensions merely by viewing specifications. The image below should offer you a greater sense of the sensor sizes in the S6000 and XZ-1.

To sum up, both of the cameras come with different megapixel count and different sensor dimensions. The S6000 having a smaller sensor is going to make achieving shallower DOF more difficult and the Nikon S6000 will result in more detail because of its extra 4MP. Higher resolution will also enable you to crop pictures a good deal more aggressively. The more aged S6000 will be disadvantaged with regard to sensor technology.