Nikon S6000 vs Olympus XZ-2 iHS

Here, we are evaluating the Nikon S6000 vs Olympus XZ-2 iHS, both Small Sensor Compact cameras by manufacturers Nikon and Olympus. The sensor resolution of the S6000 (14MP) and the XZ-2 iHS (12MP) is very close but the S6000 (1/2.3") and XZ-2 iHS (1/1.7") offer totally different sensor measurements.

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The S6000 was announced 3 years earlier than the XZ-2 iHS which is a fairly big gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Each of these cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before we go right into a more detailed comparison, here is a quick introduction of how the S6000 scores versus the XZ-2 iHS in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

The following is a sample of the gallery pics for Nikon Coolpix S6000 and Olympus XZ-2 iHS. The whole galleries are viewable at Nikon S6000 Gallery and Olympus XZ-2 iHS Gallery.

In case you're planning to carry around your camera frequently, you will want to consider its weight and size. The Nikon S6000 offers outer 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) while the Olympus XZ-2 iHS has specifications of 113mm x 65mm x 48mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 1.9") with a weight of 346 grams (0.76 lbs).

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Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you are working with during that time. The following is a front view measurements comparison of the S6000 versus the XZ-2 iHS.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability rating of the S6000 and XZ-2 iHS is 94 and 85 respectively.

Generally, it's hard to visualise the contrast in sensor sizes only by viewing specs. The picture below might give you a far better sense of the sensor sizes in the S6000 and XZ-2 iHS.

All in all, the 2 cameras feature different megapixel count and different sensor sizes. The S6000 using its smaller sensor will make getting shallow depth of field more challenging and the Nikon S6000 will provide you with extra detail with its extra 2MP. Greater resolution will also enable you to crop images way more aggressively. The more aged S6000 will be behind with regard to sensor innovation.