Nikon S6000 vs Panasonic S2

Below is a complete comparison of the Nikon S6000 and Panasonic S2, both Small Sensor Compact digital cameras by competitors Nikon and Panasonic. The image resolution of the S6000 (14MP) and the S2 (14MP) is very well matched and both cameras posses the same sensor size (1/2.3").

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The S6000 was announced 23 months prior to the S2 making them a generation apart from each other. Each of these cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before we go right into a full comparison, here is a quick summation of how the S6000 scores against the S2 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Following is a sample of the gallery pics for Nikon Coolpix S6000 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-S2. The whole galleries are provided at Nikon S6000 Gallery and Panasonic S2 Gallery.

If you are intending to lug around your camera, you'll need 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) while the Panasonic S2 has dimensions of 98mm x 57mm x 21mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 0.8") with a weight of 112 grams (0.25 lbs).

Check out the Nikon S6000 and Panasonic S2 in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you are using at that time. The following is a front view dimensions comparison of the S6000 versus the S2.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability rating of the S6000 and S2 is 94 and 96 respectively.

Usually, it is very difficult to picture the difference between sensor measurements simply by checking specifications. The visual here will give you a stronger sense of the sensor dimensions in the S6000 and S2.

To sum up, both of the cameras have the same sensor dimensions and the exact same MP therefore you should expect similar quality of images but you will need to take the release date of the products into consideration. The older S6000 is going to be behind with regard to sensor technology.