Nikon S6000 vs Pentax VS20
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Nikon S6000 vs Pentax VS20 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- 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 Display
- ISO 100 - 6400
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 28-560mm (F3.1-4.8) lens
- 235g - 111 x 61 x 38mm
- Introduced January 2012
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Following is a extensive overview of the Nikon S6000 vs Pentax VS20, one is a Small Sensor Compact and the other is a Small Sensor Superzoom by rivals Nikon and Pentax. The sensor resolution of the S6000 (14MP) and the VS20 (16MP) is very similar and both cameras provide the same sensor size (1/2.3").
Photography GlossaryThe S6000 was introduced 24 months prior to the VS20 making them a generation away from each other. Both the cameras have the same body design (Compact).
Before delving right into a comprehensive comparison, here is a short summation of how the S6000 matches up vs the VS20 for portability, imaging, features and an overall score.
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Reasons to pick Nikon S6000 over the Pentax VS20
| S6000 | VS20 |
|---|
Reasons to pick Pentax VS20 over the Nikon S6000
| VS20 | S6000 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Introduced | January 2012 |  | February 2010 | More modern by 24 months |
| Manually focus |  | More accurate focus | ||
| Display dimensions | 3" |  | 2.7" | Larger display (+0.3") |
| Display resolution | 460k |  | 230k | Sharper display (+230k dot) |
Common features in the Nikon S6000 and Pentax VS20
| S6000 | VS20 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Display type | Fixed |  | Fixed | Fixed display |
| Selfie screen |  | Neither includes selfie screen | ||
| Touch display |  | Neither includes Touch display |
Nikon S6000 vs Pentax VS20 Physical Comparison
When you are looking to carry around your camera frequently, you will have to think about its weight and dimensions. The Nikon S6000 features physical measurements 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 Pentax VS20 has dimensions of 111mm x 61mm x 38mm (4.4" x 2.4" x 1.5") having a weight of 235 grams (0.52 lbs).
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Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you have at that moment. Underneath is a front view dimension comparison of the S6000 against the VS20.
Considering size and weight, the portability score of the S6000 and VS20 is 94 and 90 respectively.
Nikon S6000 vs Pentax VS20 Sensor Comparison
Oftentimes, it is very hard to picture the difference between sensor sizes simply by reading technical specs. The pic below might give you a greater sense of the sensor sizing in the S6000 and VS20.
As you have seen, each of the cameras provide the same sensor dimensions but different resolution. You should expect to see the Pentax VS20 to deliver extra detail using its extra 2MP. Greater resolution will also let you crop photos more aggressively. The more aged S6000 is going to be disadvantaged in sensor tech.
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Nikon S6000 vs Pentax VS20 Specifications
| Nikon Coolpix S6000 | Pentax Optio VS20 | |
|---|---|---|
| General Information | ||
| Company | Nikon | Pentax |
| Model | Nikon Coolpix S6000 | Pentax Optio VS20 |
| Type | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Superzoom |
| Released | 2010-02-03 | 2012-01-25 |
| Physical type | Compact | Compact |
| Sensor Information | ||
| Processor | Expeed C2 | - |
| Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
| Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
| Sensor dimensions | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.08 x 4.56mm |
| Sensor area | 28.1mm² | 27.7mm² |
| Sensor resolution | 14 megapixel | 16 megapixel |
| Anti aliasing filter | ||
| Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | 1:1, 4:3 and 16:9 |
| Full resolution | 4320 x 3240 | 4608 x 3456 |
| Max native ISO | 3200 | 6400 |
| Lowest native ISO | 100 | 100 |
| RAW images | ||
| Autofocusing | ||
| Manual focus | ||
| AF touch | ||
| Continuous AF | ||
| Single AF | ||
| AF tracking | ||
| Selective AF | ||
| Center weighted AF | ||
| AF multi area | ||
| AF live view | ||
| Face detect focusing | ||
| Contract detect focusing | ||
| Phase detect focusing | ||
| Number of focus points | - | 3 |
| Lens | ||
| Lens mount | fixed lens | fixed lens |
| Lens focal range | 28-196mm (7.0x) | 28-560mm (20.0x) |
| Largest aperture | f/3.7-5.6 | f/3.1-4.8 |
| Macro focus range | 2cm | 3cm |
| Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.9 |
| Screen | ||
| Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
| Display size | 2.7" | 3" |
| Display resolution | 230 thousand dots | 460 thousand dots |
| Selfie friendly | ||
| Liveview | ||
| Touch capability | ||
| Display technology | - | TFT color LCD with Anti-reflective coating |
| Viewfinder Information | ||
| Viewfinder | None | None |
| Features | ||
| Slowest shutter speed | 8s | 4s |
| Maximum shutter speed | 1/2000s | 1/2500s |
| Continuous shooting rate | 3.0 frames/s | 1.0 frames/s |
| Shutter priority | ||
| Aperture priority | ||
| Manually set exposure | ||
| Set WB | ||
| Image stabilization | ||
| Integrated flash | ||
| Flash range | - | 2.80 m |
| Flash settings | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Fill-in, Slow Sync | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Soft |
| Hot shoe | ||
| AEB | ||
| White balance bracketing | ||
| Exposure | ||
| Multisegment metering | ||
| Average metering | ||
| Spot metering | ||
| Partial metering | ||
| AF area metering | ||
| Center weighted metering | ||
| Video features | ||
| Video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) | 1280 x 720 (30, 15 fps), 640 x 480 (30, 15 fps), 320 x 240 (30, 15 fps) |
| Max video resolution | 1280x720 | 1280x720 |
| Video data format | H.264 | Motion JPEG |
| Mic support | ||
| Headphone support | ||
| Connectivity | ||
| Wireless | None | Eye-Fi Connected |
| Bluetooth | ||
| NFC | ||
| HDMI | ||
| USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
| GPS | None | None |
| Physical | ||
| Environmental sealing | ||
| Water proof | ||
| Dust proof | ||
| Shock proof | ||
| Crush proof | ||
| Freeze proof | ||
| Weight | 156g (0.34 lbs) | 235g (0.52 lbs) |
| Physical dimensions | 97 x 55 x 25mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 1.0") | 111 x 61 x 38mm (4.4" x 2.4" x 1.5") |
| 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 model | EN-EL12 | D-LI122 |
| Self timer | Yes (3 sec or 10 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
| Time lapse feature | ||
| Type of storage | SD/SDHC, Internal | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal |
| Card slots | Single | Single |
| Price at launch | $300 | $106 |