Nikon S6000 vs Samsung TL500

In this write-up, we will be evaluating the Nikon S6000 and Samsung TL500, both Small Sensor Compact digital cameras by manufacturers Nikon and Samsung. There is a considerable difference between the resolutions of the S6000 (14MP) and TL500 (10MP) and the S6000 (1/2.3") and TL500 (1/1.7") come with totally different sensor size.

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The S6000 was announced 5 months earlier than the TL500 and they are both of a similar age. The two cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before diving in to a complete comparison, below is a concise synopsis of how the S6000 scores vs the TL500 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

The following is a preview of the gallery photos for Nikon Coolpix S6000 & Samsung TL500. The whole galleries are viewable at Nikon S6000 Gallery & Samsung TL500 Gallery.

For anybody who is going to lug around your camera, you have to factor its weight and size. The Nikon S6000 enjoys exterior 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 Samsung TL500 has specifications of 114mm x 63mm x 29mm (4.5" x 2.5" x 1.1") having a weight of 386 grams (0.85 lbs).

Take a look at the Nikon S6000 and Samsung TL500 in our brand new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Don't forget, the weight of an ILC will change dependant on the lens you are using during that time. The following is the front view dimension comparison of the S6000 against the TL500.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability score of the S6000 and TL500 is 94 and 88 respectively.

Oftentimes, it is very difficult to visualise the gap between sensor measurements only by checking specs. The visual underneath may provide you a stronger sense of the sensor sizes in the S6000 and TL500.

As you can plainly see, each of these cameras offer different resolutions and different sensor measurements. The S6000 with its tinier sensor will make achieving shallower DOF more difficult and the Nikon S6000 will give extra detail with its extra 4 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also allow you to crop shots a little more aggressively.