Nikon S6000 vs Sony G3

Here is a extensive comparison of the Nikon S6000 versus Sony G3, both Small Sensor Compact cameras by manufacturers Nikon and Sony. There is a huge difference among the image resolutions of the S6000 (14MP) and G3 (10MP) but they use the exact same sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The S6000 was manufactured 14 months later than the G3 which makes the cameras a generation apart from each other. Both of these cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).

Before diving straight into a more detailed comparison, below is a quick summation of how the S6000 matches up versus the G3 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

This is a preview of the gallery photos for Nikon Coolpix S6000 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-G3. The entire galleries are provided at Nikon S6000 Gallery and Sony G3 Gallery.

In case you're aiming to carry your camera regularly, you have to factor in its weight and size. The Nikon S6000 features exterior 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) and the Sony G3 has specifications of 97mm x 59mm x 22mm (3.8" x 2.3" x 0.9") accompanied by a weight of 185 grams (0.41 lbs).

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Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you have during that time. The following is the front view proportions comparison of the S6000 and the G3.

Looking at size and weight, the portability score of the S6000 and G3 is 94 and 94 respectively.

Oftentimes, its hard to visualize the contrast in sensor sizing only by checking out a spec sheet. The visual underneath should provide you a stronger sense of the sensor measurements in the S6000 and G3.

As you can see, both of the cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements albeit different megapixels. You should count on the Nikon S6000 to show more detail due to its extra 4MP. Higher resolution will allow you to crop photographs much more aggressively. The newer S6000 should have an edge with regard to sensor innovation.