Nikon S6000 vs Sony H55
94 Imaging
36 Features
25 Overall
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92 Imaging
36 Features
28 Overall
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Nikon S6000 vs Sony H55 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
- Announced February 2010
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 25-250mm (F3.5-5.5) lens
- 200g - 103 x 58 x 29mm
- Announced June 2010

Nikon S6000 vs Sony H55 Overview
Below is a detailed overview of the Nikon S6000 vs Sony H55, both Small Sensor Compact digital cameras by companies Nikon and Sony. The resolution of the S6000 (14MP) and the H55 (14MP) is very similar and both cameras posses the identical sensor size (1/2.3").

The S6000 was announced 4 months earlier than the H55 so they are both of a similar generation. Both of the cameras feature the same body design (Compact).
Before we go straight to a detailed comparison, here is a concise synopsis of how the S6000 grades against the H55 for portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Nikon S6000 vs Sony H55 Gallery
Here is a sample of the gallery pics for Nikon Coolpix S6000 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-H55. The whole galleries are viewable at Nikon S6000 Gallery and Sony H55 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Nikon S6000 over the Sony H55
S6000 | H55 |
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Reasons to pick Sony H55 over the Nikon S6000
H55 | S6000 | |||
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Display size | 3" | ![]() | 2.7" | Larger display (+0.3") |
Common features in the Nikon S6000 and Sony H55
S6000 | H55 | |||
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Announced | February 2010 | ![]() | June 2010 | Similar generation |
Focus manually | ![]() | No manual focusing | ||
Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Display resolution | 230k | ![]() | 230k | Same display resolution |
Selfie screen | ![]() | No selfie screen | ||
Touch friendly display | ![]() | Neither provides Touch friendly display |
Nikon S6000 vs Sony H55 Physical Comparison
For anybody who is looking to lug around your camera, you need to think about its weight and proportions. The Nikon S6000 provides exterior measurements 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 Sony H55 has measurements of 103mm x 58mm x 29mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.1") and a weight of 200 grams (0.44 lbs).
Look at the Nikon S6000 vs Sony H55 in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you have chosen at that moment. Below is a front view dimensions comparison of the S6000 versus the H55.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability rating of the S6000 and H55 is 94 and 92 respectively.

Nikon S6000 vs Sony H55 Sensor Comparison
In many cases, it's hard to picture the contrast between sensor measurements simply by going over specs. The photograph underneath might provide you a greater sense of the sensor measurements in the S6000 and H55.
All in all, the two cameras come with the identical sensor size and the same exact megapixels so you should expect similar quality of photos but you should always factor the release date of the products into consideration.

Nikon S6000 vs Sony H55 Screen and ViewFinder


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Nikon S6000 vs Sony H55 Specifications
Nikon Coolpix S6000 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-H55 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | Nikon | Sony |
Model | Nikon Coolpix S6000 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-H55 |
Class | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Compact |
Announced | 2010-02-03 | 2010-06-16 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Chip | Expeed C2 | Bionz |
Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor surface area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 14 megapixels | 14 megapixels |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Peak resolution | 4320 x 3240 | 4320 x 3240 |
Highest native ISO | 3200 | 3200 |
Lowest native ISO | 100 | 80 |
RAW format | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch to focus | ||
AF continuous | ||
AF single | ||
Tracking AF | ||
AF selectice | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
Multi area AF | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detect AF | ||
Contract detect AF | ||
Phase detect AF | ||
Number of focus points | - | 9 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 28-196mm (7.0x) | 25-250mm (10.0x) |
Max aperture | f/3.7-5.6 | f/3.5-5.5 |
Macro focus distance | 2cm | 5cm |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Range of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display diagonal | 2.7 inch | 3 inch |
Display resolution | 230 thousand dot | 230 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch functionality | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 8s | 30s |
Max shutter speed | 1/2000s | 1/1600s |
Continuous shutter speed | 3.0 frames per second | 10.0 frames per second |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual exposure | ||
Change WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash range | - | 3.80 m |
Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Fill-in, Slow Sync | Auto, On, Slow Syncro, Off |
External flash | ||
AE bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) |
Highest video resolution | 1280x720 | 1280x720 |
Video file format | H.264 | MPEG-4 |
Microphone jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environment seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 156 grams (0.34 lb) | 200 grams (0.44 lb) |
Physical dimensions | 97 x 55 x 25mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 1.0") | 103 x 58 x 29mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.1") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall 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 | NP-BG1 |
Self timer | Yes (3 sec or 10 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 sec, portrait1/ portrait2) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Storage media | SD/SDHC, Internal | Memory Stick Duo / Pro Duo/ PRO HG-Duo, SD/SDHC, Internal |
Storage slots | Single | Single |
Price at release | $300 | $235 |