Nikon S6000 vs Sony HX300

Let's look more closely at the Nikon S6000 and Sony HX300, one is a Small Sensor Compact and the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom by companies Nikon and Sony. There is a big difference between the image resolutions of the S6000 (14MP) and HX300 (20MP) but both cameras have the same sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The S6000 was announced 4 years earlier than the HX300 which is quite a big gap as far as tech is concerned. Both of the cameras have different body design with the Nikon S6000 being a Compact camera and the Sony HX300 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera.

Before we go right into a detailed comparison, here is a brief summary of how the S6000 matches up versus the HX300 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Below is a preview of the gallery photos for Nikon Coolpix S6000 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX300. The whole galleries are provided at Nikon S6000 Gallery and Sony HX300 Gallery.

When you are planning to travel with your camera frequently, you need to factor its weight and measurements. The Nikon S6000 comes with exterior dimensions of 97mm x 55mm x 25mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 1.0") with a weight of 156 grams (0.34 lbs) while the Sony HX300 has proportions of 130mm x 103mm x 93mm (5.1" x 4.1" x 3.7") accompanied by a weight of 623 grams (1.37 lbs).

Take a look at the Nikon S6000 and Sony HX300 in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you have chosen during that time. The following is a front view over all size comparison of the S6000 versus the HX300.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability score of the S6000 and HX300 is 94 and 63 respectively.

Generally, it is very tough to envision the difference between sensor dimensions purely by reviewing specs. The image here might offer you a far better sense of the sensor dimensions in the S6000 and HX300.

All in all, the 2 cameras provide the same sensor dimensions albeit not the same MP. You should count on the Sony HX300 to offer more detail with its extra 6MP. Higher resolution can also help you crop shots more aggressively. The more aged S6000 is going to be disadvantaged in sensor tech.