Nikon S6000 vs Sony W690
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Nikon S6000 vs Sony W690 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)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 25-250mm (F3.3-5.9) lens
- 142g - 94 x 56 x 22mm
- Announced February 2012
Nikon S6000 vs Sony W690 Overview
Here, we will be reviewing the Nikon S6000 and Sony W690, both Small Sensor Compact cameras by manufacturers Nikon and Sony. The resolution of the S6000 (14MP) and the W690 (16MP) is relatively close and both cameras boast the identical sensor dimensions (1/2.3").
Ulanzi's Tripod Ensures Ultra Smooth FilmingThe S6000 was launched 3 years before the W690 and that is a fairly sizable gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Both of these cameras feature the same body design (Compact).
Before delving right into a detailed comparison, here is a brief view of how the S6000 matches up vs the W690 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.
Nikon S6000 vs Sony W690 Gallery
Following is a preview of the gallery photos for Nikon Coolpix S6000 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W690. The complete galleries are provided at Nikon S6000 Gallery and Sony W690 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Nikon S6000 over the Sony W690
S6000 | W690 |
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Reasons to pick Sony W690 over the Nikon S6000
W690 | S6000 | |||
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Announced | February 2012 | February 2010 | More recent by 25 months | |
Screen size | 3" | 2.7" | Bigger screen (+0.3") |
Common features in the Nikon S6000 and Sony W690
S6000 | W690 | |||
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Focus manually | No manual focusing | |||
Screen type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed screen | |
Screen resolution | 230k | 230k | The same screen resolution | |
Selfie screen | Neither provides selfie screen | |||
Touch friendly screen | Neither provides Touch friendly screen |
Nikon S6000 vs Sony W690 Physical Comparison
In case you're looking to lug around your camera often, you should consider its weight and proportions. The Nikon S6000 provides exterior measurements of 97mm x 55mm x 25mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 1.0") having a weight of 156 grams (0.34 lbs) and the Sony W690 has measurements of 94mm x 56mm x 22mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.9") and a weight of 142 grams (0.31 lbs).
Examine the Nikon S6000 and Sony W690 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you select at that time. Underneath is a front view measurement comparison of the S6000 vs the W690.
Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the S6000 and W690 is 94 and 95 respectively.
Nikon S6000 vs Sony W690 Sensor Comparison
Sometimes, its hard to visualise the contrast in sensor measurements purely by researching specs. The visual here may provide you a greater sense of the sensor measurements in the S6000 and W690.
All in all, both of the cameras feature the identical sensor size albeit not the same MP. You should count on the Sony W690 to result in extra detail utilizing its extra 2MP. Higher resolution will help you crop pictures way more aggressively. The older S6000 will be disadvantaged in sensor tech.
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Nikon S6000 vs Sony W690 Specifications
Nikon Coolpix S6000 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W690 | |
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General Information | ||
Company | Nikon | Sony |
Model | Nikon Coolpix S6000 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W690 |
Class | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Compact |
Announced | 2010-02-03 | 2012-02-28 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor Chip | Expeed C2 | BIONZ |
Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor surface area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 14 megapixels | 16 megapixels |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Max resolution | 4320 x 3240 | 4608 x 3456 |
Max native ISO | 3200 | 3200 |
Lowest native ISO | 100 | 80 |
RAW support | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch to focus | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detect focus | ||
Contract detect focus | ||
Phase detect focus | ||
Cross focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 28-196mm (7.0x) | 25-250mm (10.0x) |
Maximum aperture | f/3.7-5.6 | f/3.3-5.9 |
Macro focus range | 2cm | 5cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display sizing | 2.7 inch | 3 inch |
Display resolution | 230k dot | 230k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch function | ||
Display technology | - | ClearPhoto TFT LCD display |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 8 seconds | 30 seconds |
Max shutter speed | 1/2000 seconds | 1/1600 seconds |
Continuous shutter speed | 3.0 frames/s | 1.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Set white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash range | - | 3.30 m |
Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Fill-in, Slow Sync | Auto, On, Off, Slow Sync |
External flash | ||
AE bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
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) |
Max video resolution | 1280x720 | 1280x720 |
Video format | H.264 | MPEG-4 |
Mic input | ||
Headphone input | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 156g (0.34 lbs) | 142g (0.31 lbs) |
Physical dimensions | 97 x 55 x 25mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 1.0") | 94 x 56 x 22mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.9") |
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 life | - | 220 images |
Style of battery | - | Battery Pack |
Battery model | EN-EL12 | NP-BN |
Self timer | Yes (3 sec or 10 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Portrait 1/2) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Storage media | SD/SDHC, Internal | SD/SDHC/SDXC/Memory Stick Duo/Memory Stick Pro Duo, Memory Stick Pro-HG Duo |
Storage slots | One | One |
Retail cost | $300 | $297 |