Nikon S6100 vs Olympus 9000

Lets look more closely at the Nikon S6100 vs Olympus 9000, both Small Sensor Compact digital cameras by rivals Nikon and Olympus. There is a sizeable difference between the resolutions of the S6100 (16MP) and 9000 (12MP) but both cameras posses the same sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The S6100 was brought out 22 months later than the 9000 making them a generation apart from each other. Each of the cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before getting right into a detailed comparison, here is a concise introduction of how the S6100 grades against the 9000 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Below is a sample of the gallery pictures for Nikon Coolpix S6100 and Olympus Stylus 9000. The entire galleries are available at Nikon S6100 Gallery and Olympus 9000 Gallery.

In case you're planning to lug around your camera regularly, you will have to think about its weight and size. The Nikon S6100 features outer measurements of 98mm x 58mm x 27mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 1.1") along with a weight of 175 grams (0.39 lbs) while the Olympus 9000 has specifications of 96mm x 60mm x 31mm (3.8" x 2.4" x 1.2") along with a weight of 225 grams (0.50 lbs).

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Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you choose at that time. Here is a front view sizing comparison of the S6100 vs the 9000.

Using size and weight, the portability grade of the S6100 and 9000 is 93 and 92 respectively.

Often, its tough to picture the difference between sensor measurements just by reviewing specifications. The graphic underneath will give you a stronger sense of the sensor measurements in the S6100 and 9000.

Plainly, the 2 cameras provide the same sensor dimensions but different MP. You should anticipate the Nikon S6100 to offer you extra detail having its extra 4MP. Greater resolution will also make it easier to crop photos more aggressively. The more recent S6100 should have an edge with regard to sensor technology.