Nikon S6100 vs Sony H70

In this article, we are matching up the Nikon S6100 and Sony H70, both Small Sensor Compact cameras by competitors Nikon and Sony. The resolution of the S6100 (16MP) and the H70 (16MP) is fairly close and they come with the same exact sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The S6100 was launched 2 months after the H70 and they are of a similar age. The two cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before going in to a thorough comparison, below is a short summation of how the S6100 scores against the H70 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Below is a sample of the gallery pictures for Nikon Coolpix S6100 & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-H70. The complete galleries are available at Nikon S6100 Gallery & Sony H70 Gallery.

For those who are going to travel with your camera frequently, you have to think about its weight and volume. The Nikon S6100 offers physical measurements of 98mm x 58mm x 27mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 1.1") accompanied by a weight of 175 grams (0.39 lbs) and the Sony H70 has sizing of 102mm x 58mm x 29mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.1") having a weight of 194 grams (0.43 lbs).

Look at the Nikon S6100 and Sony H70 in our brand new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Don't forget, the weight of an ILC will vary based on the lens you have attached at that time. The following is the front view scale comparison of the S6100 against the H70.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the S6100 and H70 is 93 and 93 respectively.

Quite often, it can be tough to visualise the difference in sensor dimensions purely by researching a spec sheet. The image below should offer you a stronger sense of the sensor measurements in the S6100 and H70.

Clearly, both of the cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing and the identical resolution and you can expect comparable quality of pictures though you need to take the launch date of the cameras into account.