Nikon S6100 vs Sony S950
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![Nikon Coolpix S6100 front Nikon Coolpix S6100 front](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/cameras/gallery/medium/Nikon-Coolpix-S6100/Nikon-S6100-front.jpg)
![Sony Cyber-shot DSC-S950 front Sony Cyber-shot DSC-S950 front](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/cameras/gallery/medium/Sony-Cyber-shot-DSC-S950/Sony-S950-front.jpg)
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Nikon S6100 vs Sony S950 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 28-196mm (F3.7-5.6) lens
- 175g - 98 x 58 x 27mm
- Released February 2011
(Full Review)
- 10MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 3200
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- No Video
- 33-132mm (F3.3-5.2) lens
- 167g - 93 x 56 x 24mm
- Introduced February 2009
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Nikon S6100 vs Sony S950 Overview
Its time to take a more detailed look at the Nikon S6100 versus Sony S950, both Small Sensor Compact cameras by competitors Nikon and Sony. There exists a significant gap among the image resolutions of the S6100 (16MP) and S950 (10MP) but they come with the exact same sensor sizing (1/2.3").
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The S6100 was revealed 2 years after the S950 which is a fairly sizable gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Each of the cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).
Before going in to a comprehensive comparison, below is a short view of how the S6100 matches up against the S950 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.
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Nikon S6100 vs Sony S950 Gallery
This is a sample of the gallery pics for Nikon Coolpix S6100 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-S950. The full galleries are viewable at Nikon S6100 Gallery and Sony S950 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Nikon S6100 over the Sony S950
S6100 | S950 | |||
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Introduced | February 2011 | ![]() | February 2009 | Newer by 25 months |
Display dimension | 3" | ![]() | 2.7" | Larger display (+0.3") |
Display resolution | 460k | ![]() | 230k | Clearer display (+230k dot) |
Touch display | ![]() | Easily navigate |
Reasons to pick Sony S950 over the Nikon S6100
S950 | S6100 |
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Common features in the Nikon S6100 and Sony S950
S6100 | S950 | |||
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Focus manually | ![]() | Very exact focus | ||
Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither comes with selfie screen |
Nikon S6100 vs Sony S950 Physical Comparison
In case you're going to travel with your camera regularly, you will need to factor in its weight and dimensions. The Nikon S6100 comes with external dimensions of 98mm x 58mm x 27mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 1.1") and a weight of 175 grams (0.39 lbs) whilst the Sony S950 has dimensions of 93mm x 56mm x 24mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.9") along with a weight of 167 grams (0.37 lbs).
Check out the Nikon S6100 versus Sony S950 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.![Camera Size Comparison with Lenses Camera Size Comparison with Lenses](https://pxlmag.com/db/assets/camera-size-comparison-animation.gif)
Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you have chosen during that time. Following is the front view dimension comparison of the S6100 vs the S950.
![Nikon S6100 vs Sony S950 size comparison Nikon S6100 vs Sony S950 size comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Nikon-Coolpix-S6100-vs-Sony-Cyber-shot-DSC-S950-size-comparison.jpg)
Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the S6100 and S950 is 93 and 94 respectively.
![Nikon S6100 vs Sony S950 top view buttons comparison Nikon S6100 vs Sony S950 top view buttons comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Nikon-Coolpix-S6100-vs-Sony-Cyber-shot-DSC-S950-top-view-buttons-comparison.jpg)
Nikon S6100 vs Sony S950 Sensor Comparison
More often than not, it is very difficult to envision the gap in sensor dimensions merely by seeing technical specs. The image here might give you a better sense of the sensor sizes in the S6100 and S950.
As you can tell, both of the cameras posses the exact same sensor measurements but not the same megapixels. You should expect to see the Nikon S6100 to provide extra detail because of its extra 6MP. Greater resolution can also make it easier to crop pics somewhat more aggressively. The more modern S6100 is going to have an edge when it comes to sensor innovation.
![Nikon S6100 vs Sony S950 sensor size comparison Nikon S6100 vs Sony S950 sensor size comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/sensor-compare/Nikon-Coolpix-S6100-vs-Sony-Cyber-shot-DSC-S950-sensor-size-comparison.png)
Nikon S6100 vs Sony S950 Screen and ViewFinder
![Nikon S6100 vs Sony S950 Screen and Viewfinder comparison Nikon S6100 vs Sony S950 Screen and Viewfinder comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Nikon-Coolpix-S6100-vs-Sony-Cyber-shot-DSC-S950-screen-back-comparison.jpg)
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Photography Type Scores
Portrait Comparison
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Street Comparison
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Sports Comparison
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Travel Comparison
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Landscape Comparison
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Vlogging Comparison
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Nikon S6100 vs Sony S950 Specifications
Nikon Coolpix S6100 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-S950 | |
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General Information | ||
Make | Nikon | Sony |
Model | Nikon Coolpix S6100 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-S950 |
Class | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Compact |
Released | 2011-02-09 | 2009-02-17 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor Chip | Expeed C2 | - |
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 area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16 megapixel | 10 megapixel |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Maximum resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 4000 x 3000 |
Maximum native ISO | 3200 | 3200 |
Min native ISO | 80 | 80 |
RAW format | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
AF touch | ||
AF continuous | ||
Single AF | ||
AF tracking | ||
Selective AF | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
Multi area AF | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detection AF | ||
Contract detection AF | ||
Phase detection AF | ||
Number of focus points | 9 | 9 |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 28-196mm (7.0x) | 33-132mm (4.0x) |
Max aperture | f/3.7-5.6 | f/3.3-5.2 |
Macro focus range | 3cm | 10cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen sizing | 3 inch | 2.7 inch |
Screen resolution | 460k dot | 230k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch screen | ||
Screen tech | TFT touchscreen LCD with Anti-reflection coating | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 4s | 2s |
Highest shutter speed | 1/2000s | 1/1600s |
Continuous shooting speed | 1.0fps | 1.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Set WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash range | 4.50 m | 3.50 m |
Flash options | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye reduction, Slow Sync |
External flash | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1280 x 720p (30fps), 640 x 480 (30fps) | - |
Maximum video resolution | 1280x720 | None |
Video file format | MPEG-4, Motion JPEG | Motion JPEG |
Microphone 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 | 175 gr (0.39 lbs) | 167 gr (0.37 lbs) |
Dimensions | 98 x 58 x 27mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 1.1") | 93 x 56 x 24mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.9") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around 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 | 210 photos | - |
Type of battery | Battery Pack | - |
Battery model | EN-EL12 | - |
Self timer | Yes | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC | Memory Stick Duo / Pro Duo, Internal |
Storage slots | 1 | 1 |
Launch pricing | $195 | $130 |