Nikon S6100 vs Sony W650
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Nikon S6100 vs Sony W650 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- 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)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 25-125mm (F2.6-6.3) lens
- 124g - 94 x 56 x 19mm
- Launched January 2012
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Let's take a closer look at the Nikon S6100 vs Sony W650, both Small Sensor Compact digital cameras by competitors Nikon and Sony. The image resolution of the S6100 (16MP) and the W650 (16MP) is relatively similar and both cameras boast the identical sensor size (1/2.3").
President Biden pushes bill mandating TikTok sale or banThe S6100 was revealed 11 months before the W650 so they are both of a similar generation. Each of the cameras feature the same body design (Compact).
Before delving into a step-by-step comparison, here is a simple synopsis of how the S6100 matches up against the W650 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.
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Here is a preview of the gallery photos for Nikon Coolpix S6100 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W650. The full galleries are provided at Nikon S6100 Gallery and Sony W650 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Nikon S6100 over the Sony W650
| S6100 | W650 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Focus manually | Very precise focus | |||
| Screen resolution | 460k | 230k | Sharper screen (+230k dot) | |
| Touch screen | Quickly navigate |
Reasons to pick Sony W650 over the Nikon S6100
| W650 | S6100 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Launched | January 2012 | February 2011 | More recent by 11 months |
Common features in the Nikon S6100 and Sony W650
| S6100 | W650 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Screen type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed screen | |
| Screen size | 3" | 3" | Same screen size | |
| Selfie screen | Missing selfie screen |
Nikon S6100 vs Sony W650 Physical Comparison
In case you're going to lug around your camera often, you have to factor in its weight and volume. The Nikon S6100 comes with external dimensions of 98mm x 58mm x 27mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 1.1") with a weight of 175 grams (0.39 lbs) whilst the Sony W650 has sizing of 94mm x 56mm x 19mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.7") having a weight of 124 grams (0.27 lbs).
Examine the Nikon S6100 vs Sony W650 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you use during that time. The following is a front view dimensions comparison of the S6100 vs the W650.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability rating of the S6100 and W650 is 93 and 96 respectively.
Nikon S6100 vs Sony W650 Sensor Comparison
Often, it's hard to visualize the difference between sensor measurements purely by going over specifications. The visual here might provide you a clearer sense of the sensor dimensions in the S6100 and W650.
To sum up, the two cameras feature the identical sensor size and the exact same resolution so you should expect similar quality of images although you have to consider the release date of the products into consideration. The older S6100 is going to be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor innovation.
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Nikon S6100 vs Sony W650 Specifications
| Nikon Coolpix S6100 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W650 | |
|---|---|---|
| General Information | ||
| Company | Nikon | Sony |
| Model | Nikon Coolpix S6100 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W650 |
| Type | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Compact |
| Released | 2011-02-09 | 2012-01-10 |
| Physical type | Compact | Compact |
| Sensor Information | ||
| Chip | Expeed C2 | BIONZ |
| 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 surface area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
| Sensor resolution | 16MP | 16MP |
| Anti aliasing filter | ||
| Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
| Max resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 4608 x 3456 |
| Max native ISO | 3200 | 3200 |
| Lowest native ISO | 80 | 80 |
| RAW format | ||
| Autofocusing | ||
| Focus manually | ||
| Touch to focus | ||
| Autofocus continuous | ||
| Autofocus single | ||
| Tracking autofocus | ||
| Autofocus selectice | ||
| Autofocus center weighted | ||
| Multi area autofocus | ||
| Live view autofocus | ||
| Face detect focus | ||
| Contract detect focus | ||
| Phase detect focus | ||
| Number of focus points | 9 | - |
| Cross focus points | - | - |
| Lens | ||
| Lens mount | fixed lens | fixed lens |
| Lens focal range | 28-196mm (7.0x) | 25-125mm (5.0x) |
| Largest aperture | f/3.7-5.6 | f/2.6-6.3 |
| Macro focus range | 3cm | 5cm |
| Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.8 |
| Screen | ||
| Type of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
| Display size | 3 inches | 3 inches |
| Display resolution | 460 thousand dots | 230 thousand dots |
| Selfie friendly | ||
| Liveview | ||
| Touch functionality | ||
| Display tech | TFT touchscreen LCD with Anti-reflection coating | Clear Photo TFT LCD |
| Viewfinder Information | ||
| Viewfinder type | None | None |
| Features | ||
| Min shutter speed | 4 seconds | 2 seconds |
| Max shutter speed | 1/2000 seconds | 1/1600 seconds |
| Continuous shutter rate | 1.0 frames/s | 1.0 frames/s |
| Shutter priority | ||
| Aperture priority | ||
| Manually set exposure | ||
| Set white balance | ||
| Image stabilization | ||
| Built-in flash | ||
| Flash range | 4.50 m | 3.70 m |
| Flash options | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye | Auto, On, Off, Slow Sync |
| External flash | ||
| AEB | ||
| White balance bracketing | ||
| Exposure | ||
| Multisegment | ||
| Average | ||
| Spot | ||
| Partial | ||
| AF area | ||
| Center weighted | ||
| Video features | ||
| Supported video resolutions | 1280 x 720p (30fps), 640 x 480 (30fps) | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) |
| Max video resolution | 1280x720 | 1280x720 |
| Video data format | MPEG-4, Motion JPEG | MPEG-4, H.264 |
| Microphone support | ||
| Headphone support | ||
| Connectivity | ||
| Wireless | None | Eye-Fi Connected |
| Bluetooth | ||
| NFC | ||
| HDMI | ||
| USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
| GPS | None | None |
| Physical | ||
| Environmental sealing | ||
| Water proof | ||
| Dust proof | ||
| Shock proof | ||
| Crush proof | ||
| Freeze proof | ||
| Weight | 175 grams (0.39 lbs) | 124 grams (0.27 lbs) |
| Physical dimensions | 98 x 58 x 27mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 1.1") | 94 x 56 x 19mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.7") |
| 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 | 210 pictures | 220 pictures |
| Form of battery | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
| Battery model | EN-EL12 | NP-BN |
| Self timer | Yes | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Portrait 1/2) |
| Time lapse shooting | ||
| Storage type | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/SDHC/SDXC, microSD/micro SDHC, Memory Stick Duo/Memory Stick Pro Duo, Memory Stick Pro-HG Duo |
| Card slots | One | One |
| Retail pricing | $195 | $140 |