Nikon S6100 vs Sony WX5

Below is a extensive comparison of the Nikon S6100 vs Sony WX5, both Small Sensor Compact cameras by brands Nikon and Sony. There is a significant difference among the image resolutions of the S6100 (16MP) and WX5 (12MP) but both cameras posses the identical sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The S6100 was launched 8 months later than the WX5 so they are both of a similar generation. Both cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before getting right into a in-depth comparison, here is a quick highlight of how the S6100 scores against the WX5 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

The following is a sample of the gallery pics for Nikon Coolpix S6100 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-WX5. The complete galleries are viewable at Nikon S6100 Gallery and Sony WX5 Gallery.

If you are intending to lug around your camera frequently, you will have to factor its weight and measurements. The Nikon S6100 has external 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) whilst the Sony WX5 has proportions of 92mm x 52mm x 22mm (3.6" x 2.0" x 0.9") having a weight of 146 grams (0.32 lbs).

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Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you select at that time. The following is a front view proportions comparison of the S6100 and the WX5.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability grade of the S6100 and WX5 is 93 and 95 respectively.

In many cases, its hard to picture the contrast in sensor measurements purely by viewing technical specs. The visual below might give you a better sense of the sensor sizing in the S6100 and WX5.

As you can tell, both the cameras feature the identical sensor size but different MP. You should expect to see the Nikon S6100 to render extra detail utilizing its extra 4MP. Greater resolution will also allow you to crop photos way more aggressively. The younger S6100 should have an advantage when it comes to sensor technology.