Nikon S6100 vs Sony WX50

Let's examine more in depth at the Nikon S6100 and Sony WX50, both Small Sensor Compact cameras by manufacturers Nikon and Sony. The image resolution of the S6100 (16MP) and the WX50 (16MP) is very comparable and they come with the exact same sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The S6100 was unveiled 11 months before the WX50 and they are both of a similar generation. Both the cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).

Before we go through a full comparison, below is a simple summation of how the S6100 grades against the WX50 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Following is a sample of the gallery pics for Nikon Coolpix S6100 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-WX50. The full galleries are provided at Nikon S6100 Gallery and Sony WX50 Gallery.

If you're going to lug around your camera often, you are going to need to take into account its weight and volume. The Nikon S6100 features outer measurements of 98mm x 58mm x 27mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 1.1") with a weight of 175 grams (0.39 lbs) and the Sony WX50 has sizing of 92mm x 52mm x 19mm (3.6" x 2.0" x 0.7") accompanied by a weight of 117 grams (0.26 lbs).

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Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you choose at that moment. Here is the front view proportions comparison of the S6100 versus the WX50.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability score of the S6100 and WX50 is 93 and 96 respectively.

Sometimes, it is very hard to see the difference in sensor measurements simply by checking out specifications. The graphic below should provide you a much better sense of the sensor sizing in the S6100 and WX50.

To sum up, both the cameras posses the exact same sensor measurements and the identical MP and you should expect comparable quality of images although you should always take the production date of the cameras into account. The older S6100 will be disadvantaged in sensor innovation.