Nikon S620 vs Samsung ST6500

Following is a in depth assessment of the Nikon S620 versus Samsung ST6500, former is a Small Sensor Compact while the latter is a Ultracompact by companies Nikon and Samsung. There is a substantial difference between the sensor resolutions of the S620 (12MP) and ST6500 (16MP) but both cameras provide the same sensor size (1/2.3").

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The S620 was brought out 23 months prior to the ST6500 which makes them a generation away from each other. The two cameras have different body design with the Nikon S620 being a Compact camera and the Samsung ST6500 being a Ultracompact camera.

Before getting into a in-depth comparison, here is a quick introduction of how the S620 grades versus the ST6500 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

This is a preview of the gallery photos for Nikon Coolpix S620 & Samsung ST6500. The entire galleries are provided at Nikon S620 Gallery & Samsung ST6500 Gallery.

In case you're looking to carry around your camera regularly, you will have to factor in its weight and size. The Nikon S620 comes with outer measurements of 90mm x 53mm x 23mm (3.5" x 2.1" x 0.9") having a weight of 120 grams (0.26 lbs) while the Samsung ST6500 has specifications of 102mm x 57mm x 19mm (4.0" x 2.2" x 0.7") accompanied by a weight of n/a grams (0.00 lbs).

Contrast the Nikon S620 versus Samsung ST6500 in our completely new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember, the weight of an ILC will differ based on the lens you choose at that time. Here is a front view measurements comparison of the S620 and the ST6500.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability score of the S620 and ST6500 is 96 and 99 respectively.

Often, it can be tough to visualise the difference between sensor sizes purely by reviewing specs. The pic underneath may provide you a stronger sense of the sensor sizing in the S620 and ST6500.

All in all, both of the cameras provide the same sensor dimensions albeit not the same megapixels. You can count on the Samsung ST6500 to offer you extra detail having its extra 4 Megapixels. Higher resolution will allow you to crop pictures more aggressively. The more aged S620 is going to be behind with regard to sensor technology.