Nikon S6200 vs Nikon S6500

Following is a comprehensive comparison of the Nikon S6200 vs Nikon S6500, one is a Small Sensor Compact and the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom and both are created by Nikon. The image resolution of the S6200 (16MP) and the S6500 (16MP) is relatively comparable and both cameras boast the same sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The S6200 was released 16 months earlier than the S6500 which makes them a generation away from each other. Both of these cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before we go into a full comparison, here is a concise introduction of how the S6200 grades against the S6500 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

This is a preview of the gallery photos for Nikon Coolpix S6200 and Nikon Coolpix S6500. The complete galleries are available at Nikon S6200 Gallery and Nikon S6500 Gallery.

For anybody who is planning to carry around your camera often, you have to take into account its weight and measurements. The Nikon S6200 has external measurements of 93mm x 58mm x 26mm (3.7" x 2.3" x 1.0") and a weight of 160 grams (0.35 lbs) and the Nikon S6500 has proportions of 95mm x 58mm x 26mm (3.7" x 2.3" x 1.0") and a weight of 250 grams (0.55 lbs).

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Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you are utilising at that moment. Below is a front view scale comparison of the S6200 against the S6500.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability rating of the S6200 and S6500 is 94 and 92 respectively.

Usually, it is difficult to visualize the gap in sensor sizes simply by going through specs. The picture underneath might provide you a greater sense of the sensor measurements in the S6200 and S6500.

As you can plainly see, each of the cameras provide the same sensor dimensions and the exact same resolution and you should expect comparable quality of photographs though you might want to factor the release date of the cameras into account. The more aged S6200 will be disadvantaged with regard to sensor technology.