Nikon S6200 vs Nikon W300

Below is a comprehensive overview of the Nikon S6200 vs Nikon W300, one being a Small Sensor Compact and the other is a Waterproof and they are both produced by Nikon. The sensor resolution of the S6200 (16MP) and the W300 (16MP) is very close and both cameras have the same sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The S6200 was introduced 6 years prior to the W300 and that is a fairly significant gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Each of these cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before we go right into a complete comparison, here is a simple summary of how the S6200 matches up versus the W300 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

This is a sample of the gallery pics for Nikon Coolpix S6200 and Nikon Coolpix W300. The whole galleries are available at Nikon S6200 Gallery and Nikon W300 Gallery.

When you are going to lug around your camera regularly, you will need to consider its weight and proportions. The Nikon S6200 offers outer dimensions of 93mm x 58mm x 26mm (3.7" x 2.3" x 1.0") along with a weight of 160 grams (0.35 lbs) whilst the Nikon W300 has measurements of 112mm x 66mm x 29mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 1.1") along with a weight of 231 grams (0.51 lbs).

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Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you have during that time. Underneath is a front view measurement comparison of the S6200 versus the W300.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability score of the S6200 and W300 is 94 and 91 respectively.

Oftentimes, it is very difficult to picture the difference in sensor measurements purely by looking through technical specs. The photograph below might provide you a better sense of the sensor dimensions in the S6200 and W300.

As you can tell, each of the cameras provide the same sensor dimensions and the same exact resolution and you should expect comparable quality of photographs but you have to factor the release date of the cameras into account. The older S6200 will be behind with regard to sensor tech.