Nikon S6200 vs Panasonic XS1

Below, we will be looking at the Nikon S6200 vs Panasonic XS1, both Small Sensor Compact cameras by rivals Nikon and Panasonic. The sensor resolution of the S6200 (16MP) and the XS1 (16MP) is relatively comparable and they enjoy the exact same sensor size (1/2.3").

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The S6200 was announced 16 months earlier than the XS1 which makes the cameras a generation apart from one another. Both of the cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).

Before getting straight into a full comparison, below is a short highlight of how the S6200 scores against the XS1 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Following is a preview of the gallery photos for Nikon Coolpix S6200 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-XS1. The whole galleries are provided at Nikon S6200 Gallery and Panasonic XS1 Gallery.

In case you're aiming to lug around your camera frequently, you have to factor its weight and measurements. The Nikon S6200 has got 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) while the Panasonic XS1 has proportions of 94mm x 54mm x 14mm (3.7" x 2.1" x 0.6") with a weight of 103 grams (0.23 lbs).

Analyze the Nikon S6200 vs Panasonic XS1 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you are employing at that moment. Below is the front view dimensions comparison of the S6200 versus the XS1.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the S6200 and XS1 is 94 and 97 respectively.

Sometimes, its hard to picture the gap in sensor measurements merely by checking out technical specs. The visual here might offer you a much better sense of the sensor sizes in the S6200 and XS1.

As you have seen, both the cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements and the same MP therefore you should expect comparable quality of images but you have to consider the production date of the cameras into account. The older S6200 will be behind with regard to sensor tech.