Nikon S6200 vs Sony W650
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Nikon S6200 vs Sony W650 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 25-250mm (F3.2-5.6) lens
- 160g - 93 x 58 x 26mm
- Revealed August 2011
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 25-125mm (F2.6-6.3) lens
- 124g - 94 x 56 x 19mm
- Launched January 2012

Nikon S6200 vs Sony W650 Overview
The following is a thorough analysis of the Nikon S6200 vs Sony W650, both Small Sensor Compact digital cameras by manufacturers Nikon and Sony. The sensor resolution of the S6200 (16MP) and the W650 (16MP) is fairly similar and both cameras boast the identical sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

The S6200 was launched 4 months prior to the W650 so they are of a similar age. Both of the cameras feature the same body design (Compact).
Before delving into a thorough comparison, here is a short overview of how the S6200 grades vs the W650 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Nikon S6200 vs Sony W650 Gallery
Here is a sample of the gallery pictures for Nikon Coolpix S6200 & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W650. The complete galleries are provided at Nikon S6200 Gallery & Sony W650 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Nikon S6200 over the Sony W650
S6200 | W650 | |||
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Focus manually | ![]() | Very precise focusing |
Reasons to pick Sony W650 over the Nikon S6200
W650 | S6200 | |||
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Display size | 3" | ![]() | 2.7" | Larger display (+0.3") |
Common features in the Nikon S6200 and Sony W650
S6200 | W650 | |||
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Launched | August 2011 | ![]() | January 2012 | Similar age |
Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Display resolution | 230k | ![]() | 230k | Equal display resolution |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Lacking selfie screen | ||
Touch friendly display | ![]() | Lacking Touch friendly display |
Nikon S6200 vs Sony W650 Physical Comparison
If you are looking to travel with your camera frequently, you will have to think about its weight and dimensions. The Nikon S6200 has got exterior measurements of 93mm x 58mm x 26mm (3.7" x 2.3" x 1.0") having a weight of 160 grams (0.35 lbs) while the Sony W650 has dimensions of 94mm x 56mm x 19mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.7") and a weight of 124 grams (0.27 lbs).
Check out the Nikon S6200 vs Sony W650 in our newest Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Remember that, the weight of an ILC will differ depending on the lens you select at that time. Here is a front view measurement comparison of the S6200 against the W650.

Considering size and weight, the portability grade of the S6200 and W650 is 94 and 96 respectively.

Nikon S6200 vs Sony W650 Sensor Comparison
Usually, its tough to visualise the contrast between sensor dimensions merely by reviewing specs. The picture underneath should offer you a better sense of the sensor measurements in the S6200 and W650.
As you can plainly see, each of these cameras come with the identical sensor size and the exact same megapixels so you can expect similar quality of photographs though you need to consider the age of the products into consideration.

Nikon S6200 vs Sony W650 Screen and ViewFinder


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Nikon S6200 vs Sony W650 Specifications
Nikon Coolpix S6200 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W650 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | Nikon | Sony |
Model type | Nikon Coolpix S6200 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W650 |
Category | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Compact |
Revealed | 2011-08-24 | 2012-01-10 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor Chip | Expeed C2 | BIONZ |
Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor surface area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16 megapixel | 16 megapixel |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Maximum resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 4608 x 3456 |
Maximum native ISO | 3200 | 3200 |
Min native ISO | 80 | 80 |
RAW photos | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detect focus | ||
Contract detect focus | ||
Phase detect focus | ||
Cross type focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 25-250mm (10.0x) | 25-125mm (5.0x) |
Maximal aperture | f/3.2-5.6 | f/2.6-6.3 |
Macro focusing distance | 10cm | 5cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display sizing | 2.7 inches | 3 inches |
Resolution of display | 230k dot | 230k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch capability | ||
Display tech | TFT LCD with Anti-reflection coating | Clear Photo TFT LCD |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 4 seconds | 2 seconds |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/2000 seconds | 1/1600 seconds |
Continuous shooting speed | 1.0 frames/s | 1.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Set white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash distance | - | 3.70 m |
Flash options | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye | Auto, On, Off, Slow Sync |
Hot shoe | ||
AE bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1280 x 720p (30fps), 640 x 480 (30fps) | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) |
Maximum video resolution | 1280x720 | 1280x720 |
Video file format | MPEG-4, Motion JPEG | MPEG-4, H.264 |
Microphone jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | Eye-Fi Connected |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental seal | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 160 gr (0.35 pounds) | 124 gr (0.27 pounds) |
Physical dimensions | 93 x 58 x 26mm (3.7" x 2.3" x 1.0") | 94 x 56 x 19mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.7") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light rating | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 250 images | 220 images |
Type of battery | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | EN-EL12 | NP-BN |
Self timer | Yes | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Portrait 1/2) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/SDHC/SDXC, microSD/micro SDHC, Memory Stick Duo/Memory Stick Pro Duo, Memory Stick Pro-HG Duo |
Storage slots | One | One |
Price at launch | $229 | $140 |