Nikon S6300 vs Nikon S6500
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![Nikon Coolpix S6300 front Nikon Coolpix S6300 front](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/cameras/gallery/medium/Nikon-Coolpix-S6300/Nikon-S6300-front.jpg)
![Nikon Coolpix S6500 front Nikon Coolpix S6500 front](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/cameras/gallery/medium/Nikon-Coolpix-S6500/Nikon-S6500-front.jpg)
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Nikon S6300 vs Nikon S6500 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 125 - 3200
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 1/8000s Maximum Shutter
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 25-250mm (F3.2-5.8) lens
- 160g - 94 x 58 x 26mm
- Released February 2012
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 25-300mm (F2.8-5.9) lens
- 250g - 95 x 58 x 26mm
- Introduced January 2013
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Nikon S6300 vs Nikon S6500 Overview
Below, we will be reviewing the Nikon S6300 versus Nikon S6500, former being a Small Sensor Compact while the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom and they are both offered by Nikon. The resolution of the S6300 (16MP) and the S6500 (16MP) is pretty comparable and they use the exact same sensor dimensions (1/2.3").
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The S6300 was introduced 11 months prior to the S6500 which means that they are both of a similar age. Both cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).
Before diving in to a complete comparison, below is a short overview of how the S6300 matches up versus the S6500 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.
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Nikon S6300 vs Nikon S6500 Gallery
Here is a preview of the gallery images for Nikon Coolpix S6300 & Nikon Coolpix S6500. The whole galleries are provided at Nikon S6300 Gallery & Nikon S6500 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Nikon S6300 over the Nikon S6500
S6300 | S6500 |
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Reasons to pick Nikon S6500 over the Nikon S6300
S6500 | S6300 | |||
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Introduced | January 2013 | ![]() | February 2012 | Fresher by 11 months |
Manually focus | ![]() | Very accurate focus | ||
Screen dimension | 3" | ![]() | 2.7" | Bigger screen (+0.3") |
Screen resolution | 460k | ![]() | 230k | Clearer screen (+230k dot) |
Common features in the Nikon S6300 and Nikon S6500
S6300 | S6500 | |||
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Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Selfie screen | ![]() | No selfie screen | ||
Touch friendly screen | ![]() | No Touch friendly screen |
Nikon S6300 vs Nikon S6500 Physical Comparison
For those who are looking to carry your camera often, you will have to take into account its weight and proportions. The Nikon S6300 provides physical dimensions of 94mm x 58mm x 26mm (3.7" x 2.3" x 1.0") along with a weight of 160 grams (0.35 lbs) and the Nikon S6500 has measurements of 95mm x 58mm x 26mm (3.7" x 2.3" x 1.0") having a weight of 250 grams (0.55 lbs).
Look at the Nikon S6300 versus Nikon S6500 in our completely new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.![Camera Size Comparison with Lenses Camera Size Comparison with Lenses](https://pxlmag.com/db/assets/camera-size-comparison-animation.gif)
Remember that, the weight of an ILC will change depending on the lens you are working with during that time. The following is the front view measurements comparison of the S6300 compared to the S6500.
![Nikon S6300 vs Nikon S6500 size comparison Nikon S6300 vs Nikon S6500 size comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Nikon-Coolpix-S6300-vs-Nikon-Coolpix-S6500-size-comparison.jpg)
Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the S6300 and S6500 is 94 and 92 respectively.
![Nikon S6300 vs Nikon S6500 top view buttons comparison Nikon S6300 vs Nikon S6500 top view buttons comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Nikon-Coolpix-S6300-vs-Nikon-Coolpix-S6500-top-view-buttons-comparison.jpg)
Nikon S6300 vs Nikon S6500 Sensor Comparison
Quite often, its difficult to imagine the contrast in sensor sizing simply by seeing specs. The photograph here might give you a greater sense of the sensor dimensions in the S6300 and S6500.
As you can plainly see, both cameras posses the exact same sensor measurements and the same resolution therefore you can expect comparable quality of photos but you will need to consider the launch date of the cameras into account. The older S6300 will be behind when it comes to sensor tech.
![Nikon S6300 vs Nikon S6500 sensor size comparison Nikon S6300 vs Nikon S6500 sensor size comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/sensor-compare/Nikon-Coolpix-S6300-vs-Nikon-Coolpix-S6500-sensor-size-comparison.png)
Nikon S6300 vs Nikon S6500 Screen and ViewFinder
![Nikon S6300 vs Nikon S6500 Screen and Viewfinder comparison Nikon S6300 vs Nikon S6500 Screen and Viewfinder comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Nikon-Coolpix-S6300-vs-Nikon-Coolpix-S6500-screen-back-comparison.jpg)
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Nikon S6300 vs Nikon S6500 Specifications
Nikon Coolpix S6300 | Nikon Coolpix S6500 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | Nikon | Nikon |
Model type | Nikon Coolpix S6300 | Nikon Coolpix S6500 |
Type | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Released | 2012-02-01 | 2013-01-08 |
Physical type | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | BSI-CMOS | BSI-CMOS |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16MP | 16MP |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Maximum resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 4608 x 3456 |
Maximum native ISO | 3200 | 3200 |
Minimum native ISO | 125 | 100 |
RAW format | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detection autofocus | ||
Contract detection autofocus | ||
Phase detection autofocus | ||
Cross type focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens support | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 25-250mm (10.0x) | 25-300mm (12.0x) |
Highest aperture | f/3.2-5.8 | f/2.8-5.9 |
Macro focusing range | 10cm | 5cm |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Type of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen diagonal | 2.7 inch | 3 inch |
Resolution of screen | 230 thousand dots | 460 thousand dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch friendly | ||
Screen tech | TFT-LCD with Anti-reflection coating | AMOLED display |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 30 seconds | 8 seconds |
Highest shutter speed | 1/8000 seconds | 1/2000 seconds |
Continuous shooting rate | 6.0 frames per second | 10.0 frames per second |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | - | Yes |
Change white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash distance | - | 3.50 m |
Flash settings | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow-sync | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Fill-in, Slow Sync |
Hot shoe | ||
AEB | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (30fps), 1280 x 720p (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30fps) | 1920 x 1080 (30fps), 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 480fps (176 x 128), 240fps (384 x 288) |
Maximum video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1920x1080 |
Video data format | MPEG-4, H.264 | MPEG-4, H.264 |
Microphone port | ||
Headphone port | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | Built-In |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | BuiltIn |
Physical | ||
Environment sealing | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 160 gr (0.35 pounds) | 250 gr (0.55 pounds) |
Dimensions | 94 x 58 x 26mm (3.7" x 2.3" x 1.0") | 95 x 58 x 26mm (3.7" x 2.3" x 1.0") |
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 | 230 shots | - |
Form of battery | Battery Pack | - |
Battery ID | EN-EL12 | SLB-10A |
Self timer | Yes | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Double) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Storage type | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/SDHC/SDXC |
Card slots | 1 | 1 |
Cost at launch | $200 | $170 |