Nikon S6300 vs Nikon S6500

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.

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.

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).

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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.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the S6300 and S6500 is 94 and 92 respectively.

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.