Nikon S6300 vs Sony H55
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Nikon S6300 vs Sony H55 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
- Launched February 2012
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 25-250mm (F3.5-5.5) lens
- 200g - 103 x 58 x 29mm
- Announced June 2010

Nikon S6300 vs Sony H55 Overview
In this article, we will be contrasting the Nikon S6300 versus Sony H55, both Small Sensor Compact cameras by brands Nikon and Sony. The image resolution of the S6300 (16MP) and the H55 (14MP) is relatively close and they enjoy the same exact sensor size (1/2.3").

The S6300 was announced 20 months later than the H55 which makes the cameras a generation apart from one another. Each of the cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).
Before going in to a complete comparison, below is a short overview of how the S6300 matches up against the H55 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Nikon S6300 vs Sony H55 Gallery
The following is a preview of the gallery photos for Nikon Coolpix S6300 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-H55. The whole galleries are available at Nikon S6300 Gallery and Sony H55 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Nikon S6300 over the Sony H55
S6300 | H55 | |||
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Announced | February 2012 | ![]() | June 2010 | More recent by 20 months |
Reasons to pick Sony H55 over the Nikon S6300
H55 | S6300 | |||
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Screen sizing | 3" | ![]() | 2.7" | Bigger screen (+0.3") |
Common features in the Nikon S6300 and Sony H55
S6300 | H55 | |||
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Manual focus | ![]() | No manual focusing | ||
Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Screen resolution | 230k | ![]() | 230k | Identical screen resolution |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither contains selfie screen | ||
Touch screen | ![]() | Absent Touch screen |
Nikon S6300 vs Sony H55 Physical Comparison
For anyone who is going to lug around your camera regularly, you will have to think about its weight and measurements. The Nikon S6300 has got external measurements of 94mm x 58mm x 26mm (3.7" x 2.3" x 1.0") with a weight of 160 grams (0.35 lbs) and the Sony H55 has proportions of 103mm x 58mm x 29mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.1") accompanied by a weight of 200 grams (0.44 lbs).
Compare the Nikon S6300 versus Sony H55 in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you are utilizing at that moment. Here is the front view sizing comparison of the S6300 and the H55.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the S6300 and H55 is 94 and 92 respectively.

Nikon S6300 vs Sony H55 Sensor Comparison
Sometimes, it is tough to see the gap in sensor measurements purely by viewing specifications. The graphic below should give you a much better sense of the sensor sizing in the S6300 and H55.
Plainly, both of the cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing albeit not the same MP. You should count on the Nikon S6300 to render greater detail with its extra 2MP. Higher resolution will help you crop photographs far more aggressively. The fresher S6300 is going to have an advantage in sensor innovation.

Nikon S6300 vs Sony H55 Screen and ViewFinder


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Nikon S6300 vs Sony H55 Specifications
Nikon Coolpix S6300 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-H55 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | Nikon | Sony |
Model type | Nikon Coolpix S6300 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-H55 |
Type | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Compact |
Launched | 2012-02-01 | 2010-06-16 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor | - | Bionz |
Sensor type | BSI-CMOS | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor surface area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16 megapixels | 14 megapixels |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Highest Possible resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 4320 x 3240 |
Maximum native ISO | 3200 | 3200 |
Lowest native ISO | 125 | 80 |
RAW data | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch to focus | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detection focus | ||
Contract detection focus | ||
Phase detection focus | ||
Total focus points | - | 9 |
Cross type focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens support | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 25-250mm (10.0x) | 25-250mm (10.0x) |
Largest aperture | f/3.2-5.8 | f/3.5-5.5 |
Macro focusing range | 10cm | 5cm |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen sizing | 2.7 inch | 3 inch |
Screen resolution | 230k dot | 230k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch function | ||
Screen technology | TFT-LCD with Anti-reflection coating | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 30 seconds | 30 seconds |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/8000 seconds | 1/1600 seconds |
Continuous shutter speed | 6.0 frames per second | 10.0 frames per second |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Change white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash distance | - | 3.80 m |
Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow-sync | Auto, On, Slow Syncro, Off |
External flash | ||
AEB | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (30fps), 1280 x 720p (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30fps) | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) |
Maximum video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1280x720 |
Video file format | MPEG-4, H.264 | MPEG-4 |
Mic input | ||
Headphone input | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environment seal | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 160 grams (0.35 lb) | 200 grams (0.44 lb) |
Dimensions | 94 x 58 x 26mm (3.7" x 2.3" x 1.0") | 103 x 58 x 29mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.1") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall 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 photographs | - |
Style of battery | Battery Pack | - |
Battery ID | EN-EL12 | NP-BG1 |
Self timer | Yes | Yes (2 or 10 sec, portrait1/ portrait2) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC | Memory Stick Duo / Pro Duo/ PRO HG-Duo, SD/SDHC, Internal |
Storage slots | 1 | 1 |
Pricing at release | $200 | $235 |