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Nikon S6400 vs Samsung ST6500

Portability
94
Imaging
40
Features
37
Overall
38
Nikon Coolpix S6400 front
 
Samsung ST6500 front
Portability
99
Imaging
39
Features
29
Overall
35

Nikon S6400 vs Samsung ST6500 Key Specs

Nikon S6400
(Full Review)
  • 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 3" Fixed Display
  • ISO 125 - 3200
  • Optical Image Stabilization
  • 1920 x 1080 video
  • 25-300mm (F3.1-6.5) lens
  • 150g - 95 x 58 x 27mm
  • Launched August 2012
Samsung ST6500
(Full Review)
  • 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 3" Fixed Screen
  • ISO 80 - 3200
  • 1280 x 720 video
  • 26-130mm (F) lens
  • n/ag - 102 x 57 x 19mm
  • Released January 2011
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Nikon S6400 vs Samsung ST6500 Overview

On this page, we will be comparing the Nikon S6400 versus Samsung ST6500, both Ultracompact cameras by competitors Nikon and Samsung. The image resolution of the S6400 (16MP) and the ST6500 (16MP) is relatively comparable and both cameras have the same sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The S6400 was launched 20 months later than the ST6500 which makes them a generation apart from one another. The two cameras have the same body design (Ultracompact).

Before getting into a thorough comparison, here is a concise overview of how the S6400 grades against the ST6500 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

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Reasons to pick Nikon S6400 over the Samsung ST6500

 S6400 ST6500 
ReleasedAugust 2012January 2011Fresher by 20 months

Reasons to pick Samsung ST6500 over the Nikon S6400

 ST6500 S6400 

Common features in the Nikon S6400 and Samsung ST6500

 S6400 ST6500 
Focus manually No manual focusing
Screen typeFixed Fixed Fixed screen
Screen dimensions3"3"Equal screen dimensions
Screen resolution460k460kThe same screen resolution
Selfie screen Lack of selfie screen
Touch friendly screen Quickly navigate

Nikon S6400 vs Samsung ST6500 Physical Comparison

In case you're looking to carry your camera frequently, you'll need to consider its weight and dimensions. The Nikon S6400 enjoys outside dimensions of 95mm x 58mm x 27mm (3.7" x 2.3" x 1.1") having a weight of 150 grams (0.33 lbs) and the Samsung ST6500 has dimensions of 102mm x 57mm x 19mm (4.0" x 2.2" x 0.7") along with a weight of n/a grams (0.00 lbs).

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Take into account, the weight of an ILC will vary dependant on the lens you have attached at that moment. Following is a front view measurements comparison of the S6400 and the ST6500.

Nikon S6400 vs Samsung ST6500 size comparison

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the S6400 and ST6500 is 94 and 99 respectively.

Nikon S6400 vs Samsung ST6500 top view buttons comparison

Nikon S6400 vs Samsung ST6500 Sensor Comparison

More often than not, it's difficult to imagine the difference in sensor sizing purely by checking out a spec sheet. The visual below will offer you a more clear sense of the sensor sizes in the S6400 and ST6500.

As you can see, both of the cameras have the same sensor dimensions and the identical MP therefore you can expect comparable quality of photos though you have to factor the launch date of the cameras into account. The more modern S6400 provides an edge when it comes to sensor technology.

Nikon S6400 vs Samsung ST6500 sensor size comparison

Nikon S6400 vs Samsung ST6500 Screen and ViewFinder

Nikon S6400 vs Samsung ST6500 Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Nikon S6400 Portrait photography details
Samsung ST6500 Portrait photography details
35
decent sensor resolution (16 megapixels)
includes face detection focusing
focusing manually not possible
manual mode not available
cannot use external flash
small sensor size (1/2.3")
does not have RAW format
30
good resolution (16 megapixels)
lack of manual focus
manual mode not available
can't use external flash
very small sensor (1/2.3")
has no RAW format
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Street Comparison

Nikon S6400 Street photography details
Samsung ST6500 Street photography details
55
built in image stabilization (Optical)
no articulating screen
small sensor size (1/2.3")
does not have RAW format
heavier than competition in class (150 grams)
50
screen is fixed
no image stabilization
very small sensor (1/2.3")
has no RAW format
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Sports Comparison

Sports photography with Nikon S6400
Sports photography with Samsung ST6500
41
built in image stabilization (Optical)
decent sensor resolution (16MP)
includes tracking autofocus
lack of shutter priority mode
small sensor size (1/2.3")
terrible battery life (160 CIPA)
does not have phase detect AF
29
good resolution (16MP)
lack of shutter priority mode
no image stabilization
very small sensor (1/2.3")
has no phase detect autofocus
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Travel Comparison

Nikon S6400 Travel photography info
Samsung ST6500 Travel photography info
63
decent sensor resolution (16MP)
flash built-in
pretty wide (25mm)
very long reach (300mm)
missing Time Lapse function
terrible battery life (160 shots)
heavier than competition in class (150 grams)
does not have selfie friendly screen
slow maximum aperture (f3.1)
74
good resolution (16MP)
built-in flash
relatively wide (26mm)
fast maximum aperture (f)
does not have Time Lapse recording
does not have a selfie friendly display
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Landscape Comparison

Nikon S6400 as a Landscape photography camera
Samsung ST6500 as a Landscape photography camera
42
pretty wide (25mm)
screen is a decent size (3 inches)
built in image stabilization (Optical)
decent sensor resolution (16 megapixels)
focusing manually not possible
fixed lens (fixed lens mount)
slow maximum aperture (f3.1)
manual mode not available
small sensor size (1/2.3")
does not have RAW format
terrible battery life (160 CIPA)
missing Time Lapse function
43
relatively wide (26mm)
fast maximum aperture (f)
pretty good screen size (3 inches)
good resolution (16 megapixels)
lack of manual focus
lens is fixed (fixed lens mount)
manual mode not available
no image stabilization
very small sensor (1/2.3")
has no RAW format
does not have Time Lapse recording
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Vlogging Comparison

Vlogging with Nikon S6400
Vlogging with Samsung ST6500
33
pretty wide (25mm)
touchscreen capability
built in image stabilization (Optical)
includes face detection focusing
high res video (1920 x 1080 pixels)
slow maximum aperture (f3.1)
does not have selfie friendly screen
missing external mic port
heavier than competition in class (150g)
32
relatively wide (26mm)
fast maximum aperture (f)
touchscreen enabled
does not have a selfie friendly display
no image stabilization
video resolution low (1280 x 720 pixels)
does not have external mic socket
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Nikon S6400 vs Samsung ST6500 Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Nikon S6400 and Samsung ST6500
 Nikon Coolpix S6400Samsung ST6500
General Information
Manufacturer Nikon Samsung
Model type Nikon Coolpix S6400 Samsung ST6500
Class Ultracompact Ultracompact
Launched 2012-08-22 2011-01-19
Physical type Ultracompact Ultracompact
Sensor Information
Chip Expeed C2 -
Sensor type BSI-CMOS CCD
Sensor size 1/2.3" 1/2.3"
Sensor dimensions 6.17 x 4.55mm 6.08 x 4.56mm
Sensor surface area 28.1mm² 27.7mm²
Sensor resolution 16 megapixel 16 megapixel
Anti alias filter
Aspect ratio 4:3 and 16:9 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9
Highest Possible resolution 4608 x 3456 4608 x 3456
Maximum native ISO 3200 3200
Minimum native ISO 125 80
RAW files
Autofocusing
Focus manually
Touch focus
AF continuous
AF single
Tracking AF
AF selectice
AF center weighted
Multi area AF
Live view AF
Face detect AF
Contract detect AF
Phase detect AF
Cross type focus points - -
Lens
Lens mount type fixed lens fixed lens
Lens zoom range 25-300mm (12.0x) 26-130mm (5.0x)
Maximal aperture f/3.1-6.5 -
Macro focusing range 10cm -
Crop factor 5.8 5.9
Screen
Display type Fixed Type Fixed Type
Display diagonal 3 inches 3 inches
Resolution of display 460 thousand dots 460 thousand dots
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch operation
Display technology TFT LCD monitor -
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder None None
Features
Min shutter speed 4 seconds 8 seconds
Max shutter speed 1/4000 seconds 1/2000 seconds
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Manually set exposure
Set WB
Image stabilization
Integrated flash
External flash
AEB
WB bracketing
Exposure
Multisegment exposure
Average exposure
Spot exposure
Partial exposure
AF area exposure
Center weighted exposure
Video features
Video resolutions 1920 x 1080 (30 fps), 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) 1280 x 720
Maximum video resolution 1920x1080 1280x720
Video data format MPEG-4, H.264 -
Mic port
Headphone port
Connectivity
Wireless Eye-Fi Connected None
Bluetooth
NFC
HDMI
USB USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) none
GPS None None
Physical
Environment sealing
Water proofing
Dust proofing
Shock proofing
Crush proofing
Freeze proofing
Weight 150g (0.33 pounds) -
Physical dimensions 95 x 58 x 27mm (3.7" x 2.3" x 1.1") 102 x 57 x 19mm (4.0" x 2.2" x 0.7")
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 160 pictures -
Type of battery Battery Pack -
Battery ID EN-EL19 -
Self timer Yes (10 or 2 seconds) -
Time lapse recording
Type of storage SD/SDHC/SDXC -
Card slots One One
Retail pricing $500 -