Nikon S6500 vs Nikon S9100
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Nikon S6500 vs Nikon S9100 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 25-300mm (F2.8-5.9) lens
- 250g - 95 x 58 x 26mm
- Launched January 2013
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 160 - 3200
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 25-450mm (F3.5-5.9) lens
- 214g - 105 x 62 x 35mm
- Announced July 2011
- New Model is Nikon S9300
Nikon S6500 vs Nikon S9100 Overview
Here is a extensive overview of the Nikon S6500 and Nikon S9100, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras and they are both designed by Nikon. There exists a noticeable gap among the image resolutions of the S6500 (16MP) and S9100 (12MP) but both cameras provide the identical sensor sizing (1/2.3").
Snapchat Adds Watermarks to AI-Created ImagesThe S6500 was manufactured 18 months later than the S9100 making them a generation apart from one another. Each of the cameras feature the same body design (Compact).
Before getting into a detailed comparison, here is a brief summation of how the S6500 matches up vs the S9100 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.
Nikon S6500 vs Nikon S9100 Gallery
Here is a sample of the gallery pictures for Nikon Coolpix S6500 & Nikon Coolpix S9100. The entire galleries are available at Nikon S6500 Gallery & Nikon S9100 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Nikon S6500 over the Nikon S9100
S6500 | S9100 | |||
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Announced | January 2013 | July 2011 | Fresher by 18 months |
Reasons to pick Nikon S9100 over the Nikon S6500
S9100 | S6500 | |||
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Display resolution | 921k | 460k | Sharper display (+461k dot) |
Common features in the Nikon S6500 and Nikon S9100
S6500 | S9100 | |||
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Manually focus | Dial accurate focusing | |||
Display type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed display | |
Display size | 3" | 3" | Same display measurement | |
Selfie screen | Neither features selfie screen | |||
Touch display | Neither features Touch display |
Nikon S6500 vs Nikon S9100 Physical Comparison
For those who are looking to carry your camera regularly, you'll have to think about its weight and size. The Nikon S6500 enjoys outer dimensions of 95mm x 58mm x 26mm (3.7" x 2.3" x 1.0") and a weight of 250 grams (0.55 lbs) and the Nikon S9100 has specifications of 105mm x 62mm x 35mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.4") and a weight of 214 grams (0.47 lbs).
Check the Nikon S6500 and Nikon S9100 in our brand new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.Keep in mind, the weight of an ILC will differ dependant on the lens you have attached at that moment. Here is a front view proportions comparison of the S6500 and the S9100.
Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the S6500 and S9100 is 92 and 91 respectively.
Nikon S6500 vs Nikon S9100 Sensor Comparison
Typically, it's hard to imagine the difference in sensor sizing only by looking through technical specs. The photograph below should give you a stronger sense of the sensor dimensions in the S6500 and S9100.
As you have seen, both of these cameras feature the identical sensor size but different MP. You can anticipate the Nikon S6500 to render greater detail due to its extra 4 Megapixels. Greater resolution can also help you crop photos way more aggressively. The younger S6500 should have an advantage when it comes to sensor technology.
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Nikon S6500 vs Nikon S9100 Specifications
Nikon Coolpix S6500 | Nikon Coolpix S9100 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | Nikon | Nikon |
Model | Nikon Coolpix S6500 | Nikon Coolpix S9100 |
Type | Small Sensor Superzoom | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Launched | 2013-01-08 | 2011-07-19 |
Physical type | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Powered by | - | Expeed C2 |
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 | 16 megapixels | 12 megapixels |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | - |
Highest Possible resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 4000 x 3000 |
Maximum native ISO | 3200 | 3200 |
Lowest native ISO | 100 | 160 |
RAW files | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Touch to focus | ||
Continuous AF | ||
AF single | ||
AF tracking | ||
Selective AF | ||
AF center weighted | ||
AF multi area | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detect AF | ||
Contract detect AF | ||
Phase detect AF | ||
Number of focus points | - | 9 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 25-300mm (12.0x) | 25-450mm (18.0x) |
Max aperture | f/2.8-5.9 | f/3.5-5.9 |
Macro focus distance | 5cm | 4cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display size | 3 inches | 3 inches |
Resolution of display | 460k dots | 921k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch screen | ||
Display tech | AMOLED display | TFT-LCD with Anti-reflection coating |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 8 secs | 4 secs |
Max shutter speed | 1/2000 secs | 1/2000 secs |
Continuous shutter rate | 10.0 frames/s | 10.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual mode | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | - |
Set WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash range | 3.50 m | 4.00 m |
Flash options | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Fill-in, Slow Sync | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye |
External flash | ||
AE bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (30fps), 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 480fps (176 x 128), 240fps (384 x 288) | 1920 x 1080 (30fps), 1280 x 720p (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) |
Maximum video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1920x1080 |
Video format | MPEG-4, H.264 | MPEG-4, H.264 |
Microphone support | ||
Headphone support | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | BuiltIn | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 250 gr (0.55 pounds) | 214 gr (0.47 pounds) |
Physical dimensions | 95 x 58 x 26mm (3.7" x 2.3" x 1.0") | 105 x 62 x 35mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.4") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light score | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | - | 270 photographs |
Type of battery | - | Battery Pack |
Battery model | SLB-10A | EN-EL12 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Double) | Yes (10 or 2 sec) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/SDHC/SDXC |
Card slots | Single | Single |
Retail price | $170 | $329 |