Nikon S6500 vs Nikon S9500

In this article, we are reviewing the Nikon S6500 vs Nikon S9500, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras and they are both built by Nikon. The image resolution of the S6500 (16MP) and the S9500 (18MP) is fairly comparable and they enjoy the same exact sensor size (1/2.3").

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The S6500 was brought out within a month of the S9500 and they are both of a similar age. The two cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before getting through a in-depth comparison, below is a quick summation of how the S6500 matches up vs the S9500 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Nikon Coolpix S6500 & Nikon Coolpix S9500. The entire galleries are available at Nikon S6500 Gallery & Nikon S9500 Gallery.

For those who are planning to carry your camera, you have to take into account its weight and size. The Nikon S6500 has outside measurements of 95mm x 58mm x 26mm (3.7" x 2.3" x 1.0") along with a weight of 250 grams (0.55 lbs) and the Nikon S9500 has specifications of 110mm x 60mm x 31mm (4.3" x 2.4" x 1.2") and a weight of 205 grams (0.45 lbs).

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Take into account, the weight of an ILC will differ depending on the lens you select at that time. Here is the front view overall size comparison of the S6500 vs the S9500.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability score of the S6500 and S9500 is 92 and 92 respectively.

Sometimes, it is difficult to picture the contrast in sensor sizing simply by seeing a spec sheet. The visual below may offer you a much better sense of the sensor measurements in the S6500 and S9500.

As you can see, both of the cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing but different megapixels. You can anticipate the Nikon S9500 to produce greater detail having its extra 2MP. Greater resolution can also allow you to crop images a little more aggressively.