Nikon S6500 vs Nikon S9700
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51 Overall
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40 Features
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Nikon S6500 vs Nikon S9700 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
- Revealed January 2013
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 125 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 25-750mm (F3.7-6.4) lens
- 232g - 110 x 64 x 35mm
- Released February 2014
- Older Model is Nikon S9500
- Refreshed by Nikon S9900
Nikon S6500 vs Nikon S9700 Overview
In this write-up, we are contrasting the Nikon S6500 vs Nikon S9700, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras and they are both produced by Nikon. The resolution of the S6500 (16MP) and the S9700 (16MP) is very similar and they possess the same exact sensor measurements (1/2.3").
Snapchat Adds Watermarks to AI-Created ImagesThe S6500 was released 13 months earlier than the S9700 making the cameras a generation apart from each other. Both cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).
Before going in to a in depth comparison, below is a quick overview of how the S6500 grades against the S9700 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.
Nikon S6500 vs Nikon S9700 Gallery
Here is a sample of the gallery pics for Nikon Coolpix S6500 & Nikon Coolpix S9700. The complete galleries are available at Nikon S6500 Gallery & Nikon S9700 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Nikon S6500 over the Nikon S9700
S6500 | S9700 | |||
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Manual focus | Very exact focusing |
Reasons to pick Nikon S9700 over the Nikon S6500
S9700 | S6500 | |||
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Released | February 2014 | January 2013 | Fresher by 13 months | |
Display resolution | 921k | 460k | Crisper display (+461k dot) |
Common features in the Nikon S6500 and Nikon S9700
S6500 | S9700 | |||
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Display type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed display | |
Display sizing | 3" | 3" | Equivalent display measurements | |
Selfie screen | No selfie screen | |||
Touch friendly display | Neither offers Touch friendly display |
Nikon S6500 vs Nikon S9700 Physical Comparison
For those who are planning to carry your camera frequently, you'll need to consider its weight and measurements. The Nikon S6500 offers exterior 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 S9700 has proportions of 110mm x 64mm x 35mm (4.3" x 2.5" x 1.4") and a weight of 232 grams (0.51 lbs).
Examine the Nikon S6500 vs Nikon S9700 in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.Take into account, the weight of an ILC will change dependant on the lens you are using at that moment. Underneath is the front view physical size comparison of the S6500 compared to the S9700.
Considering size and weight, the portability rating of the S6500 and S9700 is 92 and 90 respectively.
Nikon S6500 vs Nikon S9700 Sensor Comparison
Often, it can be difficult to visualize the contrast between sensor sizing just by reading specs. The photograph underneath may provide you a clearer sense of the sensor dimensions in the S6500 and S9700.
As you can plainly see, the 2 cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing and the same exact MP and you can expect similar quality of images though you should take the launch date of the products into consideration. The older S6500 is going to be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor technology.
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Nikon S6500 vs Nikon S9700 Specifications
Nikon Coolpix S6500 | Nikon Coolpix S9700 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | Nikon | Nikon |
Model | Nikon Coolpix S6500 | Nikon Coolpix S9700 |
Type | Small Sensor Superzoom | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Revealed | 2013-01-08 | 2014-02-07 |
Physical type | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | BSI-CMOS | BSI-CMOS |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16MP | 16MP |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | - |
Highest Possible resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 4608 x 3456 |
Maximum native ISO | 3200 | 6400 |
Lowest native ISO | 100 | 125 |
RAW images | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
AF touch | ||
Continuous AF | ||
Single AF | ||
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 | - | 99 |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 25-300mm (12.0x) | 25-750mm (30.0x) |
Maximal aperture | f/2.8-5.9 | f/3.7-6.4 |
Macro focus range | 5cm | 1cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display sizing | 3 inch | 3 inch |
Resolution of display | 460 thousand dots | 921 thousand dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch capability | ||
Display technology | AMOLED display | TFT LCD with anti-reflection coating |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 8s | 8s |
Max shutter speed | 1/2000s | 1/2000s |
Continuous shutter rate | 10.0fps | 7.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Change WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash range | 3.50 m | 6.00 m |
Flash options | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Fill-in, Slow Sync | TTL auto flash with monitor preflashes |
External flash | ||
AEB | ||
White balance 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 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 480fps (176 x 128), 240fps (384 x 288) | 1920 x 1080 (30/25p, 60/50i) 1280 x 720 (60/50/30/25/15/12.5p) 960 x 540 (30/25p) 640 x 480 (120/30/25p) 320 x 240 (240p) |
Maximum video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1920x1080 |
Video file format | MPEG-4, H.264 | MPEG-4, H.264 |
Mic port | ||
Headphone port | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | Built-In |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | BuiltIn | BuiltIn |
Physical | ||
Environmental sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 250g (0.55 pounds) | 232g (0.51 pounds) |
Dimensions | 95 x 58 x 26mm (3.7" x 2.3" x 1.0") | 110 x 64 x 35mm (4.3" x 2.5" 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 | - | 300 pictures |
Style of battery | - | Battery Pack |
Battery model | SLB-10A | EN-EL12 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Double) | Yes |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/SDHC/SDXC |
Card slots | Single | Single |
Retail price | $170 | $350 |