Nikon S6500 vs Nikon S9900

On this page, we are evaluating the Nikon S6500 and Nikon S9900, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras and they are both sold by Nikon. The image resolution of the S6500 (16MP) and the S9900 (16MP) is fairly close and both cameras boast the same sensor size (1/2.3").

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The S6500 was announced 3 years prior to the S9900 which is a fairly large difference as far as camera tech is concerned. Both the cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before diving into a thorough comparison, here is a concise introduction of how the S6500 matches up against the S9900 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Here is a sample of the gallery pictures for Nikon Coolpix S6500 & Nikon Coolpix S9900. The whole galleries are provided at Nikon S6500 Gallery & Nikon S9900 Gallery.

If you are planning to carry around your camera, you will want to factor in its weight and proportions. The Nikon S6500 has outer dimensions of 95mm x 58mm x 26mm (3.7" x 2.3" x 1.0") accompanied by a weight of 250 grams (0.55 lbs) and the Nikon S9900 has measurements of 112mm x 66mm x 40mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 1.6") accompanied by a weight of 289 grams (0.64 lbs).

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Take into consideration, the weight of an ILC will differ based on the lens you select at the time. The following is a front view measurement comparison of the S6500 versus the S9900.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability score of the S6500 and S9900 is 92 and 88 respectively.

Generally, it is tough to see the contrast in sensor sizes just by looking through specs. The pic here will provide you a stronger sense of the sensor sizes in the S6500 and S9900.

All in all, both the cameras provide the same sensor dimensions and the exact same resolution so you can expect comparable quality of images but you might want to factor the age of the cameras into account. The more aged S6500 will be disadvantaged in sensor tech.