Nikon S6500 vs Nikon D3
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Nikon S6500 vs Nikon D3 Key Specs
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- 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
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- 12MP - Full frame Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 200 - 6400 (Boost to 25600)
- 1/8000s Max Shutter
- No Video
- Nikon F Mount
- 1300g - 160 x 157 x 88mm
- Launched April 2008
- Successor is Nikon D3S
Nikon S6500 vs Nikon D3 Overview
Lets look more closely at the Nikon S6500 and Nikon D3, one being a Small Sensor Superzoom and the latter is a Pro DSLR and both of them are sold by Nikon. There is a crucial difference between the resolutions of the S6500 (16MP) and D3 (12MP) and the S6500 (1/2.3") and D3 (Full frame) posses different sensor dimensions.
Google AI Gemini Could Enhance iPhone Experience, Talks SuggestThe S6500 was introduced 4 years later than the D3 and that is quite a serious gap as far as tech is concerned. Both cameras have different body design with the Nikon S6500 being a Compact camera and the Nikon D3 being a Large SLR camera.
Before diving right into a comprehensive comparison, here is a short overview of how the S6500 grades vs the D3 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.
Nikon S6500 vs Nikon D3 Gallery
Following is a preview of the gallery images for Nikon Coolpix S6500 and Nikon D3. The whole galleries are available at Nikon S6500 Gallery and Nikon D3 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Nikon S6500 over the Nikon D3
S6500 | D3 | |||
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Launched | January 2013 | April 2008 | Fresher by 58 months |
Reasons to pick Nikon D3 over the Nikon S6500
D3 | S6500 | |||
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Screen resolution | 922k | 460k | Crisper screen (+462k dot) |
Common features in the Nikon S6500 and Nikon D3
S6500 | D3 | |||
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Focus manually | More accurate focus | |||
Screen type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed screen | |
Screen dimensions | 3" | 3" | Equal screen sizing | |
Selfie screen | Neither features selfie screen | |||
Touch friendly screen | Neither features Touch friendly screen |
Nikon S6500 vs Nikon D3 Physical Comparison
When you are aiming to carry your camera frequently, you'll have to take into account its weight and volume. The Nikon S6500 enjoys physical measurements of 95mm x 58mm x 26mm (3.7" x 2.3" x 1.0") and a weight of 250 grams (0.55 lbs) while the Nikon D3 has sizing of 160mm x 157mm x 88mm (6.3" x 6.2" x 3.5") with a weight of 1300 grams (2.87 lbs).
See the Nikon S6500 and Nikon D3 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you are utilizing during that time. Underneath is a front view sizing comparison of the S6500 versus the D3.
Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability score of the S6500 and D3 is 92 and 50 respectively.
Nikon S6500 vs Nikon D3 Sensor Comparison
Often, it can be hard to visualize the difference between sensor sizing only by going over specs. The graphic below should provide you a stronger sense of the sensor measurements in the S6500 and D3.
All in all, the two cameras provide different resolutions and different sensor sizing. The S6500 having a tinier sensor is going to make shooting bokeh tougher and the Nikon S6500 will deliver greater detail using its extra 4MP. Higher resolution can also allow you to crop photographs more aggressively. The newer S6500 provides an edge in sensor technology.
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Nikon S6500 vs Nikon D3 Specifications
Nikon Coolpix S6500 | Nikon D3 | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | Nikon | Nikon |
Model | Nikon Coolpix S6500 | Nikon D3 |
Type | Small Sensor Superzoom | Pro DSLR |
Revealed | 2013-01-08 | 2008-04-18 |
Physical type | Compact | Large SLR |
Sensor Information | ||
Chip | - | Expeed |
Sensor type | BSI-CMOS | CMOS |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | Full frame |
Sensor measurements | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 36 x 23.9mm |
Sensor area | 28.1mm² | 860.4mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16 megapixel | 12 megapixel |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 5:4 and 3:2 |
Highest Possible resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 4256 x 2832 |
Maximum native ISO | 3200 | 6400 |
Maximum enhanced ISO | - | 25600 |
Minimum native ISO | 100 | 200 |
RAW images | ||
Minimum enhanced ISO | - | 100 |
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
AF touch | ||
AF continuous | ||
AF single | ||
AF tracking | ||
Selective AF | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
Multi area AF | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detect AF | ||
Contract detect AF | ||
Phase detect AF | ||
Number of focus points | - | 51 |
Cross focus points | - | 15 |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | fixed lens | Nikon F |
Lens focal range | 25-300mm (12.0x) | - |
Maximum aperture | f/2.8-5.9 | - |
Macro focus distance | 5cm | - |
Amount of lenses | - | 309 |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 1 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display diagonal | 3 inches | 3 inches |
Display resolution | 460 thousand dots | 922 thousand dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch functionality | ||
Display tech | AMOLED display | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | Optical (pentaprism) |
Viewfinder coverage | - | 100% |
Viewfinder magnification | - | 0.7x |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 8 seconds | 30 seconds |
Max shutter speed | 1/2000 seconds | 1/8000 seconds |
Continuous shutter rate | 10.0fps | 11.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual mode | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Change WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash range | 3.50 m | no built-in flash |
Flash options | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Fill-in, Slow Sync | Front curtain, Rear curtain, Red-Eye, Slow Sync |
External flash | ||
AEB | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Max flash synchronize | - | 1/250 seconds |
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) | - |
Maximum video resolution | 1920x1080 | None |
Video data format | 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 | Optional |
Physical | ||
Environmental sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 250g (0.55 pounds) | 1300g (2.87 pounds) |
Physical dimensions | 95 x 58 x 26mm (3.7" x 2.3" x 1.0") | 160 x 157 x 88mm (6.3" x 6.2" x 3.5") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall score | not tested | 81 |
DXO Color Depth score | not tested | 23.5 |
DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | 12.2 |
DXO Low light score | not tested | 2290 |
Other | ||
Battery life | - | 4300 shots |
Style of battery | - | Battery Pack |
Battery model | SLB-10A | - |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Double) | Yes (2 to 20 sec) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC | Compact Flash (Type I or II) x2 |
Card slots | One | 2 |
Retail pricing | $170 | $5,450 |