Nikon S6500 vs Olympus FE-4000

Here is a extended assessment of the Nikon S6500 and Olympus FE-4000, one being a Small Sensor Superzoom and the other is a Small Sensor Compact by rivals Nikon and Olympus. There is a huge difference among the sensor resolutions of the S6500 (16MP) and FE-4000 (12MP) but both cameras provide the same sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The S6500 was introduced 3 years later than the FE-4000 and that is a fairly significant gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Each of the cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before we go right into a in-depth comparison, here is a brief introduction of how the S6500 scores vs the FE-4000 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Here is a sample of the gallery pics for Nikon Coolpix S6500 and Olympus FE-4000. The whole galleries are available at Nikon S6500 Gallery and Olympus FE-4000 Gallery.

If you're aiming to carry your camera often, you will need to take into account its weight and measurements. The Nikon S6500 has got outside measurements 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 Olympus FE-4000 has proportions of 95mm x 57mm x 22mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.9") having a weight of 136 grams (0.30 lbs).

Contrast the Nikon S6500 and Olympus FE-4000 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you have during that time. Below is a front view proportions comparison of the S6500 against the FE-4000.

Using size and weight, the portability grade of the S6500 and FE-4000 is 92 and 95 respectively.

In many cases, it can be difficult to envision the contrast in sensor sizing just by researching technical specs. The graphic here will help offer you a clearer sense of the sensor sizing in the S6500 and FE-4000.

As you have seen, both the cameras provide the same sensor dimensions but not the same resolution. You should expect to see the Nikon S6500 to result in greater detail using its extra 4MP. Greater resolution can also make it easier to crop images more aggressively. The younger S6500 will have an advantage in sensor tech.