Nikon S6500 vs Olympus 6000

Here, we are analyzing the Nikon S6500 and Olympus 6000, former being a Small Sensor Superzoom while the other is a Small Sensor Compact by competitors Nikon and Olympus. There is a sizable difference among the image resolutions of the S6500 (16MP) and 6000 (10MP) but both cameras have the identical sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The S6500 was manufactured 3 years later than the 6000 and that is a fairly significant difference as far as camera tech is concerned. Both the cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before we go into a thorough comparison, here is a short view of how the S6500 matches up versus the 6000 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

The following is a sample of the gallery pics for Nikon Coolpix S6500 & Olympus Stylus Tough 6000. The entire galleries are viewable at Nikon S6500 Gallery & Olympus 6000 Gallery.

When you are looking to lug around your camera often, you'll have to take into account its weight and size. The Nikon S6500 features physical measurements of 95mm x 58mm x 26mm (3.7" x 2.3" x 1.0") having a weight of 250 grams (0.55 lbs) whilst the Olympus 6000 has specifications of 95mm x 63mm x 22mm (3.7" x 2.5" x 0.9") accompanied by a weight of 179 grams (0.39 lbs).

Examine the Nikon S6500 and Olympus 6000 in our completely new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Do not forget, the weight of an ILC will change depending on the lens you have attached at that moment. Below is a front view dimension comparison of the S6500 compared to the 6000.

Looking at size and weight, the portability grade of the S6500 and 6000 is 92 and 94 respectively.

Generally, it's hard to see the difference in sensor measurements simply by seeing specs. The graphic underneath might offer you a stronger sense of the sensor sizing in the S6500 and 6000.

All in all, the 2 cameras feature the identical sensor size but not the same resolution. You can expect to see the Nikon S6500 to provide extra detail due to its extra 6 Megapixels. Greater resolution will let you crop pics way more aggressively. The newer S6500 is going to have a benefit in sensor technology.