Nikon S6500 vs Olympus TG-6

The following is a complete overview of the Nikon S6500 and Olympus TG-6, one is a Small Sensor Superzoom and the other is a Waterproof by rivals Nikon and Olympus. There exists a big gap between the image resolutions of the S6500 (16MP) and TG-6 (12MP) but both cameras provide the same sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The S6500 was launched 7 years earlier than the TG-6 which is quite a big gap as far as technology is concerned. Both the cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before going into a complete comparison, here is a quick summary of how the S6500 matches up vs the TG-6 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Here is a sample of the gallery pictures for Nikon Coolpix S6500 and Olympus Tough TG-6. The complete galleries are viewable at Nikon S6500 Gallery and Olympus TG-6 Gallery.

For anybody who is going to travel with your camera, you will want to factor in its weight and proportions. The Nikon S6500 has got exterior dimensions of 95mm x 58mm x 26mm (3.7" x 2.3" x 1.0") with a weight of 250 grams (0.55 lbs) and the Olympus TG-6 has measurements of 113mm x 66mm x 32mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 1.3") having a weight of 253 grams (0.56 lbs).

Contrast the Nikon S6500 and Olympus TG-6 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you have chosen at that time. Following is a front view overall size comparison of the S6500 versus the TG-6.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability score of the S6500 and TG-6 is 92 and 90 respectively.

Normally, it is very difficult to imagine the contrast between sensor dimensions only by checking specs. The picture below might offer you a greater sense of the sensor sizes in the S6500 and TG-6.

As you can plainly see, the two cameras provide the same sensor dimensions but different MP. You should anticipate the Nikon S6500 to resolve greater detail utilizing its extra 4 Megapixels. Greater resolution will allow you to crop photos more aggressively. The more aged S6500 is going to be behind in sensor tech.