Nikon S6500 vs Panasonic FZ28

Its time to examine more in depth at the Nikon S6500 versus Panasonic FZ28, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras by manufacturers Nikon and Panasonic. There exists a significant gap among the resolutions of the S6500 (16MP) and FZ28 (10MP) but they come with the exact same sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The S6500 was brought out 4 years later than the FZ28 and that is a fairly sizable gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Each of the cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).

Before diving in to a full comparison, below is a brief view of how the S6500 matches up against the FZ28 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Here is a preview of the gallery photos for Nikon Coolpix S6500 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ28. The entire galleries are provided at Nikon S6500 Gallery and Panasonic FZ28 Gallery.

For anybody who is looking to carry your camera regularly, you're going to have to take into account its weight and dimensions. The Nikon S6500 comes with outside 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 Panasonic FZ28 has dimensions of 118mm x 75mm x 89mm (4.6" x 3.0" x 3.5") with a weight of 417 grams (0.92 lbs).

Analyze the Nikon S6500 versus Panasonic FZ28 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you are utilizing at the time. Underneath is the front view dimensions comparison of the S6500 against the FZ28.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the S6500 and FZ28 is 92 and 72 respectively.

Quite often, it can be hard to envision the gap in sensor sizing merely by seeing a spec sheet. The graphic here may provide you a more clear sense of the sensor dimensions in the S6500 and FZ28.

Clearly, both of the cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements albeit not the same resolution. You should count on the Nikon S6500 to provide extra detail having its extra 6MP. Higher resolution will also enable you to crop pictures much more aggressively. The newer S6500 will have an edge in sensor technology.