Nikon S6500 vs Pentax XG-1

Below, we are comparing the Nikon S6500 vs Pentax XG-1, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras by rivals Nikon and Pentax. The sensor resolution of the S6500 (16MP) and the XG-1 (16MP) is fairly well matched and they use the exact same sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The S6500 was manufactured 18 months before the XG-1 making the cameras a generation apart from one another. Both the cameras come with different body type with the Nikon S6500 being a Compact camera and the Pentax XG-1 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera.

Before diving through a comprehensive comparison, below is a quick highlight of how the S6500 scores versus the XG-1 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

The following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Nikon Coolpix S6500 and Pentax XG-1. The entire galleries are available at Nikon S6500 Gallery and Pentax XG-1 Gallery.

If you're aiming to lug around your camera regularly, you'll have 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) whilst the Pentax XG-1 has proportions of 119mm x 89mm x 98mm (4.7" x 3.5" x 3.9") and a weight of 567 grams (1.25 lbs).

Check out the Nikon S6500 vs Pentax XG-1 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you are utilizing at the time. Underneath is the front view size comparison of the S6500 compared to the XG-1.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the S6500 and XG-1 is 92 and 66 respectively.

Sometimes, it can be difficult to imagine the contrast between sensor measurements just by reading through a spec sheet. The photograph underneath will provide you a more clear sense of the sensor sizing in the S6500 and XG-1.

Clearly, each of the cameras posses the exact same sensor measurements and the same MP and you should expect similar quality of photographs however you should always consider the release date of the products into consideration. The older S6500 is going to be behind when it comes to sensor tech.