Nikon S6500 vs Ricoh G900
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Nikon S6500 vs Ricoh G900 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 25-300mm (F2.8-5.9) lens
- 250g - 95 x 58 x 26mm
- Launched January 2013
(Full Review)
- 20MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 125 - 6400
- Digital Image Stabilization
- 3840 x 2160 video
- 28-140mm (F3.5-5.5) lens
- 247g - 118 x 66 x 33mm
- Revealed February 2018

Nikon S6500 vs Ricoh G900 Overview
In this article, we are looking at the Nikon S6500 vs Ricoh G900, one being a Small Sensor Superzoom and the other is a Waterproof by manufacturers Nikon and Ricoh. The resolution of the S6500 (16MP) and the G900 (20MP) is fairly close and they possess the same exact sensor measurements (1/2.3").

The S6500 was unveiled 6 years earlier than the G900 and that is a fairly big gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Both the cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).
Before diving in to a complete comparison, below is a short summation of how the S6500 matches up versus the G900 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Nikon S6500 vs Ricoh G900 Gallery
This is a sample of the gallery pictures for Nikon Coolpix S6500 and Ricoh G900. The full galleries are available at Nikon S6500 Gallery and Ricoh G900 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Nikon S6500 over the Ricoh G900
S6500 | G900 |
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Reasons to pick Ricoh G900 over the Nikon S6500
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Revealed | February 2018 | ![]() | January 2013 | Fresher by 62 months |
Display resolution | 1040k | ![]() | 460k | Sharper display (+580k dot) |
Common features in the Nikon S6500 and Ricoh G900
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Focus manually | ![]() | Dial exact focus | ||
Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Display sizing | 3" | ![]() | 3" | Equivalent display measurements |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Absent selfie screen | ||
Touch display | ![]() | Absent Touch display |
Nikon S6500 vs Ricoh G900 Physical Comparison
If you are aiming to carry your camera often, you are going to need to factor in its weight and dimensions. The Nikon S6500 comes with physical 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 Ricoh G900 has dimensions of 118mm x 66mm x 33mm (4.6" x 2.6" x 1.3") with a weight of 247 grams (0.54 lbs).
Analyze the Nikon S6500 vs Ricoh G900 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you are utilising at that moment. The following is the front view sizing comparison of the S6500 compared to the G900.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the S6500 and G900 is 92 and 89 respectively.

Nikon S6500 vs Ricoh G900 Sensor Comparison
More often than not, its hard to see the contrast in sensor sizing simply by looking through specifications. The visual underneath may give you a more clear sense of the sensor dimensions in the S6500 and G900.
Plainly, both cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing but not the same resolution. You should anticipate the Ricoh G900 to provide you with greater detail having an extra 4 Megapixels. Greater resolution can also help you crop photos a little more aggressively. The older S6500 will be behind when it comes to sensor innovation.

Nikon S6500 vs Ricoh G900 Screen and ViewFinder


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Nikon S6500 vs Ricoh G900 Specifications
Nikon Coolpix S6500 | Ricoh G900 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | Nikon | Ricoh |
Model | Nikon Coolpix S6500 | Ricoh G900 |
Category | Small Sensor Superzoom | Waterproof |
Launched | 2013-01-08 | 2018-02-21 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | BSI-CMOS | BSI-CMOS |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16MP | 20MP |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 1:1, 4:3 and 3:2 |
Highest Possible resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 5184 x 3888 |
Maximum native ISO | 3200 | 6400 |
Minimum native ISO | 100 | 125 |
RAW support | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Touch focus | ||
Continuous AF | ||
Single AF | ||
Tracking AF | ||
Selective AF | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
AF multi area | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detect focusing | ||
Contract detect focusing | ||
Phase detect focusing | ||
Number of focus points | - | 9 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 25-300mm (12.0x) | 28-140mm (5.0x) |
Maximal aperture | f/2.8-5.9 | f/3.5-5.5 |
Macro focus distance | 5cm | 1cm |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Range of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display sizing | 3" | 3" |
Display resolution | 460 thousand dot | 1,040 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch friendly | ||
Display technology | AMOLED display | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 8 seconds | 4 seconds |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/2000 seconds | 1/4000 seconds |
Continuous shutter speed | 10.0 frames per sec | - |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | - |
Custom WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash range | 3.50 m | 5.50 m (with Auto ISO) |
Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Fill-in, Slow Sync | Flash on, flash off |
External flash | ||
AE bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (30fps), 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 480fps (176 x 128), 240fps (384 x 288) | 3840x2160 |
Maximum video resolution | 1920x1080 | 3840x2160 |
Video file format | MPEG-4, H.264 | MPEG-4, H.264 |
Mic input | ||
Headphone input | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | Supports FlashAir SD cards |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | DB-110 lithium-ion battery & USB charger |
GPS | BuiltIn | Built-in |
Physical | ||
Environment seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 250 gr (0.55 lbs) | 247 gr (0.54 lbs) |
Dimensions | 95 x 58 x 26mm (3.7" x 2.3" x 1.0") | 118 x 66 x 33mm (4.6" x 2.6" x 1.3") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light score | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | - | 340 photos |
Battery format | - | Battery Pack |
Battery model | SLB-10A | - |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Double) | Yes |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Storage media | SD/SDHC/SDXC | Internal + SD/SDHC/SDXC card |
Storage slots | Single | Single |
Retail price | $170 | $752 |