Nikon S6500 vs Sony H70

In this write-up, we will be comparing the Nikon S6500 versus Sony H70, former is a Small Sensor Superzoom while the latter is a Small Sensor Compact by manufacturers Nikon and Sony. The resolution of the S6500 (16MP) and the H70 (16MP) is pretty well matched and they use the same exact sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The S6500 was manufactured 2 years after the H70 which is quite a big difference as far as tech is concerned. Both of the cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before getting in to a more detailed comparison, below is a quick summary of how the S6500 grades vs the H70 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Below is a preview of the gallery images for Nikon Coolpix S6500 & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-H70. The entire galleries are provided at Nikon S6500 Gallery & Sony H70 Gallery.

If you are aiming to travel with your camera, you will need to factor its weight and measurements. The Nikon S6500 enjoys outside 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 Sony H70 has proportions of 102mm x 58mm x 29mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.1") having a weight of 194 grams (0.43 lbs).

Analyze the Nikon S6500 versus Sony H70 in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Keep in mind, the weight of an ILC will differ depending on the lens you are utilising at the time. Underneath is the front view dimensions comparison of the S6500 versus the H70.

Looking at size and weight, the portability score of the S6500 and H70 is 92 and 93 respectively.

Usually, it can be difficult to picture the contrast between sensor dimensions just by reading through technical specs. The picture below will help provide you a much better sense of the sensor dimensions in the S6500 and H70.

As you can tell, each of these cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing and the same exact MP so you can expect similar quality of photographs however you would want to take the launch date of the products into consideration. The more modern S6500 provides an advantage with regard to sensor innovation.