Nikon S6500 vs Sony HX1

Below, we will be reviewing the Nikon S6500 versus Sony HX1, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras by rivals Nikon and Sony. There is a noticeable difference between the resolutions of the S6500 (16MP) and HX1 (9MP) and the S6500 (1/2.3") and HX1 (1/2.4") feature totally different sensor size.

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The S6500 was launched 3 years after the HX1 which is quite a sizable difference as far as tech is concerned. Each of these cameras come with different body type with the Nikon S6500 being a Compact camera and the Sony HX1 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera.

Before diving straight into a more detailed comparison, below is a short highlight of how the S6500 grades against the HX1 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

The following is a preview of the gallery images for Nikon Coolpix S6500 & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX1. The complete galleries are viewable at Nikon S6500 Gallery & Sony HX1 Gallery.

When you are aiming to carry around your camera often, you will need to factor its weight and dimensions. The Nikon S6500 offers external dimensions of 95mm x 58mm x 26mm (3.7" x 2.3" x 1.0") with a weight of 250 grams (0.55 lbs) while the Sony HX1 has dimensions of 115mm x 83mm x 92mm (4.5" x 3.3" x 3.6") with a weight of 544 grams (1.20 lbs).

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Don't forget, the weight of an ILC will differ depending on the lens you choose during that time. The following is the front view measurement comparison of the S6500 and the HX1.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability grade of the S6500 and HX1 is 92 and 67 respectively.

Oftentimes, it can be hard to visualise the gap between sensor sizes merely by reading through a spec sheet. The image underneath might offer you a more clear sense of the sensor dimensions in the S6500 and HX1.

As you can see, the 2 cameras have got different megapixel count and different sensor sizes. The S6500 because of its bigger sensor will make getting shallow DOF easier and the Nikon S6500 will give you more detail utilizing its extra 7MP. Higher resolution will also allow you to crop photographs much more aggressively. The more recent S6500 is going to have a benefit in sensor tech.