Nikon S6500 vs Sony HX10V

Here, we will be contrasting the Nikon S6500 vs Sony HX10V, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras by manufacturers Nikon and Sony. The image resolution of the S6500 (16MP) and the HX10V (18MP) is pretty well matched and both cameras offer the identical sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The S6500 was announced 11 months after the HX10V so they are of a similar age. Each of the cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before diving straight to a full comparison, here is a quick introduction of how the S6500 grades versus the HX10V in 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-HX10V. The whole galleries are available at Nikon S6500 Gallery & Sony HX10V Gallery.

If you are going to carry around your camera, you'll need to consider its weight and measurements. The Nikon S6500 enjoys exterior measurements of 95mm x 58mm x 26mm (3.7" x 2.3" x 1.0") along with a weight of 250 grams (0.55 lbs) whilst the Sony HX10V has proportions of 105mm x 60mm x 34mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.3") having a weight of 234 grams (0.52 lbs).

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Remember that, the weight of an ILC will change based on the lens you have chosen during that time. Underneath is a front view measurement comparison of the S6500 versus the HX10V.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability grade of the S6500 and HX10V is 92 and 91 respectively.

Usually, it's tough to see the difference between sensor sizes just by looking at a spec sheet. The pic below may provide you a more clear sense of the sensor sizing in the S6500 and HX10V.

As you can see, both of those cameras come with the identical sensor size albeit not the same resolution. You can expect the Sony HX10V to give you more detail with its extra 2MP. Higher resolution can also allow you to crop photographs a good deal more aggressively. The more recent S6500 will have an edge in sensor innovation.