Nikon S6500 vs Sony HX50V

Following is a extended comparison of the Nikon S6500 versus Sony HX50V, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras by brands Nikon and Sony. The image resolution of the S6500 (16MP) and the HX50V (20MP) is pretty similar and they come with the same exact sensor size (1/2.3").

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The S6500 was introduced 3 months prior to the HX50V so they are of a similar age. Each of these cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before delving through a comprehensive comparison, below is a simple synopsis of how the S6500 matches up against the HX50V for portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

This is a preview of the gallery images for Nikon Coolpix S6500 & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX50V. The whole galleries are viewable at Nikon S6500 Gallery & Sony HX50V Gallery.

If you're going to carry around your camera regularly, you're going to have to take into account its weight and proportions. The Nikon S6500 features exterior 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 Sony HX50V has measurements of 108mm x 64mm x 38mm (4.3" x 2.5" x 1.5") having a weight of 272 grams (0.60 lbs).

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Take into consideration, the weight of an ILC will vary depending on the lens you have chosen at the time. Underneath is the front view overall size comparison of the S6500 against the HX50V.

Considering size and weight, the portability score of the S6500 and HX50V is 92 and 89 respectively.

In many cases, its difficult to envision the gap between sensor sizes simply by going over technical specs. The image underneath should give you a greater sense of the sensor sizes in the S6500 and HX50V.

As you have seen, both of the cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing albeit not the same MP. You can expect the Sony HX50V to offer you extra detail using its extra 4 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also help you crop pictures far more aggressively.