Nikon S6500 vs Sony W730
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Nikon S6500 vs Sony W730 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 25-300mm (F2.8-5.9) lens
- 250g - 95 x 58 x 26mm
- Released January 2013
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 25-224mm (F3.3-6.3) lens
- 122g - 93 x 52 x 22mm
- Revealed January 2013

Nikon S6500 vs Sony W730 Overview
On this page, we will be contrasting the Nikon S6500 and Sony W730, one being a Small Sensor Superzoom and the latter is a Small Sensor Compact by brands Nikon and Sony. The image resolution of the S6500 (16MP) and the W730 (16MP) is relatively well matched and both cameras provide the same sensor measurements (1/2.3").

The S6500 was launched very close to the W730 and they are both of a similar generation. Both cameras have the same body design (Compact).
Before diving right into a in-depth comparison, here is a simple summary of how the S6500 grades vs the W730 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Nikon S6500 vs Sony W730 Gallery
Below is a preview of the gallery photos for Nikon Coolpix S6500 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W730. The complete galleries are provided at Nikon S6500 Gallery and Sony W730 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Nikon S6500 over the Sony W730
S6500 | W730 | |||
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Manual focus | ![]() | More exact focusing | ||
Screen dimensions | 3" | ![]() | 2.7" | Bigger screen (+0.3") |
Screen resolution | 460k | ![]() | 230k | Clearer screen (+230k dot) |
Reasons to pick Sony W730 over the Nikon S6500
W730 | S6500 | |||
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Touch screen | ![]() | Quickly navigate |
Common features in the Nikon S6500 and Sony W730
S6500 | W730 | |||
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Revealed | January 2013 | ![]() | January 2013 | Similar generation |
Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Selfie screen | ![]() | No selfie screen |
Nikon S6500 vs Sony W730 Physical Comparison
For anybody who is going to lug around your camera frequently, you need to think about its weight and dimensions. The Nikon S6500 features exterior dimensions of 95mm x 58mm x 26mm (3.7" x 2.3" x 1.0") and a weight of 250 grams (0.55 lbs) and the Sony W730 has dimensions of 93mm x 52mm x 22mm (3.7" x 2.0" x 0.9") with a weight of 122 grams (0.27 lbs).
Compare the Nikon S6500 and Sony W730 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you have attached at that moment. Here is a front view size comparison of the S6500 and the W730.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the S6500 and W730 is 92 and 96 respectively.

Nikon S6500 vs Sony W730 Sensor Comparison
Typically, it can be hard to see the gap between sensor measurements simply by checking specifications. The photograph here might offer you a stronger sense of the sensor dimensions in the S6500 and W730.
Plainly, both of the cameras provide the same sensor dimensions and the identical megapixels and you should expect similar quality of pictures though you should always factor the production date of the products into consideration.

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Nikon S6500 vs Sony W730 Specifications
Nikon Coolpix S6500 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W730 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | Nikon | Sony |
Model type | Nikon Coolpix S6500 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W730 |
Type | Small Sensor Superzoom | Small Sensor Compact |
Released | 2013-01-08 | 2013-01-08 |
Physical type | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | BSI-CMOS | CCD |
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 | 16MP |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Max resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 4608 x 3456 |
Max native ISO | 3200 | 3200 |
Lowest native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW images | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
AF touch | ||
Continuous AF | ||
AF single | ||
AF tracking | ||
Selective AF | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
AF multi area | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detection AF | ||
Contract detection AF | ||
Phase detection AF | ||
Cross type focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens support | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 25-300mm (12.0x) | 25-224mm (9.0x) |
Maximal aperture | f/2.8-5.9 | f/3.3-6.3 |
Macro focusing range | 5cm | 5cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen sizing | 3 inches | 2.7 inches |
Screen resolution | 460 thousand dots | 230 thousand dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch functionality | ||
Screen technology | AMOLED display | TFT LCD display |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 8 secs | 2 secs |
Max shutter speed | 1/2000 secs | 1/1600 secs |
Continuous shutter rate | 10.0fps | 1.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual mode | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | - |
Set WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash distance | 3.50 m | 2.80 m |
Flash options | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Fill-in, Slow Sync | Auto, On, Off, Slow Sync, Advanced Flash |
External flash | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (30fps), 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 480fps (176 x 128), 240fps (384 x 288) | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) |
Max video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1280x720 |
Video data format | MPEG-4, H.264 | MPEG-4, AVCHD |
Mic support | ||
Headphone support | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | BuiltIn | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental sealing | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 250g (0.55 lbs) | 122g (0.27 lbs) |
Physical dimensions | 95 x 58 x 26mm (3.7" x 2.3" x 1.0") | 93 x 52 x 22mm (3.7" x 2.0" x 0.9") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light rating | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | - | 240 pictures |
Battery style | - | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | SLB-10A | NP-BN |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Double) | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Portrait 1/2) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/SDHC/SDXC/Memory Stick Duo/Memory Stick Pro Duo, Memory Stick Pro-HG Duo |
Card slots | 1 | 1 |
Launch pricing | $170 | $138 |