Nikon S6900 vs Samsung ST6500
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Nikon S6900 vs Samsung ST6500 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fully Articulated Screen
- ISO 125 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 25-300mm (F3.3-6.3) lens
- 181g - 99 x 58 x 28mm
- Announced February 2015
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 3200
- 1280 x 720 video
- 26-130mm (F) lens
- n/ag - 102 x 57 x 19mm
- Revealed January 2011
Nikon S6900 vs Samsung ST6500 Overview
Here, we will be evaluating the Nikon S6900 vs Samsung ST6500, both Ultracompact cameras by manufacturers Nikon and Samsung. The sensor resolution of the S6900 (16MP) and the ST6500 (16MP) is pretty comparable and both cameras boast the identical sensor dimensions (1/2.3").
Sora from OpenAI releases its first ever music videoThe S6900 was launched 4 years after the ST6500 which is a fairly significant difference as far as camera technology is concerned. Both cameras feature the same body design (Ultracompact).
Before delving into a comprehensive comparison, here is a simple overview of how the S6900 scores against the ST6500 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.
Nikon S6900 vs Samsung ST6500 Gallery
The following is a preview of the gallery images for Nikon Coolpix S6900 & Samsung ST6500. The complete galleries are available at Nikon S6900 Gallery & Samsung ST6500 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Nikon S6900 over the Samsung ST6500
S6900 | ST6500 | |||
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Revealed | February 2015 | January 2011 | More modern by 50 months | |
Screen type | Fully Articulated | Fixed | Fully Articulating screen | |
Selfie screen | Take selfies |
Reasons to pick Samsung ST6500 over the Nikon S6900
ST6500 | S6900 | |||
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Touch friendly screen | Quickly navigate |
Common features in the Nikon S6900 and Samsung ST6500
S6900 | ST6500 | |||
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Manually focus | No manual focus | |||
Screen size | 3" | 3" | Same screen sizing | |
Screen resolution | 460k | 460k | The same screen resolution |
Nikon S6900 vs Samsung ST6500 Physical Comparison
For anybody who is looking to carry around your camera, you will need to consider its weight and measurements. The Nikon S6900 has got exterior measurements of 99mm x 58mm x 28mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 1.1") accompanied by a weight of 181 grams (0.40 lbs) whilst the Samsung ST6500 has proportions of 102mm x 57mm x 19mm (4.0" x 2.2" x 0.7") along with a weight of n/a grams (0.00 lbs).
Look at the Nikon S6900 vs Samsung ST6500 in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.Remember, the weight of an ILC will change based on the lens you have chosen at the time. Underneath is a front view dimension comparison of the S6900 versus the ST6500.
Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability score of the S6900 and ST6500 is 93 and 99 respectively.
Nikon S6900 vs Samsung ST6500 Sensor Comparison
Sometimes, its hard to imagine the gap in sensor sizes just by seeing a spec sheet. The pic underneath should provide you a clearer sense of the sensor measurements in the S6900 and ST6500.
Clearly, each of these cameras come with the identical sensor size and the same megapixels and you can expect comparable quality of photos though you really should factor the launch date of the cameras into account. The younger S6900 should have a benefit with regard to sensor technology.
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Nikon S6900 vs Samsung ST6500 Specifications
Nikon Coolpix S6900 | Samsung ST6500 | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | Nikon | Samsung |
Model type | Nikon Coolpix S6900 | Samsung ST6500 |
Category | Ultracompact | Ultracompact |
Announced | 2015-02-10 | 2011-01-19 |
Physical type | Ultracompact | Ultracompact |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | CMOS | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.08 x 4.56mm |
Sensor area | 28.1mm² | 27.7mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16 megapixel | 16 megapixel |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Maximum resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 4608 x 3456 |
Maximum native ISO | 6400 | 3200 |
Minimum native ISO | 125 | 80 |
RAW images | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
Touch to focus | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detection autofocus | ||
Contract detection autofocus | ||
Phase detection autofocus | ||
Cross type focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens support | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 25-300mm (12.0x) | 26-130mm (5.0x) |
Max aperture | f/3.3-6.3 | - |
Macro focusing range | 2cm | - |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fully Articulated | Fixed Type |
Screen size | 3 inch | 3 inch |
Screen resolution | 460k dots | 460k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch operation | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 4 seconds | 8 seconds |
Highest shutter speed | 1/4000 seconds | 1/2000 seconds |
Continuous shooting rate | 9.0fps | - |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Change white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash distance | 2.80 m (at Auto ISO) | - |
External flash | ||
AEB | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (60i, 50i, 30p, 25p), 1280 x 720 (30p, 25p), 640 x 480 (30p, 25p) | 1280 x 720 |
Maximum video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1280x720 |
Video format | MPEG-4, H.264 | - |
Microphone port | ||
Headphone port | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | none |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental sealing | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 181 grams (0.40 lbs) | - |
Physical dimensions | 99 x 58 x 28mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 1.1") | 102 x 57 x 19mm (4.0" x 2.2" x 0.7") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around 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 | 180 pictures | - |
Style of battery | Battery Pack | - |
Battery ID | EN-EL19 | - |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 secs) | - |
Time lapse recording | ||
Storage type | SD/SDHC/SDXC | - |
Card slots | Single | Single |
Launch pricing | $190 | - |