Nikon S800c vs Samsung ST6500

Lets take a closer look at the Nikon S800c and Samsung ST6500, one being a Small Sensor Compact and the other is a Ultracompact by companies Nikon and Samsung. The image resolution of the S800c (16MP) and the ST6500 (16MP) is fairly comparable and they use the same exact sensor size (1/2.3").

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The S800c was unveiled 2 years later than the ST6500 and that is a fairly significant gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Both cameras offer different body type with the Nikon S800c being a Compact camera and the Samsung ST6500 being a Ultracompact camera.

Before delving straight into a in-depth comparison, below is a brief introduction of how the S800c matches up vs the ST6500 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Below is a sample of the gallery pictures for Nikon Coolpix S800c and Samsung ST6500. The full galleries are viewable at Nikon S800c Gallery and Samsung ST6500 Gallery.

In case you're looking to carry your camera often, you have to factor in its weight and size. The Nikon S800c has got external dimensions of 111mm x 60mm x 27mm (4.4" x 2.4" x 1.1") along with a weight of 184 grams (0.41 lbs) and the Samsung ST6500 has specifications 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).

Take a look at the Nikon S800c and Samsung ST6500 in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you have attached at that time. Here is the front view measurements comparison of the S800c versus the ST6500.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the S800c and ST6500 is 93 and 99 respectively.

Normally, it's tough to visualise the gap in sensor sizing merely by seeing specs. The photograph here may offer you a more clear sense of the sensor dimensions in the S800c and ST6500.

All in all, each of these cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing and the same MP therefore you should expect comparable quality of photographs although you may want to consider the release date of the cameras into account. The younger S800c will have a benefit in sensor tech.