Nikon Coolpix S6900 vs Nikon Coolpix S6000

In this comparison, we will evaluate the Nikon Coolpix S6900 and the Nikon Coolpix S6000, highlighting the advantages of each over the other, discussing their pros and cons, shared strengths and weaknesses, and providing a rating based on their available features and specifications to assist you in choosing the one that best suits your needs.

Nikon Coolpix S6900 was introduced in February 2015 and Nikon Coolpix S6000 was introduced in February 2010. Let us first list highlights of the models.

Now that we've looked at the most essential specifications and gained a basic understanding of these cameras, we can delve into more details and see the differences between them.

This section shows those features and specifications which are the reason to choose Nikon Coolpix S6900 over Nikon Coolpix S6000.

This section shows those features and specifications which are the reason to choose Nikon Coolpix S6000 over Nikon Coolpix S6900.

We already listed pros and cons of each model. However, you may also find useful to look at their common strengths and weaknesses shown side-by-side.

Screen

Nikon Coolpix S6900 has a 3.0" Fully Articulated screen with 460k dot resolution and Nikon Coolpix S6000 has a 2.70" Fixed screen with 230k dot resolution. Fully articulated screen makes Nikon Coolpix S6900 selfie and vlogger friendly and generally very useful for video shooting.

Nikon Coolpix S6900 features a 16 megapixel 1/2.3-inch CMOS sensor with dimensions of 6.17 x 4.55 mm and a total area of 28.1 mm². Its native ISO range is 125 - 6,400. Nikon Coolpix S6000 features a 14.2 megapixel 1/2.3-inch CCD sensor with dimensions of 6.17 x 4.55 mm and a total area of 20.7 mm². Its native ISO range is 100 - 3,200.

Nikon Coolpix S6900 can take pictures up to 4608 x 3456 resolution. Nikon Coolpix S6000 is equipped with Expeed C2 processor and can take pictures up to 4320 x 3240 resolution. It can also take pictures with lower resolution like 4224 x 2376, 3264 x 2448, 2592 x 1944, 2048 x 1536, 1024 x 768, 640 x 480 with 4:3, 16:9 aspect ratios.

Image Stabilization

The cameras have a built-in [y] image stabilization.

Built-in Wi-Fi on Nikon Coolpix S6900

Nikon Coolpix S6900 has a built-in Wi-Fi which allows to easily transfer photos and videos from the camera to other Wi-Fi-enabled devices, such as smartphones, tablets, printers, or computers. This eliminates the need for cables and allows for quick and convenient media sharing and social media integration. It gives you the ability to control your camera remotely using a smartphone or tablet. This is particularly useful for taking self-portraits, group shots, or capturing images in challenging conditions without having to touch the camera. Firmware updates can also be downloaded and installed wirelessly.
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NFC on Nikon Coolpix S6900

Nikon Coolpix S6900 has Near Field Communication (NFC) technology which simplifies the process of pairing it with other NFC-enabled devices like smartphones or tablets. It allows to quickly transfer photos and videos or remotely control the camera from compatible device. NFC can also be used for authentication and security purposes. It can verify your identity before accessing certain features or transferring sensitive data. It can be used with NFC-enabled accessories as well, such as lenses, flashes and GPS devices.

USB Inputs and HDMI Outputs

Both models have USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) inputs for data transfer. Nikon Coolpix S6900 has a Micro HDMI and Nikon Coolpix S6000 has an HDMI connector for video signal output.

Battery

Nikon Coolpix S6900 comes with EN-EL19 battery pack with battery life of 180 shots and Nikon Coolpix S6000 comes with EN-EL12 battery pack.

External Storage Slots

Nikon Coolpix S6900 has a single SD/SDHC/SDXC card slot. Nikon Coolpix S6000 has a single SD/SDHC card slot.

Shutter

Shutter speed can go up to 1/4000 sec on Nikon Coolpix S6900, and up to 1/2000 sec on Nikon Coolpix S6000. Nikon Coolpix S6900 can shoot continuously up to 9.0 fps. Nikon Coolpix S6000 can shoot continuously up to 3.0 fps.

Flash

Cameras have built-in flash with maximum range of 2.80 m at Auto ISO on Nikon Coolpix S6900..

Nikon Coolpix S6900 body has dimensions of 99 x 58 x 28 mm (3.9 x 2.28 x 1.1") and Nikon Coolpix S6000 body has dimensions of 97 x 55 x 25 mm (3.82 x 2.17 x 0.98"). Nikon Coolpix S6900 weighs 181 g (0.40 lb / 6.38 oz) and Nikon Coolpix S6000 weighs 156 g (0.34 lb / 5.50 oz).

Nikon Coolpix S6900

Nikon Coolpix S6000

99 mm

58 mm

97 mm

55 mm

58 mm

55 mm