Nikon Coolpix S6900 vs Nikon Coolpix S6200

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      Overview

      In this comparison, we will evaluate the Nikon Coolpix S6900 and the Nikon Coolpix S6200, 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 S6200 was introduced in August 2011. Let us first list highlights of the models.

      Nikon Coolpix S6900 Highlights

      • 16 MP 1/2.3-inch CMOS Sensor
      • 125 - 6,400 Native ISO
      • Image Stabilization
      • 3.0" 460k dot Fully Articulated Screen
      • 9.0 fps Continuous Shooting
      • 1920 x 1080 Video Shooting
      • Built-in Flash
      • Built-In Wi-Fi

      Nikon Coolpix S6200 Highlights

      • 16 MP 1/2.3-inch CCD Sensor
      • 80 - 3,200 Native ISO
      • Image Stabilization
      • 2.70" 230k dot Fixed Screen
      • 1.2 fps Continuous Shooting
      • 1280 x 720 Video Shooting
      • Built-in Flash

      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.

      Pros and Cons

      In this section we present pros and cons of Nikon Coolpix S6900 and Nikon Coolpix S6200.

      PROS

      Nikon Coolpix S6900

      Nikon Coolpix S6200

      •   Cheap
      •   Video Capture
      •   6,400 Highest Native ISO
      •   Face Detection
      •   Live View Autofocus
      •   Image Stabilization
      •   Fully Articulated Screen
      •   Built-in Flash
      •   HDMI Output
      •   Built-In Wi-Fi
      •   Light - 181 g (0.40 lb / 6.38 oz)
      •   Orientation Sensor
      •   Video Capture
      •   80 Lowest Native ISO
      •   3,200 Highest Native ISO
      •   Touch-to-Focus
      •   Face Detection
      •   Live View Autofocus
      •   Image Stabilization
      •   Built-in Flash
      •   HDMI Output
      •   Light - 160 g (0.35 lb / 5.64 oz)
      •   Internal Storage
      •   Orientation Sensor

      CONS

      Nikon Coolpix S6900

      Nikon Coolpix S6200

      •   Small Sensor
      •   125 Lowest Native ISO
      •   Timelapse Recording
      •   Low Resolution Screen - 460k dot
      •   No Viewfinder
      •   No External Flash Connectivity
      •   Low Video Resolution - 1920 x 1080
      •   No Microphone Input
      •   No Headphone Output
      •   No Built-in GPS
      •   No Built-In Bluetooth
      •   No Environmental Sealing
      •   Short Battery Life - 180 shots
      •   Small Sensor
      •   Timelapse Recording
      •   0 Cross-type Focus Points
      •   Fixed Screen
      •   Low Resolution Screen - 230k dot
      •   No Viewfinder
      •   Low Max Shutter Speed (Mechanical or 1st Curtain) - 1/2000 sec
      •   Low Max Continuous Shooting - 1.2 fps
      •   No External Flash Connectivity
      •   Low Video Resolution - 1280 x 720
      •   No Microphone Input
      •   No Headphone Output
      •   No Built-in GPS
      •   No Built-In Wi-Fi
      •   No Built-In Bluetooth
      •   No Environmental Sealing
      •   Short Battery Life - 250 shots


      And here are some specifications which fall into average criteria and are neither in PROs nor in CONs category:

      AVERAGE

      Nikon Coolpix S6900

      Nikon Coolpix S6200

      •   Sensor Resolution - 16 Megapixel
      •   Screen Size - 3.0"
      •   Max Shutter Speed (Mechanical or 1st Curtain) - 1/4000 sec
      •   Max Continuous Shooting - 9.0 fps
      •   Sensor Resolution - 16 Megapixel
      •   Screen Size - 2.70"

      Advantage of Nikon Coolpix S6900

      This section shows those features and specifications which are the reason to choose Nikon Coolpix S6900 over Nikon Coolpix S6200.

      Nikon Coolpix S6900 vs Nikon Coolpix S6200
      Higher Native ISO 6,400 vs 3,200
      Selective Autofocus vs
      Single Autofocus vs
      Continuous Autofocus vs
      Reachs More Telephoto 300 mm vs 250 mm
      Greater Optical Zoom 12x vs 10x
      Min Macro Focus Distance 2 cm vs 10 cm
      Screen Type Fully Articulated vs Fixed
      Larger Screen 3.0" vs 2.70"
      Higher Resolution Screen 460k dot vs 230k dot
      Higher Max Shutter Speed (Mechanical or 1st Curtain) 1/4000 sec vs 1/2000 sec
      Higher Max Continuous Shooting 9.0 fps vs 1.2 fps
      Spot Metering vs
      Higher Video Resolution 1920 x 1080 vs 1280 x 720
      Built-in Microphone Stereo vs Mono
      Built-In Wi-Fi vs

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      Advantage of Nikon Coolpix S6200

      This section shows those features and specifications which are the reason to choose Nikon Coolpix S6200 over Nikon Coolpix S6900.

      Nikon Coolpix S6900 vs Nikon Coolpix S6200
      Lower Native ISO 125 vs 80
      Touch-to-Focus vs
      Maximum Aperture at Wide End f/3.3 vs f/3.2
      Maximum Aperture at Tele End f/6.3 vs f/5.6
      Lighter 181 g (0.40 lb / 6.38 oz) vs 160 g (0.35 lb / 5.64 oz)
      Longer Battery Life 180 shots vs 250 shots

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      Common Strengths and Weaknesses

      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.

      STRENGTHS Nikon Coolpix S6900 Nikon Coolpix S6200
        Video Capture
        High Native ISO6,4003,200
        Face Detection
        Live View Autofocus
        Image Stabilization
        Built-in Flash
        HDMI Output Micro Mini
        Light181 g (0.40 lb / 6.38 oz)160 g (0.35 lb / 5.64 oz)
        Orientation Sensor
      WEAKNESSES Nikon Coolpix S6900 Nikon Coolpix S6200
        Small Sensor1/2.3-inch1/2.3-inch
        Timelapse Recording
        Low Resolution Screen460k dot230k dot
        No Viewfinder
        No External Flash Connectivity
        Low Video Resolution1920 x 10801280 x 720
        No Microphone Input
        No Headphone Output
        No Built-in GPS
        No Built-In Bluetooth
        No Environmental Sealing
        Short Battery Life180 shots250 shots

      Screen

      Screen

      Nikon Coolpix S6900 has a 3.0" Fully Articulated screen with 460k dot resolution and Nikon Coolpix S6200 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.

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      Nikon Coolpix S6900 with Fully Articulated screen

      Sensor

      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 S6200 features a 16 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 80 - 3,200.

      Photography Features

      Nikon Coolpix S6900 can take pictures up to 4608 x 3456 resolution. Nikon Coolpix S6200 is equipped with Expeed C2 processor and can take pictures up to 4608 x 3456 resolution. It can also take pictures with lower resolution like 4608 x 2592, 3264 x 2448 , 1600 X 1200, 640 x 480 with 4:3, 16:9 aspect ratios.


      Image Stabilization

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

      Connectivity, Battery and Storage

      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 S6200 has a Mini 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 S6200 comes with EN-EL12 battery pack with battery life of 250 shots.


      External Storage Slots

      Cameras have a single SD/SDHC/SDXC card slot.

      Other Features

      Shutter

      Shutter speed can go up to 1/4000 sec on Nikon Coolpix S6900, and up to 1/2000 sec on Nikon Coolpix S6200. Nikon Coolpix S6900 can shoot continuously up to 9.0 fps. Nikon Coolpix S6200 can shoot continuously up to 1.2 fps.


      Flash

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

      Physical Parameters

      Nikon Coolpix S6900 body has dimensions of 99 x 58 x 28 mm (3.9 x 2.28 x 1.1") and Nikon Coolpix S6200 body has dimensions of 93 x 58 x 26 mm (3.66 x 2.28 x 1.02"). Nikon Coolpix S6900 weighs 181 g (0.40 lb / 6.38 oz) and Nikon Coolpix S6200 weighs 160 g (0.35 lb / 5.64 oz).

      Nikon Coolpix S6900

      Nikon Coolpix S6200

      99 mm

      58 mm

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      93 mm

      58 mm

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      Size comparisons of Nikon Coolpix S6900 and Nikon Coolpix S6200

      Nikon Coolpix S6900 and Nikon Coolpix S6200 for Different Types of Photography

      We give scores to the cameras for six types of photography based on their features and specifications. Let us see how suitable they are for each type of photography.

      Landscape Photography

      Nikon Coolpix S6900

      Nikon Coolpix S6200

      POOR
      49
      •   Small Sensor
      •   Low Resolution Screen - 460k dot
      •   No Built-in GPS
      •   No Environmental Sealing
      POOR
      48
      •   Small Sensor
      •   Low Resolution Screen - 230k dot
      •   No Built-in GPS
      •   No Environmental Sealing

      Sports Photography

      Nikon Coolpix S6900

      Nikon Coolpix S6200

      GOOD
      74
      •   6,400 Highest Native ISO
      •   Face Detection
      •   Image Stabilization
      •   Low Resolution Screen - 460k dot
      •   No Viewfinder
      •   Max Continuous Shooting - 9.0 fps
      •   Short Battery Life - 180 shots
      •   Orientation Sensor
      GOOD
      70
      •   3,200 Highest Native ISO
      •   0 Cross-type Focus Points
      •   Touch-to-Focus
      •   Face Detection
      •   Image Stabilization
      •   Low Resolution Screen - 230k dot
      •   No Viewfinder
      •   Low Max Continuous Shooting - 1.2 fps
      •   Short Battery Life - 250 shots
      •   Orientation Sensor

      Wildlife Photography

      Nikon Coolpix S6900

      Nikon Coolpix S6200

      GOOD
      72
      •   6,400 Highest Native ISO
      •   Image Stabilization
      •   Low Resolution Screen - 460k dot
      •   No Viewfinder
      •   Max Continuous Shooting - 9.0 fps
      •   No Environmental Sealing
      •   Short Battery Life - 180 shots
      •   Orientation Sensor
      AVERAGE
      68
      •   3,200 Highest Native ISO
      •   0 Cross-type Focus Points
      •   Touch-to-Focus
      •   Image Stabilization
      •   Low Resolution Screen - 230k dot
      •   No Viewfinder
      •   Low Max Continuous Shooting - 1.2 fps
      •   No Environmental Sealing
      •   Short Battery Life - 250 shots
      •   Orientation Sensor

      Portrait Photography

      Nikon Coolpix S6900

      Nikon Coolpix S6200

      GOOD
      74
      •   Small Sensor
      •   Face Detection
      •   Image Stabilization
      •   Screen Size - 3.0"
      •   Low Resolution Screen - 460k dot
      •   No External Flash Connectivity
      •   Orientation Sensor
      GOOD
      77
      •   Small Sensor
      •   0 Cross-type Focus Points
      •   Touch-to-Focus
      •   Face Detection
      •   Image Stabilization
      •   Screen Size - 2.70"
      •   Low Resolution Screen - 230k dot
      •   No External Flash Connectivity
      •   Orientation Sensor

      Street Photography

      Nikon Coolpix S6900

      Nikon Coolpix S6200

      EXCELLENT
      87
      •   Small Sensor
      •   Image Stabilization
      •   Fully Articulated Screen
      •   Low Resolution Screen - 460k dot
      •   No Viewfinder
      •   No Built-in GPS
      •   No Environmental Sealing
      •   Light - 181 g (0.40 lb / 6.38 oz)
      EXCELLENT
      86
      •   Small Sensor
      •   0 Cross-type Focus Points
      •   Touch-to-Focus
      •   Image Stabilization
      •   Fixed Screen
      •   Low Resolution Screen - 230k dot
      •   No Viewfinder
      •   No Built-in GPS
      •   No Environmental Sealing
      •   Light - 160 g (0.35 lb / 5.64 oz)

      Travel Photography

      Nikon Coolpix S6900

      Nikon Coolpix S6200

      EXCELLENT
      87
      •   Image Stabilization
      •   Fully Articulated Screen
      •   Low Resolution Screen - 460k dot
      •   Low Video Resolution - 1920 x 1080
      •   No Built-in GPS
      •   No Environmental Sealing
      •   Light - 181 g (0.40 lb / 6.38 oz)
      •   Short Battery Life - 180 shots
      EXCELLENT
      86
      •   Image Stabilization
      •   Fixed Screen
      •   Low Resolution Screen - 230k dot
      •   Low Video Resolution - 1280 x 720
      •   No Built-in GPS
      •   No Environmental Sealing
      •   Light - 160 g (0.35 lb / 5.64 oz)
      •   Short Battery Life - 250 shots

      Evaluations

      We evaluate Nikon Coolpix S6900 and Nikon Coolpix S6200 and give them scores of 64 and 55 out of 100 recpectively. We also give separate scores for 7 different categories according to the available features and specifications some of which are listed below. These evaluations are relative and may change each time a new camera is added to the database.


      Nikon Coolpix S6900

      Nikon Coolpix S6200

      OVERALL
      64
      OVERALL
      55

      Sensor

      Nikon Coolpix S6900

      Nikon Coolpix S6200

      POOR
      51
      •   Small Sensor
      •   Sensor Resolution - 16 Megapixel
      •   125 Lowest Native ISO
      •   6,400 Highest Native ISO
      POOR
      47
      •   Small Sensor
      •   Sensor Resolution - 16 Megapixel
      •   80 Lowest Native ISO
      •   3,200 Highest Native ISO

      Photo

      Nikon Coolpix S6900

      Nikon Coolpix S6200

      AVERAGE
      63
      •   Timelapse Recording
      •   Image Stabilization
      •   Max Shutter Speed (Mechanical or 1st Curtain) - 1/4000 sec
      •   Max Continuous Shooting - 9.0 fps
      •   No External Flash Connectivity
      AVERAGE
      60
      •   Timelapse Recording
      •   Image Stabilization
      •   Low Max Shutter Speed (Mechanical or 1st Curtain) - 1/2000 sec
      •   Low Max Continuous Shooting - 1.2 fps
      •   No External Flash Connectivity

      Video

      Nikon Coolpix S6900

      Nikon Coolpix S6200

      POOR
      46
      •   Image Stabilization
      •   Low Video Resolution - 1920 x 1080
      POOR
      43
      •   Image Stabilization
      •   Low Video Resolution - 1280 x 720

      Focusing

      Nikon Coolpix S6900

      Nikon Coolpix S6200

      GOOD
      80
      •   Face Detection
      •   Live View Autofocus
      GOOD
      79
      •   0 Cross-type Focus Points
      •   Touch-to-Focus
      •   Face Detection
      •   Live View Autofocus

      Screen and Viewfinder

      Nikon Coolpix S6900

      Nikon Coolpix S6200

      GOOD
      72
      •   Fully Articulated Screen
      •   Screen Size - 3.0"
      •   Low Resolution Screen - 460k dot
      •   No Viewfinder
      POOR
      50
      •   Fixed Screen
      •   Screen Size - 2.70"
      •   Low Resolution Screen - 230k dot
      •   No Viewfinder

      Connectivity

      Nikon Coolpix S6900

      Nikon Coolpix S6200

      GOOD
      78
      •   HDMI Output
      •   No Microphone Input
      •   No Headphone Output
      •   No Built-in GPS
      •   Built-In Wi-Fi
      •   No Built-In Bluetooth
      AVERAGE
      55
      •   HDMI Output
      •   No Microphone Input
      •   No Headphone Output
      •   No Built-in GPS
      •   No Built-In Wi-Fi
      •   No Built-In Bluetooth

      Battery, Storage and Physical

      Nikon Coolpix S6900

      Nikon Coolpix S6200

      POOR
      44
      •   No Environmental Sealing
      •   Light - 181 g (0.40 lb / 6.38 oz)
      •   Short Battery Life - 180 shots
      POOR
      43
      •   No Environmental Sealing
      •   Light - 160 g (0.35 lb / 5.64 oz)
      •   Short Battery Life - 250 shots
      •   Internal Storage


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