| General | Nikon Coolpix S6900 | Nikon Coolpix S6500 |
|---|---|---|
| Brand | Nikon | Nikon |
| Model | Coolpix S6900 | Coolpix S6500 |
| MSRP | $229.95 | |
| Camera Type | Point & Shoot | Point & Shoot |
| Body Type | Ultra Compact | Standard Compact |
| Video Capture |
| Sensor | Nikon Coolpix S6900 | Nikon Coolpix S6500 |
|---|---|---|
| Sensor Type | CMOS | BSI-CMOS |
| Sensor Size | 1/2.3-inch | 1/2.3-inch |
| Sensor Dimensions | 6.17 x 4.55 mm | 6.17 x 4.55 mm |
| Total Pixels | 16.76 Megapixel | 16.79 Megapixel |
| Effective Pixels | 16 Megapixel | 16.1 Megapixel |
| Low Pass Filter | ||
| Native ISO Range | 125 - 6,400 | 100 - 3,200 |
| Photo | Nikon Coolpix S6900 | Nikon Coolpix S6500 |
|---|---|---|
| Max Image Resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 4608 x 3456 |
| Other Resolutions | 4608 x 3072, 4608 x 2592, 3648 x 2736, 2832 x 2832, 2592 x 1944, 1984 x 1488, 1920 x 1080, 1024 x 768 | |
| Image Aspect Ratios | 4:3 | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2, 16:9 |
| JPEG Quality Levels | Fine, standard | |
| Timelapse Recording | ||
| WB Bracketing |
| Focus | Nikon Coolpix S6900 | Nikon Coolpix S6500 |
|---|---|---|
| Autofocus Modes | Multi-area Center Selective single-point Tracking Single Continuous Face Detection Live View | Multi-area Center Selective single-point Tracking Face Detection |
| Touch-to-Focus | ||
| Live View Autofocus | ||
| Contrast Detection for Autofocus | ||
| Phase Detection for Autofocus |
| Optics | Nikon Coolpix S6900 | Nikon Coolpix S6500 |
|---|---|---|
| 35mm Equivalent Focal Length Range | 25 - 300 mm | 25 - 300 mm |
| Optical Zoom | 12x | 12x |
| Maximum Aperture | f/3.3 - 6.3 | f/2.8 - 5.9 |
| Min Normal Focus Distance | 50 cm | 80 cm |
| Min Macro Focus Distance | 2 cm | 5 cm |
| Image Stabilization |
| Screen | Nikon Coolpix S6900 | Nikon Coolpix S6500 |
|---|---|---|
| Screen Type | Fully Articulated | Fixed |
| Screen Technology | RGBW TFT-LCD | AMOLED display |
| Touch Screen | ||
| Selfie & Vlogger Friendly LCD Screen | ||
| Screen Size | 3.0" | 3.0" |
| Screen Resolution | 460k dot | 460k dot |
| Top LCD Screen | ||
| Live View |
| Viewfinder | Nikon Coolpix S6900 | Nikon Coolpix S6500 |
|---|---|---|
| Viewfinder |
| Shutter | Nikon Coolpix S6900 | Nikon Coolpix S6500 |
|---|---|---|
| Min Shutter Speed | 4 sec | 8 sec |
| Max Shutter Speed (Mechanical or 1st Curtain) | 1/4000 sec | 1/2000 sec |
| Max Continuous Shooting | 9.0 fps | 10.0 fps |
| Flash | Nikon Coolpix S6900 | Nikon Coolpix S6500 |
|---|---|---|
| Built-in Flash | ||
| Flash Modes | Auto On Off Red-Eye Fill-in Slow Sync | |
| Flash Range | 2.80 m at Auto ISO | 3.50 m |
| External Flash Connectivity |
| Exposure | Nikon Coolpix S6900 | Nikon Coolpix S6500 |
|---|---|---|
| Exposure Metering Modes | Multi Center-weighted Spot | Multi Center-weighted Spot |
| Exposure Compensation | ±2 (at 1/3 EV increments) | ±3 (at 1/3 EV increments) |
| Exposure Bracketing |
| Video | Nikon Coolpix S6900 | Nikon Coolpix S6500 |
|---|---|---|
| Video Formats | MPEG-4, H.264 | MPEG-4, H.264 |
| Max Video Resolution | 1920 x 1080 | 1920 x 1080 |
| Unlimited Video Recording |
| Terminals | Nikon Coolpix S6900 | Nikon Coolpix S6500 |
|---|---|---|
| USB Speed | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
| HDMI Output | Micro | |
| Speaker | Mono | Mono |
| Built-in Microphone | Stereo | Stereo |
| Microphone Input | ||
| Headphone Output |
| Connectivity | Nikon Coolpix S6900 | Nikon Coolpix S6500 |
|---|---|---|
| Built-in GPS | ||
| Built-In Wi-Fi | ||
| Built-In Bluetooth | ||
| NFC |
| Environmental | Nikon Coolpix S6900 | Nikon Coolpix S6500 |
|---|---|---|
| Environmental Sealing |
| Physical | Nikon Coolpix S6900 | Nikon Coolpix S6500 |
|---|---|---|
| Dimensions | 99 x 58 x 28 mm (3.9 x 2.28 x 1.1") | 95 x 58 x 26 mm (3.74 x 2.28 x 1.02") |
| Weight (inc. batteries) | 181 g (0.40 lb / 6.38 oz) | 250 g (0.55 lb / 8.82 oz) |
| Box Dimensions (LxWxH) | 6.2 x 5.5 x 3.4" | 6.1 x 5.4 x 3.1" |
| Package Weight | 0.95 lb |
| Power and Storage | Nikon Coolpix S6900 | Nikon Coolpix S6500 |
|---|---|---|
| Battery Pack | EN-EL19 | SLB-10A |
| Battery Life | 180 shots | |
| External Storage | Single Slot: SD/SDHC/SDXC | Single Slot: SD/SDHC/SDXC |
| Other | Nikon Coolpix S6900 | Nikon Coolpix S6500 |
|---|---|---|
| Self Timer | Yes (2 or 10 secs) | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Double) |
| Orientation Sensor | ||
| Sensor Cleaning/Dust Reduction System |
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