- 1/2.3 inch 28.1mm2
- 16.0 megapixels
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25.00mm - 250.00mm (35mm eq.)
- 1/2.3 inch 28.1mm2
- 8.3 megapixels
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15.00mm (35mm eq.)
Differences
Nikon S6200 advantages over Nikon 170
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Less expensive
$230 vs
$400 (MSRP)
Save money for lenses or accessories
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In-Camera Image Stabilization
Yes
vs
No
Reduces the effects of camera shake at slower shutter speeds
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More telephoto lens reach
250 mm
vs
15 mm
Capture objects farther away
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Internal flash
Internal flash
vs
None
Useful in a pinch for fill flash
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Thinner
25 mm
vs
42 mm
Thinner
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More pixels
16.0
vs
8.3 megapixels
Higher resolution photos
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Higher extended ISO
3200
vs
1600 ISO
Higher extended ISO can give more low-light flexibility
Nikon 170 advantages over Nikon S6200
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Waterproof
Yes
vs
No
Take photos underwater without destroying your camera!
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Shoot 4K video
4K (UHD)
vs
No
Make sure you have a fast computer
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In-camera panoramas
Yes
vs
No
Stitches multiple shots into a panoramic photo
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Built-in Wi-Fi
Wi-Fi
vs
None
Share your photos wirelessly
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Built-in Bluetooth
Yes
vs
No
Always-on wireless connectivity
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Newer
8 years
vs
13 years old
Newer cameras often support more advanced features
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More dots on screen
345k
vs
230k dots
Can mean greater resolution or a brighter screen
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Shoots 1080p video
Yes
vs
No
You'll want this if you shoot video
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Shoots 60p video
Yes
vs
No
A faster framerate can give you more editing options
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Wider angle lens
15 mm
vs
25 mm
Capture more of the scene
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Bulb shutter
Bulb
vs
No bulb
Hold the shutter open manually for long exposures
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Slow-motion videos
Yes
vs
No
Shoot slow-motion videos
Similarities
Common Weaknesses
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Focus peaking
Neither provide
Your camera will highlight what's in focus
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Tilt-swivel screen
Neither provide
Tilt and swivel the screen for maximum shooting flexibility
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Eye-level viewfinder
Neither provide
You'll be able to frame photos even when the sun is out
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Touchscreen
Neither provide
Interact with your camera just like your smartphone
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Tiltable Screen
Neither provide
Tilt the screen for shooting flexbility
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RAW file ability
Neither provide
Gives you more flexibility to develop your photos later
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Built-in GPS
Neither provide
Geotag your photos
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On-sensor phase detect
Neither provide
Usually improves live view and video AF performance
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Manual focus
Neither provide
AF is for the weak. Real photographers focus manually.
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Integrated ND filter
Neither provide
Shoot in daylight with a large aperture or slow shutter
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External Mic Jack
Neither provide
Improved sound fidelity when shooting video
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Hot shoe
Neither provide
Off-camera flashes open new possibilities
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Headphone jack
Neither provide
Monitor audio recording while you shoot video
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The Competition
Compared to Fujifilm JZ500
Nikon
S6200
Fujifilm
JZ500
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HDMI out
-
Wider angle lens
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Waterproof
-
Shoot 4K video
Compared to Nokia N8
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Larger sensor
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Touchscreen
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Less expensive
-
Waterproof
-
Larger sensor
-
Touchscreen
Compared to Samsung Galaxy S II
Nikon
S6200
Samsung
Galaxy S II
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Less expensive
-
Larger sensor
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Larger lens aperture
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Built-in Wi-Fi
Nikon
170
Samsung
Galaxy S II
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Less expensive
-
Waterproof
Compared to Nikon S6400
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Touchscreen
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Built-in Wi-Fi