Key Features
Feb 10 2015
Announced
16 megapixels
Resolution
| Brand | Nikon |
| Sensor Type | 1/2.3' |
| Sensor | CMOS |
| Weight | 181g |
| MSRP | $229USD |
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Overview of the Coolpix S6900
When it comes to capturing special moments, a good camera is essential. The Nikon Coolpix S6900 is a popular choice for many photography enthusiasts. It offers a range of features, including a 16-megapixel CMOS sensor and 12x optical zoom, which make it the perfect tool to capture beautiful photos and videos. In this blog post, we’ll take a closer look at the Nikon Coolpix S6900 and provide an overview of its key features and functionalities. Whether you’re a beginner or an experienced photographer, this review will help you determine if the Nikon Coolpix S6900 is the right camera for your needs.
Nikon Coolpix S6900 Pros and Cons
Now, we will look more closely at our review of the Nikon Coolpix S6900 camera. We will see what it can do and compare it to other cameras like it. We will tell you what's good about it and what's not so good. This way, you'll know if it's the camera for you!
Pros
Cons
Build and Construction
Body and dimensions
Nikon Coolpix S6900
| Weather sealed | |
| Dimensions | 99 x 58 x 28mm |
| Weight | 181g |
| Thickness | 28mm |
Weather Sealing
The Nikon Coolpix S6900 is not sealed against water and dust, so it's important to be careful when using it in such conditions. If you often shoot in environments with water or dust, it's recommended to check out another camera with weather sealing.
Design and Handling
Main design features
| View Finder | None |
| Screen Type | Fully Articulated |
| Screen Resolution | 460k dots |
| Body type | Ultracompact |
Suitable for:
| Photography | Above Avg. |
| Videography | Above Avg. |
| Travel | Above Avg. |
LCD Screen
This camera has a fully articulated 3.00" screen, with a display resolution of 460k dots. This makes the Nikon Coolpix S6900 very suitable for those looking for a vlogging camera as you can view yourself while shooting selfies. Unfortunately, the camera does not have a touch screen, which may make it less user-friendly.
Viewfinder
Nikon Coolpix S6900 does not include a viewfinder. The lack of a viewfinder on the Coolpix S6900 camera may make it less suitable for outdoor photography in bright conditions.
Image Quality
Nikon Coolpix S6900 has a 16MP sized CMOS sensor. You can shoot at maximum resolution of 16 pixels. Nikon Coolpix S6900 has a native ISO range of 125 - 6400 which can be boosted to null - null.
Key Features
Feb 10 2015
Announced
125 - 6400
ISO Range
| Sensor | 1/2.3' |
| Extended ISO | null - null |
| Max resolution | 4608 x 3456 pixels |
DXO Sensor Scores
Overall
not tested
Color Depth
not tested
Dynamic Range
not tested
Low Light ISO
not tested
DXO mark sensor scores
The DXOmark rankings indicate that the Nikon Coolpix S6900 camera has excellent color depth performance, which refers to the number of colors the sensor can distinguish. Additionally, its dynamic range is also excellent, allowing it to retain high amounts of details in both bright and dark areas of a scene. The camera's low light ISO performance is excellent, which is an important factor to consider if you plan to use it in dimly lit indoor environments or at night. Overall the image quality of the Coolpix S6900 is excellent
Crop Factor
Camera crop factor (or focal length multiplier) refers to how a camera's sensor size affects the apparent field of view of a lens. Crop factor is determined by comparing the size of a camera's sensor to that of a full-frame sensor, which is a standard reference size for camera sensors.
Size comparison
Crop factor calculator
Crop factor
1x
Full frame equivalent
24mm
This camera: 1/2.3'
24mm
Connectivity, storage, battery
| Storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC |
| Battery Life | 180 shots |
| Battery Model | EN-EL19 |
| HDMI | |
| USD | |
| Wireless Connectivity |
Storage
The Nikon Coolpix S6900 supports SD/SDHC/SDXC with 1 slots for storage. This may suffice for everyday use. However, for professional applications such as wedding photography, it is not recommended as a memory card malfunction could lead to the loss of all footage.
Battery
The Nikon Coolpix S6900 uses the EN-EL19 model of battery pack. This is rated for 180 shots shots which is high. If you intend to take photos or record videos for an extended period, it might be a good idea to bring along additional batteries.
Photography Features
Flash
The Nikon Coolpix S6900 has built in flash which is great for event photography and in low light situations. However it lacks an external flash shoe, which limits you to using the built-in flash.
Shutter
The Nikon Coolpix S6900 boasts a maximum mechanical shutter speed of 1/4000s, which is ideal for shooting fast-moving subjects in bright environments, such as in sports photography. Faster shutter speeds enable you to freeze the action and capture every detail, making it easier to get the perfect shot.
With a continuous mechanical shutter speed of n/a or an electronic shutter speed of n/a, this camera is not capable of capturing the perfect moment more easily, making it not as suited for wedding, sports, and wildlife photography. Higher shutter speeds make it easier to capture fast-paced action, ensuring that you never miss the perfect shot.
Autofocus
The Nikon Coolpix S6900 includes contrast detection autofocus (AF), with null number of focus points.
While contrast detection is generally more accurate and precise, phase detection autofocus is faster and more effective in most situations, particularly when photographing moving subjects.
Phase detection autofocus works by dividing the incoming light into pairs and then analyzing how they intersect on the camera's sensor. This method allows the camera to determine not only if a subject is in focus but also the direction and distance needed to adjust the focus to achieve perfect sharpness.
On the other hand, contrast detection autofocus works by analyzing the contrast of an image and adjusting the focus until the highest contrast is detected. While this method is very accurate, it can be slow, especially in low light conditions or when photographing moving subjects.
FAQ
The Nikon Coolpix S6900 features a CMOS sensor
No the Coolpix S6900 does not have weather sealing.
The Nikon Coolpix S6900 was announced on Feb 10 2015
Yes the Coolpix S6900 does have in-body image stabilization that can compensate for camera shake, making it easier to shoot handheld in low light conditions.
The Coolpix S6900 has a native ISO range of 125-6400, which can be expanded to ISO null-null for even greater sensitivity in low light conditions.
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