Nikon S6000 has a
14.0MP 1/2.3-inch (6.17 x 4.55 mm ) sized CCD sensor and features Expeed C2 processor. On the other hand, Nikon AW100 has a
16.0MP 1/2.3-inch (6.17 x 4.55 mm ) sized CMOS sensor .
Below you can see the S6000 and AW100 sensor size comparison.
Sensor Size and Resolution Comparison image of Nikon S6000 and Nikon AW100 Cameras
Nikon S6000 and Nikon AW100 have the same sensor sizes so they will provide same level of control over the depth of field when used with same focal length and aperture. On the other hand, since Nikon S6000 has 14% larger pixel area compared to Nikon AW100, it has potential to collect more light on pixel level hence have less noise in low light / High ISO images.
Sensor size sets the circle of confusion, so it drives how much depth of field each
of these bodies gives you at a given aperture. You can calculate it exactly for the
Nikon S6000
or the
Nikon AW100 ,
including hyperfocal distance.
