Size and weight are big decision factors when you are trying to find the ideal camera for your needs.
In this section, we are going to illustrate the Nikon S6400 and Nikon S6500 side-by-side from the front, back and top in their relative dimensions. Nikon S6400 has external dimensions of 95 x 58 x 27 mm (3.74 x 2.28 x 1.06″) and weighs 150 g (0.33 lb / 5.29 oz) (including batteries). Nikon S6500 has external dimensions of and weighs 250 g (0.55 lb / 8.82 oz) (including batteries).
Below you can see the front-view size comparison of the Nikon S6400 and the Nikon S6500. Nikon S6400 has the same height and width with Nikon S6500. On the other hand, with a thickness of 27mm, it is 1mm thicker.
Now lets look at the top view comparison of Nikon S6400 and Nikon S6500.
Weight is another important factor, especially when deciding on a camera that you want to carry with you all day.
Nikon S6400 is significantly lighter (100g ) than the Nikon S6500 which may become a big advantage especially on long walking trips.
Weather Sealing
Unfortunately neither the Nikon Coolpix S6400 nor Nikon Coolpix S6500 provides any type of weather sealing in their bodies, so you have to give extra care especially when you are shooting outdoors. If weather sealing is a must-have feature for you, check these sections: Top Compact Cameras with Weather Sealing
LCD Screen Size and Features
Nikon S6400 and Nikon S6500's LCD screens have the same diagonal size of 3.00 inches.
Unfortunately, both cameras has fixed screens so they don't tilt or flip in directions.