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 S6500 and Canon G5 X MII side-by-side from the front, back and top in their relative dimensions. Nikon S6500 has external dimensions of and weighs 250 g (0.55 lb / 8.82 oz) (including batteries). Canon G5 X MII has external dimensions of 111 x 61 x 46 mm (4.37 x 2.4 x 1.81″) and weighs 340 g (0.75 lb / 11.99 oz) (including batteries).
Below you can see the front-view size comparison of the Nikon S6500 and the Canon G5 X MII. Nikon S6500 is clearly the smaller of the two cameras. Its body is 16mm narrower, 3mm shorter and 20mm thinner than Canon G5 X MII.
Now lets look at the top view comparison of Nikon S6500 and Canon G5 X MII.
Weight is another important factor, especially when deciding on a camera that you want to carry with you all day.
Nikon S6500 is significantly lighter (90g ) than the Canon G5 X MII which may become a big advantage especially on long walking trips.
Weather Sealing
Unfortunately neither the Nikon Coolpix S6500 nor Canon PowerShot G5 X Mark II 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 S6500 and Canon G5 X MII's LCD screens have the same diagonal size of 3.00 inches.
On the other hand, Canon G5 X MII features a
Tilting screen where you can change the angle of the screen to make it easier to shoot from waist or over-the-head levels whereas the Nikon S6500 has a fixed type screen which provides less flexibility in shooting positions compared to G5 X MII.