Nikon A1000 vs Olympus SP-610UZ

Below is a extensive overview of the Nikon A1000 and Olympus SP-610UZ, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras by brands Nikon and Olympus. The image resolution of the A1000 (16MP) and the SP-610UZ (14MP) is relatively well matched and both cameras boast the identical sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The A1000 was launched 8 years later than the SP-610UZ and that is quite a serious difference as far as technology is concerned. Both of these cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before we go right into a comprehensive comparison, here is a simple overview of how the A1000 scores vs the SP-610UZ when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Following is a preview of the gallery photos for Nikon Coolpix A1000 & Olympus SP-610UZ. The complete galleries are available at Nikon A1000 Gallery & Olympus SP-610UZ Gallery.

When you are looking to lug around your camera frequently, you are going to need to take into account its weight and proportions. The Nikon A1000 features outside measurements of 114mm x 72mm x 41mm (4.5" x 2.8" x 1.6") with a weight of 330 grams (0.73 lbs) whilst the Olympus SP-610UZ has measurements of 107mm x 73mm x 73mm (4.2" x 2.9" x 2.9") accompanied by a weight of 405 grams (0.89 lbs).

Analyze the Nikon A1000 and Olympus SP-610UZ in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Always remember, the weight of an ILC will change depending on the lens you use at the time. Here is a front view sizing comparison of the A1000 versus the SP-610UZ.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the A1000 and SP-610UZ is 86 and 79 respectively.

Typically, its difficult to imagine the contrast between sensor measurements merely by checking specifications. The visual underneath might offer you a greater sense of the sensor measurements in the A1000 and SP-610UZ.

Plainly, both the cameras come with the identical sensor size albeit different MP. You can count on the Nikon A1000 to give you more detail utilizing its extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also help you crop pictures a good deal more aggressively. The more recent A1000 should have an advantage in sensor technology.