Nikon A900 vs Olympus SZ-16 iHS

Here is a in depth analysis of the Nikon A900 vs Olympus SZ-16 iHS, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras by brands Nikon and Olympus. There exists a crucial gap between the image resolutions of the A900 (20MP) and SZ-16 iHS (16MP) but they enjoy the exact same sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The A900 was unveiled 3 years later than the SZ-16 iHS and that is quite a serious gap as far as technology is concerned. Both cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).

Before diving in to a complete comparison, below is a concise introduction of how the A900 matches up versus the SZ-16 iHS in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

This is a sample of the gallery pics for Nikon Coolpix A900 and Olympus SZ-16 iHS. The full galleries are available at Nikon A900 Gallery and Olympus SZ-16 iHS Gallery.

For anyone who is looking to carry your camera regularly, you should factor its weight and size. The Nikon A900 provides outer dimensions of 113mm x 67mm x 40mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 1.6") having a weight of 289 grams (0.64 lbs) and the Olympus SZ-16 iHS has specifications of 108mm x 70mm x 40mm (4.3" x 2.8" x 1.6") and a weight of 226 grams (0.50 lbs).

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Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you select during that time. Following is the front view over all size comparison of the A900 vs the SZ-16 iHS.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability score of the A900 and SZ-16 iHS is 88 and 89 respectively.

Typically, it's tough to visualise the contrast between sensor sizing simply by reading specs. The photograph below might provide you a much better sense of the sensor dimensions in the A900 and SZ-16 iHS.

All in all, each of the cameras posses the exact same sensor measurements but not the same megapixels. You should expect to see the Nikon A900 to offer more detail having an extra 4MP. Greater resolution can also help you crop photos somewhat more aggressively. The younger A900 will have an advantage with regard to sensor technology.