Nikon B500 vs Olympus SP-620 UZ

Here is a detailed analysis of the Nikon B500 versus Olympus SP-620 UZ, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras by manufacturers Nikon and Olympus. The sensor resolution of the B500 (16MP) and the SP-620 UZ (16MP) is relatively comparable and they use the same exact sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The B500 was introduced 4 years later than the SP-620 UZ and that is a fairly sizable difference as far as camera technology is concerned. Both cameras offer different body type with the Nikon B500 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Olympus SP-620 UZ being a Compact camera.

Before diving through a thorough comparison, below is a short overview of how the B500 matches up against the SP-620 UZ in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

This is a preview of the gallery photos for Nikon Coolpix B500 & Olympus SP-620 UZ. The whole galleries are provided at Nikon B500 Gallery & Olympus SP-620 UZ Gallery.

In case you're planning to carry your camera often, you need to take into account its weight and size. The Nikon B500 enjoys external dimensions of 114mm x 78mm x 95mm (4.5" x 3.1" x 3.7") accompanied by a weight of 541 grams (1.19 lbs) while the Olympus SP-620 UZ has specifications of 110mm x 74mm x 74mm (4.3" x 2.9" x 2.9") accompanied by a weight of 435 grams (0.96 lbs).

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Keep in mind, the weight of an ILC will change dependant on the lens you use at that time. Here is the front view sizing comparison of the B500 vs the SP-620 UZ.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the B500 and SP-620 UZ is 68 and 78 respectively.

Typically, it is difficult to imagine the contrast in sensor sizing just by going through a spec sheet. The photograph underneath will give you a stronger sense of the sensor dimensions in the B500 and SP-620 UZ.

As you can see, both the cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing and the identical resolution so you can expect comparable quality of pictures but you would want to consider the age of the cameras into account. The fresher B500 provides a benefit when it comes to sensor technology.