Nikon B500 vs Olympus SZ-12

Let's look a bit more closely at the Nikon B500 and Olympus SZ-12, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras by brands Nikon and Olympus. The image resolution of the B500 (16MP) and the SZ-12 (14MP) is relatively similar and both cameras offer the identical sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The B500 was released 4 years later than the SZ-12 and that is quite a big gap as far as tech is concerned. Each of the cameras feature different body design with the Nikon B500 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Olympus SZ-12 being a Compact camera.

Before diving into a detailed comparison, here is a simple summary of how the B500 grades vs the SZ-12 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Following is a preview of the gallery photos for Nikon Coolpix B500 and Olympus SZ-12. The complete galleries are available at Nikon B500 Gallery and Olympus SZ-12 Gallery.

In case you're intending to carry your camera, you're going to have to consider its weight and proportions. The Nikon B500 provides exterior measurements of 114mm x 78mm x 95mm (4.5" x 3.1" x 3.7") having a weight of 541 grams (1.19 lbs) whilst the Olympus SZ-12 has measurements of 106mm x 69mm x 40mm (4.2" x 2.7" x 1.6") having a weight of 226 grams (0.50 lbs).

See the Nikon B500 and Olympus SZ-12 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you are utilising during that time. Underneath is a front view size comparison of the B500 against the SZ-12.

Considering size and weight, the portability rating of the B500 and SZ-12 is 68 and 89 respectively.

In many cases, it's tough to visualize the difference between sensor sizing purely by reading specifications. The visual here might give you a greater sense of the sensor measurements in the B500 and SZ-12.

To sum up, both cameras feature the identical sensor size albeit different resolution. You should count on the Nikon B500 to deliver extra detail as a result of its extra 2MP. Higher resolution will also enable you to crop pictures way more aggressively. The newer B500 should have a benefit when it comes to sensor technology.