Nikon B600 vs Olympus SH-50

Its time to examine more closely at the Nikon B600 vs Olympus SH-50, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras by rivals Nikon and Olympus. The image resolution of the B600 (16MP) and the SH-50 (16MP) is relatively similar and they come with the same exact sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The B600 was revealed 6 years later than the SH-50 and that is quite a large gap as far as tech is concerned. Both cameras offer different body type with the Nikon B600 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Olympus SH-50 being a Compact camera.

Before delving through a detailed comparison, below is a concise synopsis of how the B600 matches up against the SH-50 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Here is a preview of the gallery photos for Nikon Coolpix B600 and Olympus SH-50. The full galleries are available at Nikon B600 Gallery and Olympus SH-50 Gallery.

When you are planning to lug around your camera often, you are going to need to consider its weight and proportions. The Nikon B600 comes with outer measurements of 122mm x 82mm x 99mm (4.8" x 3.2" x 3.9") having a weight of 500 grams (1.10 lbs) and the Olympus SH-50 has measurements of 112mm x 63mm x 42mm (4.4" x 2.5" x 1.7") having a weight of 269 grams (0.59 lbs).

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Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you use at the time. The following is the front view dimensions comparison of the B600 compared to the SH-50.

Considering size and weight, the portability rating of the B600 and SH-50 is 67 and 88 respectively.

Oftentimes, it's hard to visualise the contrast between sensor measurements simply by going over specifications. The visual below should provide you a stronger sense of the sensor measurements in the B600 and SH-50.

Plainly, each of these cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing and the same exact resolution and you should expect similar quality of photos although you need to consider the release date of the products into consideration. The newer B600 is going to have a benefit in sensor tech.