Nikon B600 vs Olympus SZ-12

Lets look a bit more closely at the Nikon B600 versus Olympus SZ-12, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras by companies Nikon and Olympus. The resolution of the B600 (16MP) and the SZ-12 (14MP) is relatively similar and they enjoy the same exact sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The B600 was manufactured 7 years after the SZ-12 which is quite a significant difference as far as technology is concerned. The two cameras offer different body type with the Nikon B600 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Olympus SZ-12 being a Compact camera.

Before getting through a comprehensive comparison, below is a simple summation of how the B600 scores versus the SZ-12 for portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Here is a preview of the gallery photos for Nikon Coolpix B600 & Olympus SZ-12. The entire galleries are viewable at Nikon B600 Gallery & Olympus SZ-12 Gallery.

For those who are looking to travel with your camera regularly, you have to think about its weight and size. The Nikon B600 provides exterior measurements of 122mm x 82mm x 99mm (4.8" x 3.2" x 3.9") along with a weight of 500 grams (1.10 lbs) and the Olympus SZ-12 has specifications of 106mm x 69mm x 40mm (4.2" x 2.7" x 1.6") with a weight of 226 grams (0.50 lbs).

Take a look at the Nikon B600 versus Olympus SZ-12 in our completely new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember, the weight of an ILC will change depending on the lens you are using at the time. Underneath is the front view overall size comparison of the B600 against the SZ-12.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the B600 and SZ-12 is 67 and 89 respectively.

Normally, its hard to visualize the contrast between sensor dimensions simply by going over specs. The image here will help provide you a much better sense of the sensor sizing in the B600 and SZ-12.

As you can plainly see, both the cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing albeit different resolution. You can count on the Nikon B600 to offer you extra detail due to its extra 2MP. Higher resolution can also let you crop shots far more aggressively. The more recent B600 should have an edge with regard to sensor technology.