Nikon B600 vs Olympus SP-100
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Nikon B600 vs Olympus SP-100 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 125 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 24-1440mm (F3.3-6.5) lens
- 500g - 122 x 82 x 99mm
- Revealed January 2019
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 125 - 6400 (Raise to 12800)
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 24-1200mm (F2.9-6.5) lens
- 594g - 122 x 91 x 133mm
- Released January 2014

Nikon B600 vs Olympus SP-100 Overview
Lets look more closely at the Nikon B600 vs Olympus SP-100, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras by manufacturers Nikon and Olympus. The resolution of the B600 (16MP) and the SP-100 (16MP) is relatively well matched and both cameras offer the same sensor size (1/2.3").

The B600 was unveiled 5 years after the SP-100 which is quite a significant difference as far as technology is concerned. Both of these cameras have the same body design (SLR-like (bridge)).
Before delving into a full comparison, here is a simple overview of how the B600 matches up versus the SP-100 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Nikon B600 vs Olympus SP-100 Gallery
Below is a preview of the gallery photos for Nikon Coolpix B600 & Olympus Stylus SP-100. The full galleries are viewable at Nikon B600 Gallery & Olympus SP-100 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Nikon B600 over the Olympus SP-100
B600 | SP-100 | |||
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Released | January 2019 | ![]() | January 2014 | Newer by 61 months |
Screen resolution | 921k | ![]() | 460k | Clearer screen (+461k dot) |
Reasons to pick Olympus SP-100 over the Nikon B600
SP-100 | B600 | |||
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Focus manually | ![]() | Dial precise focus |
Common features in the Nikon B600 and Olympus SP-100
B600 | SP-100 | |||
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Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Screen dimensions | 3" | ![]() | 3" | Equal screen size |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Lacking selfie screen | ||
Touch screen | ![]() | Lacking Touch screen |
Nikon B600 vs Olympus SP-100 Physical Comparison
When you are going to travel with your camera, you'll have to consider its weight and proportions. The Nikon B600 offers exterior dimensions of 122mm x 82mm x 99mm (4.8" x 3.2" x 3.9") accompanied by a weight of 500 grams (1.10 lbs) whilst the Olympus SP-100 has measurements of 122mm x 91mm x 133mm (4.8" x 3.6" x 5.2") accompanied by a weight of 594 grams (1.31 lbs).
Analyze the Nikon B600 vs Olympus SP-100 in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Take into consideration, the weight of an ILC will differ depending on the lens you have attached during that time. The following is a front view over all size comparison of the B600 and the SP-100.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the B600 and SP-100 is 67 and 63 respectively.

Nikon B600 vs Olympus SP-100 Sensor Comparison
More often than not, it is tough to see the gap between sensor dimensions purely by checking specifications. The picture here might give you a better sense of the sensor dimensions in the B600 and SP-100.
To sum up, each of the cameras have the same sensor dimensions and the identical resolution and you can expect similar quality of pictures although you would want to consider the launch date of the products into consideration. The newer B600 will have an advantage when it comes to sensor innovation.

Nikon B600 vs Olympus SP-100 Screen and ViewFinder


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Nikon B600 vs Olympus SP-100 Specifications
Nikon Coolpix B600 | Olympus Stylus SP-100 | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | Nikon | Olympus |
Model | Nikon Coolpix B600 | Olympus Stylus SP-100 |
Type | Small Sensor Superzoom | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Revealed | 2019-01-18 | 2014-01-29 |
Body design | SLR-like (bridge) | SLR-like (bridge) |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | BSI-CMOS | BSI-CMOS |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16MP | 16MP |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3 and 16:9 | 4:3 |
Highest Possible resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 4608 x 3456 |
Maximum native ISO | 6400 | 6400 |
Maximum enhanced ISO | - | 12800 |
Min native ISO | 125 | 125 |
RAW pictures | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Touch to focus | ||
AF continuous | ||
Single AF | ||
Tracking AF | ||
Selective AF | ||
AF center weighted | ||
Multi area AF | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detection AF | ||
Contract detection AF | ||
Phase detection AF | ||
Cross focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 24-1440mm (60.0x) | 24-1200mm (50.0x) |
Max aperture | f/3.3-6.5 | f/2.9-6.5 |
Macro focus range | 1cm | 1cm |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Range of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen diagonal | 3" | 3" |
Resolution of screen | 921 thousand dot | 460 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch display | ||
Screen technology | - | TFT LCD |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | Electronic |
Viewfinder resolution | - | 920 thousand dot |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 1 seconds | 30 seconds |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/4000 seconds | 1/1700 seconds |
Continuous shutter speed | - | 7.0 frames per sec |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | - | Yes |
Custom WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash range | 6.80 m (with Auto ISO) | - |
Flash options | - | Auto, Red Eye Reduction, Fill-in, Off |
External flash | ||
AEB | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 @ 60i, MP4, H.264, AAC | 1920 x 1080 (60p, 30p), 1280 x 720 (60p), 640 x 480 (30 fps) |
Maximum video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1920x1080 |
Video data format | MPEG-4, H.264 | H.264 |
Mic input | ||
Headphone input | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | Optional |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | EN-EL12 lithium-ion battery & USB charger | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environment seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 500g (1.10 pounds) | 594g (1.31 pounds) |
Physical dimensions | 122 x 82 x 99mm (4.8" x 3.2" x 3.9") | 122 x 91 x 133mm (4.8" x 3.6" x 5.2") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light score | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 280 photos | 330 photos |
Battery format | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery model | - | LI-92B |
Self timer | Yes (3 or 10 sec) | Yes (2 or 12 secs, custom) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Storage media | Internal + SD/SDHC/SDXC card | SD/SDHC/SDXC, internal |
Storage slots | One | One |
Launch price | $297 | $400 |