Nikon B700 vs Olympus SP-600 UZ

Below is a in depth analysis of the Nikon B700 versus Olympus SP-600 UZ, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras by rivals Nikon and Olympus. There is a huge difference among the resolutions of the B700 (20MP) and SP-600 UZ (12MP) but both cameras provide the identical sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The B700 was manufactured 6 years later than the SP-600 UZ and that is a fairly significant gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Each of these cameras feature different body design with the Nikon B700 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Olympus SP-600 UZ being a Compact camera.

Before delving right into a more detailed comparison, here is a simple highlight of how the B700 grades vs the SP-600 UZ in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

The following is a preview of the gallery photos for Nikon Coolpix B700 and Olympus SP-600 UZ. The entire galleries are provided at Nikon B700 Gallery and Olympus SP-600 UZ Gallery.

If you're aiming to lug around your camera often, you have to factor its weight and measurements. The Nikon B700 features external dimensions of 125mm x 85mm x 107mm (4.9" x 3.3" x 4.2") accompanied by a weight of 565 grams (1.25 lbs) and the Olympus SP-600 UZ has proportions of 110mm x 90mm x 91mm (4.3" x 3.5" x 3.6") and a weight of 455 grams (1.00 lbs).

Compare the Nikon B700 versus Olympus SP-600 UZ in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you have chosen at the time. Here is a front view physical size comparison of the B700 and the SP-600 UZ.

Considering size and weight, the portability rating of the B700 and SP-600 UZ is 65 and 69 respectively.

Generally, it is very tough to envision the gap in sensor measurements purely by researching a spec sheet. The visual below will give you a far better sense of the sensor dimensions in the B700 and SP-600 UZ.

Clearly, both the cameras feature the identical sensor size albeit not the same resolution. You should count on the Nikon B700 to provide you with greater detail due to its extra 8MP. Higher resolution will help you crop shots way more aggressively. The newer B700 will have a benefit when it comes to sensor technology.