Nikon B700 vs Olympus SZ-12

Let's look more in depth at the Nikon B700 vs Olympus SZ-12, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras by companies Nikon and Olympus. There is a noticeable difference among the image resolutions of the B700 (20MP) and SZ-12 (14MP) but both cameras provide the same sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The B700 was announced 4 years later than the SZ-12 and that is a fairly sizable difference as far as camera tech is concerned. Each of these cameras have different body design with the Nikon B700 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Olympus SZ-12 being a Compact camera.

Before we go right into a more detailed comparison, here is a brief highlight of how the B700 grades versus the SZ-12 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Below is a preview of the gallery photos for Nikon Coolpix B700 & Olympus SZ-12. The whole galleries are available at Nikon B700 Gallery & Olympus SZ-12 Gallery.

For anyone who is planning to lug around your camera frequently, you will need to think about its weight and measurements. The Nikon B700 features outer measurements of 125mm x 85mm x 107mm (4.9" x 3.3" x 4.2") having a weight of 565 grams (1.25 lbs) whilst the Olympus SZ-12 has proportions of 106mm x 69mm x 40mm (4.2" x 2.7" x 1.6") along with a weight of 226 grams (0.50 lbs).

Take a look at the Nikon B700 vs Olympus SZ-12 in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Always remember, the weight of an ILC will differ depending on the lens you select at that time. Underneath is a front view sizing comparison of the B700 compared to the SZ-12.

Using size and weight, the portability score of the B700 and SZ-12 is 65 and 89 respectively.

Usually, it's tough to see the gap in sensor measurements purely by viewing technical specs. The photograph here will give you a far better sense of the sensor measurements in the B700 and SZ-12.

As you have seen, both of these cameras have the same sensor dimensions albeit not the same MP. You can count on the Nikon B700 to render extra detail with its extra 6MP. Higher resolution will also make it easier to crop shots a bit more aggressively. The more modern B700 is going to have an edge in sensor innovation.