Nikon P100 vs Olympus 1

In this write-up, we are contrasting the Nikon P100 and Olympus 1, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras by rivals Nikon and Olympus. The image resolution of the P100 (10MP) and the 1 (12MP) is very well matched but the P100 (1/2.3") and 1 (1/1.7") feature different sensor sizes.

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The P100 was unveiled 4 years before the 1 and that is quite a serious gap as far as tech is concerned. Each of the cameras offer the identical body type (SLR-like (bridge)).

Before getting through a detailed comparison, below is a concise introduction of how the P100 matches up vs the 1 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Below is a sample of the gallery pics for Nikon Coolpix P100 and Olympus Stylus 1. The full galleries are viewable at Nikon P100 Gallery and Olympus 1 Gallery.

For anyone who is looking to lug around your camera regularly, you need to factor in its weight and size. The Nikon P100 enjoys external dimensions of 114mm x 83mm x 99mm (4.5" x 3.3" x 3.9") accompanied by a weight of 481 grams (1.06 lbs) whilst the Olympus 1 has specifications of 116mm x 87mm x 57mm (4.6" x 3.4" x 2.2") accompanied by a weight of 402 grams (0.89 lbs).

Take a look at the Nikon P100 and Olympus 1 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you have attached at the time. The following is the front view proportions comparison of the P100 vs the 1.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability rating of the P100 and 1 is 68 and 79 respectively.

Generally, it's hard to visualize the difference between sensor measurements just by checking specifications. The photograph below will offer you a more clear sense of the sensor dimensions in the P100 and 1.

To sum up, the 2 cameras enjoy different megapixel count and different sensor measurements. The P100 using its tinier sensor is going to make getting shallow DOF more difficult and the Olympus 1 will give more detail having an extra 2 Megapixels. Greater resolution will let you crop images far more aggressively. The older P100 is going to be behind with regard to sensor innovation.