Nikon P1000 vs Olympus SZ-12

In this write-up, we will be matching up the Nikon P1000 and Olympus SZ-12, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras by competitors Nikon and Olympus. The resolution of the P1000 (16MP) and the SZ-12 (14MP) is relatively well matched and they come with the same exact sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The P1000 was brought out 6 years later than the SZ-12 and that is quite a significant difference as far as technology is concerned. Each of these cameras offer different body type with the Nikon P1000 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Olympus SZ-12 being a Compact camera.

Before going through a comprehensive comparison, below is a quick summary of how the P1000 matches up against the SZ-12 for portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Here is a preview of the gallery photos for Nikon Coolpix P1000 & Olympus SZ-12. The entire galleries are provided at Nikon P1000 Gallery & Olympus SZ-12 Gallery.

For anybody who is aiming to lug around your camera regularly, you should take into account its weight and dimensions. The Nikon P1000 enjoys outer dimensions of 146mm x 119mm x 181mm (5.7" x 4.7" x 7.1") along with a weight of 1415 grams (3.12 lbs) and the Olympus SZ-12 has dimensions of 106mm x 69mm x 40mm (4.2" x 2.7" x 1.6") with a weight of 226 grams (0.50 lbs).

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Take into consideration, the weight of an ILC will differ dependant on the lens you are working with at that moment. Here is the front view dimensions comparison of the P1000 against the SZ-12.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the P1000 and SZ-12 is 49 and 89 respectively.

Sometimes, it's tough to imagine the contrast between sensor measurements just by checking technical specs. The graphic here might provide you a clearer sense of the sensor sizes in the P1000 and SZ-12.

As you have seen, both cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing albeit different resolution. You can count on the Nikon P1000 to give you greater detail having its extra 2MP. Higher resolution can also help you crop pictures far more aggressively. The newer P1000 provides a benefit when it comes to sensor technology.