Nikon P500 vs Olympus 1s

On this page, we will be looking at the Nikon P500 vs Olympus 1s, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras by manufacturers Nikon and Olympus. The resolution of the P500 (12MP) and the 1s (12MP) is pretty similar but the P500 (1/2.3") and 1s (1/1.7") offer different sensor measurements.

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The P500 was launched 5 years earlier than the 1s which is quite a significant difference as far as technology is concerned. Each of these cameras have the same body design (SLR-like (bridge)).

Before going right into a complete comparison, here is a concise view of how the P500 grades versus the 1s with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

The following is a preview of the gallery images for Nikon Coolpix P500 & Olympus Stylus 1s. The complete galleries are available at Nikon P500 Gallery & Olympus 1s Gallery.

When you are aiming to travel with your camera often, you need to factor in its weight and size. The Nikon P500 comes with physical dimensions of 116mm x 84mm x 103mm (4.6" x 3.3" x 4.1") with a weight of 494 grams (1.09 lbs) and the Olympus 1s has specifications of 116mm x 87mm x 57mm (4.6" x 3.4" x 2.2") along with a weight of 402 grams (0.89 lbs).

Look at the Nikon P500 vs Olympus 1s in our completely new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Keep in mind, the weight of an ILC will differ dependant on the lens you use at that time. Below is a front view dimensions comparison of the P500 versus the 1s.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability score of the P500 and 1s is 67 and 79 respectively.

More often than not, its tough to imagine the gap between sensor dimensions simply by reviewing specs. The picture below may provide you a clearer sense of the sensor sizes in the P500 and 1s.

As you can plainly see, both of the cameras provide the same megapixel count albeit different sensor dimensions. The P500 offers the tinier sensor which should make obtaining shallow depth of field more difficult. The more aged P500 is going to be behind in sensor technology.