Nikon P500 vs Olympus SP-100

Below, we will be evaluating the Nikon P500 versus Olympus SP-100, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras by competitors Nikon and Olympus. There exists a sizeable gap between the sensor resolutions of the P500 (12MP) and SP-100 (16MP) but they feature the exact same sensor size (1/2.3").

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The P500 was announced 4 years earlier than the SP-100 and that is quite a large gap as far as technology is concerned. Both cameras come with the identical body type (SLR-like (bridge)).

Before going straight into a full comparison, below is a concise summary of how the P500 matches up versus the SP-100 for portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Below is a preview of the gallery photos for Nikon Coolpix P500 and Olympus Stylus SP-100. The whole galleries are viewable at Nikon P500 Gallery and Olympus SP-100 Gallery.

In case you're aiming to carry your camera often, you need to factor in its weight and size. The Nikon P500 has 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) whilst the Olympus SP-100 has specifications of 122mm x 91mm x 133mm (4.8" x 3.6" x 5.2") accompanied by a weight of 594 grams (1.31 lbs).

Contrast the Nikon P500 versus Olympus SP-100 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you are utilising at the time. Below is the front view proportions comparison of the P500 versus the SP-100.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability score of the P500 and SP-100 is 67 and 63 respectively.

Quite often, its hard to visualize the difference between sensor sizing merely by looking at technical specs. The graphic underneath may provide you a better sense of the sensor sizes in the P500 and SP-100.

As you have seen, each of these cameras posses the exact same sensor measurements albeit different resolution. You should count on the Olympus SP-100 to give more detail with its extra 4MP. Higher resolution can also help you crop photographs somewhat more aggressively. The older P500 is going to be behind when it comes to sensor tech.