Nikon P520 vs Olympus SH-50

On this page, we will be analyzing the Nikon P520 versus Olympus SH-50, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras by manufacturers Nikon and Olympus. The resolution of the P520 (18MP) and the SH-50 (16MP) is relatively well matched and both cameras offer the same sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The P520 was launched within a month of the SH-50 which means that they are of a similar age. Each of the cameras have different body design with the Nikon P520 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Olympus SH-50 being a Compact camera.

Before going into a detailed comparison, here is a simple summation of how the P520 scores versus the SH-50 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Following is a preview of the gallery photos for Nikon Coolpix P520 & Olympus SH-50. The complete galleries are available at Nikon P520 Gallery & Olympus SH-50 Gallery.

For those who are aiming to carry around your camera often, you have to factor its weight and dimensions. The Nikon P520 provides outside dimensions of 125mm x 84mm x 102mm (4.9" x 3.3" x 4.0") and a weight of 550 grams (1.21 lbs) and the Olympus SH-50 has dimensions of 112mm x 63mm x 42mm (4.4" x 2.5" x 1.7") with a weight of 269 grams (0.59 lbs).

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Don't forget, the weight of an ILC will change based on the lens you have at that time. Here is a front view physical size comparison of the P520 versus the SH-50.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability grade of the P520 and SH-50 is 66 and 88 respectively.

Usually, it is hard to envision the gap between sensor sizes simply by checking specifications. The picture underneath will help give you a much better sense of the sensor dimensions in the P520 and SH-50.

Plainly, the 2 cameras provide the same sensor dimensions albeit not the same megapixels. You can count on the Nikon P520 to give extra detail utilizing its extra 2MP. Higher resolution will also enable you to crop shots more aggressively.