Nikon P520 vs Olympus SP-100
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![Nikon Coolpix P520 front Nikon Coolpix P520 front](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/cameras/gallery/medium/Nikon-Coolpix-P520/Nikon-P520-front.jpg)
![Olympus Stylus SP-100 front Olympus Stylus SP-100 front](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/cameras/gallery/medium/Olympus-Stylus-SP-100/Olympus-SP-100-front.jpg)
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Nikon P520 vs Olympus SP-100 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 18MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3.2" Fully Articulated Screen
- ISO 80 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 24-1000mm (F3.0-5.9) lens
- 550g - 125 x 84 x 102mm
- Announced January 2013
- Older Model is Nikon P510
- Newer Model is Nikon P530
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 125 - 6400 (Increase to 12800)
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 24-1200mm (F2.9-6.5) lens
- 594g - 122 x 91 x 133mm
- Introduced January 2014
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Nikon P520 vs Olympus SP-100 Overview
Let's examine more closely at the Nikon P520 versus Olympus SP-100, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras by competitors Nikon and Olympus. The sensor resolution of the P520 (18MP) and the SP-100 (16MP) is relatively similar and they use the same exact sensor sizes (1/2.3").
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The P520 was announced 12 months earlier than the SP-100 which means that they are both of a similar generation. The two cameras offer the identical body type (SLR-like (bridge)).
Before we go in to a in depth comparison, below is a brief view of how the P520 scores vs the SP-100 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.
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Nikon P520 vs Olympus SP-100 Gallery
Following is a preview of the gallery photos for Nikon Coolpix P520 and Olympus Stylus SP-100. The whole galleries are available at Nikon P520 Gallery and Olympus SP-100 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Nikon P520 over the Olympus SP-100
P520 | SP-100 | |||
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Screen type | Fully Articulated | ![]() | Fixed | Fully Articulating screen |
Screen sizing | 3.2" | ![]() | 3" | Bigger screen (+0.2") |
Screen resolution | 921k | ![]() | 460k | Sharper screen (+461k dot) |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Easy selfies |
Reasons to pick Olympus SP-100 over the Nikon P520
SP-100 | P520 | |||
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Introduced | January 2014 | ![]() | January 2013 | Fresher by 12 months |
Common features in the Nikon P520 and Olympus SP-100
P520 | SP-100 | |||
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Focus manually | ![]() | Dial exact focus | ||
Touch screen | ![]() | Neither provides Touch screen |
Nikon P520 vs Olympus SP-100 Physical Comparison
For anyone who is going to carry your camera frequently, you are going to need to factor its weight and measurements. The Nikon P520 provides external dimensions of 125mm x 84mm x 102mm (4.9" x 3.3" x 4.0") along with a weight of 550 grams (1.21 lbs) and the Olympus SP-100 has proportions of 122mm x 91mm x 133mm (4.8" x 3.6" x 5.2") having a weight of 594 grams (1.31 lbs).
Analyze the Nikon P520 versus Olympus SP-100 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.![Camera Size Comparison with Lenses Camera Size Comparison with Lenses](https://pxlmag.com/db/assets/camera-size-comparison-animation.gif)
Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you are utilising during that time. Below is the front view dimensions comparison of the P520 and the SP-100.
![Nikon P520 vs Olympus SP-100 size comparison Nikon P520 vs Olympus SP-100 size comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Nikon-Coolpix-P520-vs-Olympus-Stylus-SP-100-size-comparison.jpg)
Considering dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the P520 and SP-100 is 66 and 63 respectively.
![Nikon P520 vs Olympus SP-100 top view buttons comparison Nikon P520 vs Olympus SP-100 top view buttons comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Nikon-Coolpix-P520-vs-Olympus-Stylus-SP-100-top-view-buttons-comparison.jpg)
Nikon P520 vs Olympus SP-100 Sensor Comparison
Typically, it's tough to picture the difference between sensor sizing just by reviewing technical specs. The graphic below will help provide you a clearer sense of the sensor dimensions in the P520 and SP-100.
As you have seen, the two cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing albeit different resolution. You should count on the Nikon P520 to offer you greater detail with its extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also help you crop pictures far more aggressively. The older P520 is going to be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor tech.
![Nikon P520 vs Olympus SP-100 sensor size comparison Nikon P520 vs Olympus SP-100 sensor size comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/sensor-compare/Nikon-Coolpix-P520-vs-Olympus-Stylus-SP-100-sensor-size-comparison.png)
Nikon P520 vs Olympus SP-100 Screen and ViewFinder
![Nikon P520 vs Olympus SP-100 Screen and Viewfinder comparison Nikon P520 vs Olympus SP-100 Screen and Viewfinder comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Nikon-Coolpix-P520-vs-Olympus-Stylus-SP-100-screen-back-comparison.jpg)
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Photography Type Scores
Portrait Comparison
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Street Comparison
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Sports Comparison
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Travel Comparison
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Landscape Comparison
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Vlogging Comparison
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Nikon P520 vs Olympus SP-100 Specifications
Nikon Coolpix P520 | Olympus Stylus SP-100 | |
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General Information | ||
Make | Nikon | Olympus |
Model type | Nikon Coolpix P520 | Olympus Stylus SP-100 |
Type | Small Sensor Superzoom | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Announced | 2013-01-29 | 2014-01-29 |
Physical type | SLR-like (bridge) | SLR-like (bridge) |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | BSI-CMOS | BSI-CMOS |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 6.16 x 4.62mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor surface area | 28.5mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 18 megapixel | 16 megapixel |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | - | 4:3 |
Peak resolution | 4896 x 3672 | 4608 x 3456 |
Highest native ISO | 3200 | 6400 |
Highest enhanced ISO | - | 12800 |
Minimum native ISO | 80 | 125 |
RAW data | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch to focus | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detection focus | ||
Contract detection focus | ||
Phase detection focus | ||
Total focus points | 9 | - |
Cross type focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens support | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 24-1000mm (41.7x) | 24-1200mm (50.0x) |
Maximum aperture | f/3.0-5.9 | f/2.9-6.5 |
Macro focusing distance | 1cm | 1cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fully Articulated | Fixed Type |
Screen sizing | 3.2" | 3" |
Resolution of screen | 921k dots | 460k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch display | ||
Screen tech | TFT-LCD with Anti-reflection coating | TFT LCD |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | Electronic | Electronic |
Viewfinder resolution | - | 920k dots |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 8 seconds | 30 seconds |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/4000 seconds | 1/1700 seconds |
Continuous shutter rate | 7.0 frames/s | 7.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual mode | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Change white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash options | - | Auto, Red Eye Reduction, Fill-in, Off |
External flash | ||
AEB | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 | 1920 x 1080 (60p, 30p), 1280 x 720 (60p), 640 x 480 (30 fps) |
Highest video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1920x1080 |
Video data format | - | H.264 |
Microphone port | ||
Headphone port | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Optional | Optional |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | none | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | BuiltIn | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental sealing | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 550 gr (1.21 lb) | 594 gr (1.31 lb) |
Dimensions | 125 x 84 x 102mm (4.9" x 3.3" x 4.0") | 122 x 91 x 133mm (4.8" x 3.6" x 5.2") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light rating | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 200 shots | 330 shots |
Battery type | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | EN-EL5 | LI-92B |
Self timer | - | Yes (2 or 12 secs, custom) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/SDHC/SDXC, internal |
Card slots | 1 | 1 |
Launch cost | $380 | $400 |