Nikon P600 vs Olympus SH-50

On this page, we will be comparing the Nikon P600 vs Olympus SH-50, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras by manufacturers Nikon and Olympus. The resolution of the P600 (16MP) and the SH-50 (16MP) is pretty well matched and both cameras boast the same sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The P600 was unveiled 14 months later than the SH-50 which makes them a generation apart from each other. Both the cameras have different body design with the Nikon P600 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Olympus SH-50 being a Compact camera.

Before going straight to a thorough comparison, here is a short overview of how the P600 grades against the SH-50 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Below is a preview of the gallery images for Nikon Coolpix P600 and Olympus SH-50. The full galleries are viewable at Nikon P600 Gallery and Olympus SH-50 Gallery.

In case you're looking to carry your camera often, you will need to think about its weight and proportions. The Nikon P600 comes with exterior dimensions of 125mm x 85mm x 107mm (4.9" x 3.3" x 4.2") having a weight of 565 grams (1.25 lbs) and the Olympus SH-50 has measurements of 112mm x 63mm x 42mm (4.4" x 2.5" x 1.7") and a weight of 269 grams (0.59 lbs).

Look at the Nikon P600 vs Olympus SH-50 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you are employing at the time. Following is a front view overall size comparison of the P600 versus the SH-50.

Using size and weight, the portability grade of the P600 and SH-50 is 65 and 88 respectively.

Often, it can be difficult to imagine the contrast between sensor sizing simply by checking specs. The visual here should give you a better sense of the sensor dimensions in the P600 and SH-50.

All in all, the 2 cameras have the same sensor dimensions and the exact same MP therefore you should expect similar quality of photos although you will need to factor the production date of the products into consideration. The younger P600 should have a benefit when it comes to sensor tech.