Nikon P600 vs Olympus SZ-10
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Nikon P600 vs Olympus SZ-10 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fully Articulated Screen
- ISO 100 - 6400 (Bump to 12800)
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 24-1440mm (F3.3-6.5) lens
- 565g - 125 x 85 x 107mm
- Launched February 2014
- Replacement is Nikon P610
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 1600
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 28-504mm (F3.1-4.4) lens
- 215g - 106 x 67 x 38mm
- Launched February 2011

Nikon P600 vs Olympus SZ-10 Overview
Here, we will be reviewing the Nikon P600 vs Olympus SZ-10, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras by brands Nikon and Olympus. The image resolution of the P600 (16MP) and the SZ-10 (14MP) is pretty well matched and both cameras offer the identical sensor sizing (1/2.3").

The P600 was launched 3 years after the SZ-10 which is quite a serious gap as far as technology is concerned. Each of these cameras feature different body design with the Nikon P600 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Olympus SZ-10 being a Compact camera.
Before we go straight to a full comparison, here is a concise synopsis of how the P600 scores versus the SZ-10 for portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Nikon P600 vs Olympus SZ-10 Gallery
The following is a preview of the gallery images for Nikon Coolpix P600 and Olympus SZ-10. The complete galleries are available at Nikon P600 Gallery and Olympus SZ-10 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Nikon P600 over the Olympus SZ-10
P600 | SZ-10 | |||
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Launched | February 2014 | ![]() | February 2011 | Newer by 37 months |
Manual focus | ![]() | Very precise focusing | ||
Screen type | Fully Articulated | ![]() | Fixed | Fully Articulating screen |
Screen resolution | 921k | ![]() | 460k | Sharper screen (+461k dot) |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Take selfies |
Reasons to pick Olympus SZ-10 over the Nikon P600
SZ-10 | P600 |
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Common features in the Nikon P600 and Olympus SZ-10
P600 | SZ-10 | |||
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Screen size | 3" | ![]() | 3" | Same screen measurement |
Touch friendly screen | ![]() | Neither offers Touch friendly screen |
Nikon P600 vs Olympus SZ-10 Physical Comparison
If you are planning to travel with your camera often, you'll need to think about its weight and volume. The Nikon P600 offers outer measurements of 125mm x 85mm x 107mm (4.9" x 3.3" x 4.2") with a weight of 565 grams (1.25 lbs) while the Olympus SZ-10 has sizing of 106mm x 67mm x 38mm (4.2" x 2.6" x 1.5") along with a weight of 215 grams (0.47 lbs).
Check the Nikon P600 vs Olympus SZ-10 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you choose at the time. Following is a front view scale comparison of the P600 against the SZ-10.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the P600 and SZ-10 is 65 and 90 respectively.

Nikon P600 vs Olympus SZ-10 Sensor Comparison
Sometimes, it is very difficult to imagine the gap between sensor dimensions merely by reading through a spec sheet. The image here should provide you a better sense of the sensor measurements in the P600 and SZ-10.
Clearly, each of these cameras feature the identical sensor size albeit different megapixels. You should expect the Nikon P600 to give more detail utilizing its extra 2MP. Higher resolution can also help you crop pictures way more aggressively. The fresher P600 provides a benefit when it comes to sensor innovation.

Nikon P600 vs Olympus SZ-10 Screen and ViewFinder


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Nikon P600 vs Olympus SZ-10 Specifications
Nikon Coolpix P600 | Olympus SZ-10 | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | Nikon | Olympus |
Model | Nikon Coolpix P600 | Olympus SZ-10 |
Class | Small Sensor Superzoom | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Launched | 2014-02-07 | 2011-02-08 |
Body design | SLR-like (bridge) | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Chip | - | TruePic III+ |
Sensor type | BSI-CMOS | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor surface area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16 megapixel | 14 megapixel |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | - | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Peak resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 4288 x 3216 |
Highest native ISO | 6400 | 1600 |
Highest enhanced ISO | 12800 | - |
Minimum native ISO | 100 | 80 |
RAW images | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
AF touch | ||
Continuous AF | ||
AF single | ||
AF tracking | ||
AF selectice | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
AF multi area | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detection AF | ||
Contract detection AF | ||
Phase detection AF | ||
Cross focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 24-1440mm (60.0x) | 28-504mm (18.0x) |
Largest aperture | f/3.3-6.5 | f/3.1-4.4 |
Macro focus range | 1cm | 1cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Range of screen | Fully Articulated | Fixed Type |
Screen size | 3 inches | 3 inches |
Screen resolution | 921k dot | 460k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch screen | ||
Screen tech | TFT-LCD with Anti-reflection coating | TFT Color LCD |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | Electronic | None |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 15 seconds | 4 seconds |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/4000 seconds | 1/2000 seconds |
Continuous shutter speed | 7.0fps | 1.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | - |
Custom WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash range | 7.50 m | 7.10 m |
Flash modes | TTL auto flash with monitor preflashes | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Fill-in |
Hot shoe | ||
AE bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (30/25p, 60/50i) 1280 x 720 (60/50/30/25/15/12.5p) 960 x 540 (30/25p) 640 x 480 (120/100/30/25p) | 1280 x 720 (30, 15fps), 640 x 480 (30, 15 fps), 320 x 240 (30, 15fps) |
Highest video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1280x720 |
Video format | MPEG-4, H.264 | Motion JPEG |
Microphone input | ||
Headphone input | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | Eye-Fi Connected |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 565 grams (1.25 lb) | 215 grams (0.47 lb) |
Physical dimensions | 125 x 85 x 107mm (4.9" x 3.3" x 4.2") | 106 x 67 x 38mm (4.2" x 2.6" x 1.5") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light score | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 330 photos | 220 photos |
Form of battery | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery model | EN-EL23 | LI-50B |
Self timer | Yes | Yes (2 or 12 sec) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Storage media | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/SDHC/SDXC |
Storage slots | 1 | 1 |
Cost at release | $750 | $300 |