Nikon P600 vs Olympus SZ-16 iHS

The following is a comprehensive analysis of the Nikon P600 vs Olympus SZ-16 iHS, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras by competitors Nikon and Olympus. The sensor resolution of the P600 (16MP) and the SZ-16 iHS (16MP) is relatively well matched and both cameras posses the identical sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The P600 was released 14 months after the SZ-16 iHS which makes them a generation away from one another. Each of the cameras feature different body design with the Nikon P600 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Olympus SZ-16 iHS being a Compact camera.

Before we go straight to a full comparison, here is a brief summation of how the P600 scores versus the SZ-16 iHS with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Below is a preview of the gallery photos for Nikon Coolpix P600 & Olympus SZ-16 iHS. The complete galleries are available at Nikon P600 Gallery & Olympus SZ-16 iHS Gallery.

If you're planning to travel with your camera frequently, you are going to need to factor in its weight and dimensions. The Nikon P600 provides outer measurements of 125mm x 85mm x 107mm (4.9" x 3.3" x 4.2") accompanied by a weight of 565 grams (1.25 lbs) while the Olympus SZ-16 iHS has dimensions of 108mm x 70mm x 40mm (4.3" x 2.8" x 1.6") having a weight of 226 grams (0.50 lbs).

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Remember that, the weight of an ILC will vary dependant on the lens you are employing at that moment. Below is a front view over all size comparison of the P600 against the SZ-16 iHS.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the P600 and SZ-16 iHS is 65 and 89 respectively.

Sometimes, it is tough to visualize the difference between sensor dimensions just by checking specs. The image below will help give you a more clear sense of the sensor measurements in the P600 and SZ-16 iHS.

All in all, each of the cameras come with the identical sensor size and the same resolution therefore you can expect similar quality of images though you need to factor the age of the products into consideration. The more recent P600 provides an edge when it comes to sensor technology.