Nikon P600 vs Olympus SZ-30MR

Here, we will be evaluating the Nikon P600 vs Olympus SZ-30MR, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras by manufacturers Nikon and Olympus. The sensor resolution of the P600 (16MP) and the SZ-30MR (16MP) is relatively close and both cameras offer the identical sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The P600 was announced 2 years after the SZ-30MR which is a fairly sizable difference as far as camera tech is concerned. Each of the cameras feature different body design with the Nikon P600 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Olympus SZ-30MR being a Compact camera.

Before we go right into a in-depth comparison, here is a quick synopsis of how the P600 grades against the SZ-30MR for portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

This is a preview of the gallery photos for Nikon Coolpix P600 & Olympus SZ-30MR. The whole galleries are provided at Nikon P600 Gallery & Olympus SZ-30MR Gallery.

If you are planning to carry around your camera, you will have to factor in its weight and volume. The Nikon P600 provides external measurements of 125mm x 85mm x 107mm (4.9" x 3.3" x 4.2") having a weight of 565 grams (1.25 lbs) while the Olympus SZ-30MR has sizing of 106mm x 69mm x 40mm (4.2" x 2.7" x 1.6") with a weight of 226 grams (0.50 lbs).

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Take into consideration, the weight of an ILC will differ based on the lens you are employing at that moment. Here is a front view physical size comparison of the P600 and the SZ-30MR.

Considering size and weight, the portability rating of the P600 and SZ-30MR is 65 and 89 respectively.

Often, it can be difficult to imagine the contrast in sensor sizes only by looking through a spec sheet. The image below may give you a stronger sense of the sensor sizing in the P600 and SZ-30MR.

Clearly, both of those cameras feature the identical sensor size and the exact same megapixels therefore you can expect comparable quality of photographs but you might want to take the age of the cameras into account. The newer P600 provides an advantage with regard to sensor technology.