Nikon P600 vs Olympus SP-820UZ

Here is a thorough analysis of the Nikon P600 and Olympus SP-820UZ, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras by rivals Nikon and Olympus. The image resolution of the P600 (16MP) and the SP-820UZ (14MP) is very well matched and both cameras have the identical sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The P600 was announced 18 months later than the SP-820UZ making them a generation apart from each other. Both of the cameras feature different body design with the Nikon P600 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Olympus SP-820UZ being a Compact camera.

Before diving straight to a thorough comparison, here is a simple view of how the P600 matches up against the SP-820UZ with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

The following is a sample of the gallery pics for Nikon Coolpix P600 and Olympus Stylus SP-820UZ. The whole galleries are available at Nikon P600 Gallery and Olympus SP-820UZ Gallery.

For those who are planning to carry your camera frequently, you should factor its weight and dimensions. The Nikon P600 has got outer measurements of 125mm x 85mm x 107mm (4.9" x 3.3" x 4.2") and a weight of 565 grams (1.25 lbs) while the Olympus SP-820UZ has dimensions of 117mm x 78mm x 93mm (4.6" x 3.1" x 3.7") along with a weight of 485 grams (1.07 lbs).

Compare the Nikon P600 and Olympus SP-820UZ in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you have attached during that time. Below is a front view scale comparison of the P600 compared to the SP-820UZ.

Using size and weight, the portability rating of the P600 and SP-820UZ is 65 and 69 respectively.

Oftentimes, it is hard to see the gap between sensor sizing purely by checking technical specs. The photograph underneath should give you a stronger sense of the sensor measurements in the P600 and SP-820UZ.

As you have seen, both of these cameras feature the identical sensor size but not the same MP. You should expect to see the Nikon P600 to give you greater detail with its extra 2 Megapixels. Greater resolution can also help you crop photos way more aggressively. The younger P600 is going to have a benefit with regard to sensor technology.