Nikon P610 vs Olympus SZ-12

On this page, we are matching up the Nikon P610 versus Olympus SZ-12, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras by manufacturers Nikon and Olympus. The resolution of the P610 (16MP) and the SZ-12 (14MP) is fairly well matched and both cameras boast the same sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The P610 was revealed 3 years later than the SZ-12 and that is quite a significant difference as far as tech is concerned. Both of these cameras have different body design with the Nikon P610 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Olympus SZ-12 being a Compact camera.

Before getting straight to a more detailed comparison, here is a simple introduction of how the P610 grades vs the SZ-12 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Nikon Coolpix P610 & Olympus SZ-12. The full galleries are provided at Nikon P610 Gallery & Olympus SZ-12 Gallery.

In case you're planning to lug around your camera often, you will need to factor in its weight and proportions. The Nikon P610 enjoys outside measurements of 125mm x 85mm x 107mm (4.9" x 3.3" x 4.2") and a weight of 565 grams (1.25 lbs) whilst the Olympus SZ-12 has measurements of 106mm x 69mm x 40mm (4.2" x 2.7" x 1.6") having a weight of 226 grams (0.50 lbs).

Contrast the Nikon P610 versus Olympus SZ-12 in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Keep in mind, the weight of an ILC will vary depending on the lens you are utilizing at that time. Here is a front view scale comparison of the P610 versus the SZ-12.

Considering size and weight, the portability grade of the P610 and SZ-12 is 65 and 89 respectively.

Often, its tough to picture the difference between sensor measurements simply by looking at specifications. The photograph underneath might provide you a greater sense of the sensor measurements in the P610 and SZ-12.

To sum up, both of these cameras have the same sensor dimensions but different megapixels. You can anticipate the Nikon P610 to resolve more detail because of its extra 2MP. Greater resolution will also make it easier to crop pics a bit more aggressively. The more recent P610 provides a benefit with regard to sensor tech.