Nikon P610 vs Olympus SP-100

Here, we are matching up the Nikon P610 and Olympus SP-100, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras by rivals Nikon and Olympus. The sensor resolution of the P610 (16MP) and the SP-100 (16MP) is very comparable and both cameras provide the identical sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The P610 was manufactured 13 months later than the SP-100 making them a generation apart from each other. Both of the cameras feature the same body design (SLR-like (bridge)).

Before delving into a thorough comparison, here is a brief view of how the P610 grades vs the SP-100 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Below is a sample of the gallery pics for Nikon Coolpix P610 and Olympus Stylus SP-100. The entire galleries are available at Nikon P610 Gallery and Olympus SP-100 Gallery.

If you're going to lug around your camera regularly, you'll have to think about its weight and measurements. The Nikon P610 comes with physical dimensions of 125mm x 85mm x 107mm (4.9" x 3.3" x 4.2") along with a weight of 565 grams (1.25 lbs) and the Olympus SP-100 has proportions of 122mm x 91mm x 133mm (4.8" x 3.6" x 5.2") and a weight of 594 grams (1.31 lbs).

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Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you choose at that moment. The following is a front view dimensions comparison of the P610 versus the SP-100.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability rating of the P610 and SP-100 is 65 and 63 respectively.

Generally, it is very tough to picture the contrast in sensor measurements only by seeing specifications. The graphic here might give you a much better sense of the sensor dimensions in the P610 and SP-100.

Plainly, both the cameras come with the identical sensor size and the same exact resolution so you should expect comparable quality of pictures however you might want to take the production date of the cameras into account. The fresher P610 provides a benefit with regard to sensor technology.