Nikon P7000 vs Olympus SP-610UZ

Here, we will be contrasting the Nikon P7000 vs Olympus SP-610UZ, former is a Small Sensor Compact while the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom by brands Nikon and Olympus. There is a large difference among the resolutions of the P7000 (10MP) and SP-610UZ (14MP) and the P7000 (1/1.7") and SP-610UZ (1/2.3") have different sensor sizing.

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The P7000 was announced at a similar time to the SP-610UZ which means that they are of a similar age. Both cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before getting right into a comprehensive comparison, here is a brief introduction of how the P7000 scores versus the SP-610UZ in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

This is a preview of the gallery images for Nikon Coolpix P7000 & Olympus SP-610UZ. The whole galleries are viewable at Nikon P7000 Gallery & Olympus SP-610UZ Gallery.

For those who are aiming to travel with your camera often, you will have to think about its weight and dimensions. The Nikon P7000 enjoys exterior dimensions of 114mm x 77mm x 45mm (4.5" x 3.0" x 1.8") with a weight of 310 grams (0.68 lbs) and the Olympus SP-610UZ has dimensions of 107mm x 73mm x 73mm (4.2" x 2.9" x 2.9") and a weight of 405 grams (0.89 lbs).

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Bear in mind, the weight of an ILC will differ dependant on the lens you select at that time. Following is a front view proportions comparison of the P7000 against the SP-610UZ.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability score of the P7000 and SP-610UZ is 85 and 79 respectively.

Often, it's tough to visualize the contrast in sensor dimensions just by researching technical specs. The pic underneath may give you a clearer sense of the sensor dimensions in the P7000 and SP-610UZ.

As you have seen, both cameras feature different megapixels and different sensor dimensions. The P7000 with its bigger sensor is going to make shooting shallower DOF easier and the Olympus SP-610UZ will provide you with greater detail with its extra 4 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also help you crop pictures way more aggressively.