Nikon P950 vs Olympus SP-565UZ

Following is a in-depth analysis of the Nikon P950 vs Olympus SP-565UZ, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras by rivals Nikon and Olympus. There exists a huge gap between the image resolutions of the P950 (16MP) and SP-565UZ (10MP) but they enjoy the exact same sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The P950 was unveiled 11 years after the SP-565UZ which is quite a significant gap as far as technology is concerned. The two cameras come with different body type with the Nikon P950 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Olympus SP-565UZ being a Compact camera.

Before diving in to a detailed comparison, below is a quick summary of how the P950 scores against the SP-565UZ when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

The following is a preview of the gallery photos for Nikon Coolpix P950 and Olympus SP-565UZ. The full galleries are viewable at Nikon P950 Gallery and Olympus SP-565UZ Gallery.

In case you're going to carry around your camera, you will want to factor its weight and dimensions. The Nikon P950 has got outside measurements of 140mm x 110mm x 150mm (5.5" x 4.3" x 5.9") with a weight of 1005 grams (2.22 lbs) and the Olympus SP-565UZ has dimensions of 116mm x 84mm x 81mm (4.6" x 3.3" x 3.2") having a weight of 413 grams (0.91 lbs).

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Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you use at the time. Here is the front view overall size comparison of the P950 vs the SP-565UZ.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability score of the P950 and SP-565UZ is 52 and 72 respectively.

More often than not, it can be difficult to envision the difference between sensor sizes merely by reviewing technical specs. The image here should give you a stronger sense of the sensor sizing in the P950 and SP-565UZ.

As you have seen, both cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements albeit not the same megapixels. You should count on the Nikon P950 to offer you more detail having an extra 6 Megapixels. Higher resolution will let you crop shots much more aggressively. The younger P950 is going to have an advantage in sensor innovation.