Nikon P950 vs Olympus SP-610UZ

Following is a complete assessment of the Nikon P950 versus Olympus SP-610UZ, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras by manufacturers Nikon and Olympus. The image resolution of the P950 (16MP) and the SP-610UZ (14MP) is very close and they feature the same exact sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The P950 was revealed 9 years after the SP-610UZ which is a fairly large gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Both of these cameras offer different body type with the Nikon P950 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Olympus SP-610UZ being a Compact camera.

Before diving in to a detailed comparison, below is a quick introduction of how the P950 grades vs the SP-610UZ when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Below is a sample of the gallery pics for Nikon Coolpix P950 and Olympus SP-610UZ. The full galleries are viewable at Nikon P950 Gallery and Olympus SP-610UZ Gallery.

For anybody who is intending to carry around your camera, you have to consider its weight and proportions. The Nikon P950 provides physical dimensions 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-610UZ has measurements of 107mm x 73mm x 73mm (4.2" x 2.9" x 2.9") accompanied by a weight of 405 grams (0.89 lbs).

Look at the Nikon P950 versus Olympus SP-610UZ in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you are utilizing at that moment. Below is the front view dimensions comparison of the P950 vs the SP-610UZ.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability score of the P950 and SP-610UZ is 52 and 79 respectively.

Often, it can be hard to picture the gap in sensor sizes merely by looking through a spec sheet. The pic here should give you a better sense of the sensor sizes in the P950 and SP-610UZ.

Clearly, both of these cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing but different MP. You should expect to see the Nikon P950 to render greater detail because of its extra 2MP. Greater resolution will also let you crop images far more aggressively. The younger P950 should have an advantage in sensor technology.