Nikon S1000pj vs Olympus SZ-16 iHS

Its time to look a little more closely at the Nikon S1000pj vs Olympus SZ-16 iHS, one is a Small Sensor Compact and the other is a Small Sensor Superzoom by brands Nikon and Olympus. There exists a huge gap between the image resolutions of the S1000pj (12MP) and SZ-16 iHS (16MP) but both cameras have the identical sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The S1000pj was introduced 4 years earlier than the SZ-16 iHS which is quite a significant gap as far as technology is concerned. Both of these cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before diving straight to a in-depth comparison, here is a simple overview of how the S1000pj scores against the SZ-16 iHS in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Here is a sample of the gallery pics for Nikon Coolpix S1000pj and Olympus SZ-16 iHS. The whole galleries are viewable at Nikon S1000pj Gallery and Olympus SZ-16 iHS Gallery.

When you are aiming to carry around your camera regularly, you'll have to consider its weight and volume. The Nikon S1000pj provides exterior dimensions of 96mm x 62mm x 23mm (3.8" x 2.4" x 0.9") and a weight of 175 grams (0.39 lbs) and the Olympus SZ-16 iHS has sizing of 108mm x 70mm x 40mm (4.3" x 2.8" x 1.6") accompanied by a weight of 226 grams (0.50 lbs).

Analyze the Nikon S1000pj vs Olympus SZ-16 iHS in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you are utilizing during that time. The following is a front view size comparison of the S1000pj versus the SZ-16 iHS.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the S1000pj and SZ-16 iHS is 94 and 89 respectively.

Quite often, its tough to imagine the difference between sensor sizes simply by reading technical specs. The image below might provide you a much better sense of the sensor sizes in the S1000pj and SZ-16 iHS.

As you have seen, each of these cameras come with the identical sensor size but different MP. You should expect to see the Olympus SZ-16 iHS to deliver greater detail using its extra 4 Megapixels. Greater resolution will allow you to crop images a good deal more aggressively. The more aged S1000pj is going to be disadvantaged in sensor innovation.