Nikon S30 vs Olympus SP-600 UZ

Below is a extensive comparison of the Nikon S30 versus Olympus SP-600 UZ, one being a Small Sensor Compact and the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom by manufacturers Nikon and Olympus. The sensor resolution of the S30 (10MP) and the SP-600 UZ (12MP) is pretty comparable but the S30 (1/3") and SP-600 UZ (1/2.3") boast different sensor size.

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The S30 was revealed 2 years later than the SP-600 UZ and that is a fairly large gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Each of the cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before we go into a more detailed comparison, here is a concise synopsis of how the S30 grades vs the SP-600 UZ in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

This is a preview of the gallery images for Nikon Coolpix S30 and Olympus SP-600 UZ. The full galleries are viewable at Nikon S30 Gallery and Olympus SP-600 UZ Gallery.

For anyone who is going to lug around your camera often, you will want to consider its weight and measurements. The Nikon S30 enjoys physical measurements of 102mm x 65mm x 40mm (4.0" x 2.6" x 1.6") along with a weight of 214 grams (0.47 lbs) while the Olympus SP-600 UZ has proportions of 110mm x 90mm x 91mm (4.3" x 3.5" x 3.6") accompanied by a weight of 455 grams (1.00 lbs).

Take a look at the Nikon S30 versus Olympus SP-600 UZ in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you select at that time. Underneath is a front view over all size comparison of the S30 versus the SP-600 UZ.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the S30 and SP-600 UZ is 90 and 69 respectively.

Normally, it is very difficult to imagine the difference in sensor measurements only by going through technical specs. The photograph here may offer you a clearer sense of the sensor measurements in the S30 and SP-600 UZ.

As you can tell, both cameras have different megapixel count and different sensor measurements. The S30 using its smaller sensor is going to make achieving shallower depth of field tougher and the Olympus SP-600 UZ will show extra detail because of its extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also allow you to crop pictures a bit more aggressively. The newer S30 should have a benefit when it comes to sensor technology.