Nikon S33 vs Olympus SP-620 UZ

Here, we will be evaluating the Nikon S33 and Olympus SP-620 UZ, former is a Small Sensor Compact while the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom by manufacturers Nikon and Olympus. The image resolution of the S33 (13MP) and the SP-620 UZ (16MP) is pretty comparable but the S33 (1/3.1") and SP-620 UZ (1/2.3") boast different sensor sizing.

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The S33 was announced 3 years after the SP-620 UZ which is a fairly large difference as far as camera tech is concerned. Both the cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before we go straight to a more detailed comparison, here is a simple overview of how the S33 matches up vs the SP-620 UZ with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Here is a preview of the gallery images for Nikon Coolpix S33 & Olympus SP-620 UZ. The whole galleries are available at Nikon S33 Gallery & Olympus SP-620 UZ Gallery.

If you're aiming to travel with your camera often, you'll have to consider its weight and volume. The Nikon S33 enjoys physical dimensions of 110mm x 66mm x 27mm (4.3" x 2.6" x 1.1") having a weight of 221 grams (0.49 lbs) whilst the Olympus SP-620 UZ has sizing of 110mm x 74mm x 74mm (4.3" x 2.9" x 2.9") with a weight of 435 grams (0.96 lbs).

Contrast the Nikon S33 and Olympus SP-620 UZ in our completely new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Don't forget, the weight of an ILC will vary based on the lens you are utilising at the time. Following is a front view proportions comparison of the S33 vs the SP-620 UZ.

Using size and weight, the portability score of the S33 and SP-620 UZ is 91 and 78 respectively.

Usually, its tough to picture the contrast in sensor dimensions just by going through specifications. The picture here should offer you a clearer sense of the sensor dimensions in the S33 and SP-620 UZ.

Plainly, the 2 cameras feature different megapixels and different sensor dimensions. The S33 using its smaller sensor is going to make getting bokeh tougher and the Olympus SP-620 UZ will show more detail with its extra 3MP. Higher resolution will let you crop shots way more aggressively. The younger S33 should have an edge with regard to sensor tech.