Nikon S3500 vs Olympus SP-800 UZ

Let's take a closer look at the Nikon S3500 versus Olympus SP-800 UZ, one being a Small Sensor Compact and the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom by competitors Nikon and Olympus. There is a sizeable difference between the sensor resolutions of the S3500 (20MP) and SP-800 UZ (14MP) but both cameras boast the identical sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The S3500 was brought out 3 years later than the SP-800 UZ and that is quite a large gap as far as tech is concerned. The two cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before we go straight to a detailed comparison, here is a brief overview of how the S3500 scores against the SP-800 UZ in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

This is a preview of the gallery photos for Nikon Coolpix S3500 and Olympus SP-800 UZ. The entire galleries are viewable at Nikon S3500 Gallery and Olympus SP-800 UZ Gallery.

In case you're going to carry your camera regularly, you will need to factor its weight and measurements. The Nikon S3500 has got outer dimensions of 97mm x 58mm x 21mm (3.8" x 2.3" x 0.8") along with a weight of 129 grams (0.28 lbs) whilst the Olympus SP-800 UZ has proportions of 110mm x 90mm x 91mm (4.3" x 3.5" x 3.6") along with a weight of 455 grams (1.00 lbs).

See the Nikon S3500 versus Olympus SP-800 UZ in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you are working with during that time. Underneath is a front view over all size comparison of the S3500 against the SP-800 UZ.

Considering size and weight, the portability score of the S3500 and SP-800 UZ is 95 and 69 respectively.

Oftentimes, its difficult to see the difference between sensor sizing just by looking at specifications. The graphic below may provide you a clearer sense of the sensor sizes in the S3500 and SP-800 UZ.

To sum up, both cameras feature the identical sensor size albeit not the same resolution. You should count on the Nikon S3500 to give greater detail having its extra 6MP. Higher resolution will let you crop shots way more aggressively. The younger S3500 will have an advantage with regard to sensor innovation.