Nikon S3600 vs Olympus SP-565UZ

In this write-up, we will be reviewing the Nikon S3600 vs Olympus SP-565UZ, one being a Small Sensor Compact and the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom by manufacturers Nikon and Olympus. There exists a crucial gap between the resolutions of the S3600 (20MP) and SP-565UZ (10MP) but they possess the same exact sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The S3600 was released 5 years later than the SP-565UZ and that is quite a serious gap as far as technology is concerned. The two cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before delving in to a thorough comparison, below is a concise highlight of how the S3600 matches up versus the SP-565UZ with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Here is a preview of the gallery photos for Nikon Coolpix S3600 and Olympus SP-565UZ. The complete galleries are provided at Nikon S3600 Gallery and Olympus SP-565UZ Gallery.

In case you're going to lug around your camera often, you'll need to factor in its weight and volume. The Nikon S3600 has got outside measurements of 97mm x 58mm x 20mm (3.8" x 2.3" x 0.8") and a weight of 125 grams (0.28 lbs) while the Olympus SP-565UZ has sizing of 116mm x 84mm x 81mm (4.6" x 3.3" x 3.2") having a weight of 413 grams (0.91 lbs).

Analyze the Nikon S3600 vs Olympus SP-565UZ in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you are utilising at the time. Here is the front view proportions comparison of the S3600 against the SP-565UZ.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability score of the S3600 and SP-565UZ is 96 and 72 respectively.

More often than not, it is hard to imagine the gap between sensor measurements just by going over a spec sheet. The visual below should give you a much better sense of the sensor sizing in the S3600 and SP-565UZ.

Clearly, both of these cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing albeit different MP. You should count on the Nikon S3600 to offer extra detail as a result of its extra 10 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also help you crop shots far more aggressively. The newer S3600 should have an advantage in sensor tech.