Nikon S3600 vs Olympus SP-620 UZ
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Nikon S3600 vs Olympus SP-620 UZ Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 20MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 25-200mm (F3.7-6.6) lens
- 125g - 97 x 58 x 20mm
- Released January 2014
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- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 3200
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 25-525mm (F3.1-5.8) lens
- 435g - 110 x 74 x 74mm
- Introduced January 2012
- Earlier Model is Olympus SP-610UZ
Nikon S3600 vs Olympus SP-620 UZ Overview
Below is a complete analysis of the Nikon S3600 and Olympus SP-620 UZ, one being a Small Sensor Compact and the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom by companies Nikon and Olympus. There is a huge difference among the sensor resolutions of the S3600 (20MP) and SP-620 UZ (16MP) but they enjoy the exact same sensor dimensions (1/2.3").
Japan-exclusive Leica Leitz Phone 3 features big sensor and new modesThe S3600 was introduced 2 years later than the SP-620 UZ and that is a fairly significant gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Both the cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).
Before diving through a thorough comparison, below is a simple summary of how the S3600 scores versus the SP-620 UZ for portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.
Nikon S3600 vs Olympus SP-620 UZ Gallery
Following is a preview of the gallery photos for Nikon Coolpix S3600 and Olympus SP-620 UZ. The whole galleries are available at Nikon S3600 Gallery and Olympus SP-620 UZ Gallery.
Reasons to pick Nikon S3600 over the Olympus SP-620 UZ
S3600 | SP-620 UZ | |||
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Introduced | January 2014 | January 2012 | More recent by 25 months |
Reasons to pick Olympus SP-620 UZ over the Nikon S3600
SP-620 UZ | S3600 | |||
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Screen dimension | 3" | 2.7" | Bigger screen (+0.3") |
Common features in the Nikon S3600 and Olympus SP-620 UZ
S3600 | SP-620 UZ | |||
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Manually focus | Lack of manual focusing | |||
Screen type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed screen | |
Screen resolution | 230k | 230k | Same screen resolution | |
Selfie screen | No selfie screen | |||
Touch screen | Neither includes Touch screen |
Nikon S3600 vs Olympus SP-620 UZ Physical Comparison
In case you're aiming to lug around your camera often, you will have to factor its weight and volume. The Nikon S3600 features physical dimensions of 97mm x 58mm x 20mm (3.8" x 2.3" x 0.8") and a weight of 125 grams (0.28 lbs) whilst the Olympus SP-620 UZ has sizing of 110mm x 74mm x 74mm (4.3" x 2.9" x 2.9") and a weight of 435 grams (0.96 lbs).
Look at the Nikon S3600 and Olympus SP-620 UZ in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you are using at that moment. Below is the front view size comparison of the S3600 vs the SP-620 UZ.
Using size and weight, the portability score of the S3600 and SP-620 UZ is 96 and 78 respectively.
Nikon S3600 vs Olympus SP-620 UZ Sensor Comparison
In many cases, it is very hard to visualize the contrast in sensor measurements just by looking through technical specs. The visual underneath may give you a stronger sense of the sensor sizes in the S3600 and SP-620 UZ.
As you can tell, both cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements albeit different megapixels. You should count on the Nikon S3600 to result in extra detail using its extra 4 Megapixels. Higher resolution will allow you to crop shots much more aggressively. The younger S3600 should have an edge in sensor tech.
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Nikon S3600 vs Olympus SP-620 UZ Specifications
Nikon Coolpix S3600 | Olympus SP-620 UZ | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | Nikon | Olympus |
Model | Nikon Coolpix S3600 | Olympus SP-620 UZ |
Type | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Released | 2014-01-07 | 2012-01-10 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Chip | - | TruePic III+ |
Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 20MP | 16MP |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | - | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Highest resolution | 5152 x 3864 | 4608 x 3456 |
Highest native ISO | 3200 | 3200 |
Min native ISO | 80 | 100 |
RAW format | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Touch to focus | ||
AF continuous | ||
AF single | ||
Tracking AF | ||
Selective AF | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
Multi area AF | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detect AF | ||
Contract detect AF | ||
Phase detect AF | ||
Number of focus points | 99 | - |
Cross focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 25-200mm (8.0x) | 25-525mm (21.0x) |
Max aperture | f/3.7-6.6 | f/3.1-5.8 |
Macro focus distance | 2cm | 1cm |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Range of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display sizing | 2.7" | 3" |
Display resolution | 230k dot | 230k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch function | ||
Display technology | TFT-LCD with Anti-reflection coating | TFT Color LCD |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 4s | 4s |
Highest shutter speed | 1/1500s | 1/1500s |
Continuous shooting speed | 1.0 frames per second | - |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Custom WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash range | 3.50 m | 6.00 m |
Flash options | - | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Fill-in |
External flash | ||
AE bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1280x720p (30fps) , 1280x720 (25p), 640x480 (30fps ) | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 180 (30fps) |
Highest video resolution | 1280x720 | 1280x720 |
Video file format | - | MPEG-4, H.264 |
Mic jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | Eye-Fi Connected |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environment seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 125 gr (0.28 lbs) | 435 gr (0.96 lbs) |
Dimensions | 97 x 58 x 20mm (3.8" x 2.3" x 0.8") | 110 x 74 x 74mm (4.3" x 2.9" x 2.9") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light score | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 230 photographs | - |
Battery form | Battery Pack | - |
Battery model | EN-EL19 | 4 x AA |
Self timer | Yes (10 or 2 seconds) | Yes (2 or 12 sec, pet auto shutter) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Storage media | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/SDHC/SDXC |
Storage slots | 1 | 1 |
Retail pricing | $200 | $199 |