Nikon S4300 vs Olympus SP-610UZ
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Nikon S4300 vs Olympus SP-610UZ Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 3200
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 26-156mm (F3.5-6.5) lens
- 139g - 96 x 59 x 21mm
- Launched February 2012
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 3200
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 28-616mm (F3.3-5.7) lens
- 405g - 107 x 73 x 73mm
- Introduced January 2011
- Succeeded the Olympus SP-600 UZ
- Newer Model is Olympus SP-620 UZ

Nikon S4300 vs Olympus SP-610UZ Overview
On this page, we will be looking at the Nikon S4300 and Olympus SP-610UZ, former being a Small Sensor Compact while the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom by rivals Nikon and Olympus. The sensor resolution of the S4300 (16MP) and the SP-610UZ (14MP) is pretty comparable and both cameras offer the same sensor sizes (1/2.3").

The S4300 was manufactured 14 months later than the SP-610UZ which makes them a generation apart from one another. Both cameras have the same body design (Compact).
Before diving right into a comprehensive comparison, here is a concise summary of how the S4300 matches up versus the SP-610UZ with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Nikon S4300 vs Olympus SP-610UZ Gallery
Below is a preview of the gallery images for Nikon Coolpix S4300 & Olympus SP-610UZ. The entire galleries are available at Nikon S4300 Gallery & Olympus SP-610UZ Gallery.
Reasons to pick Nikon S4300 over the Olympus SP-610UZ
S4300 | SP-610UZ | |||
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Introduced | February 2012 | ![]() | January 2011 | More recent by 14 months |
Screen resolution | 460k | ![]() | 230k | Clearer screen (+230k dot) |
Touch screen | ![]() | Quickly navigate |
Reasons to pick Olympus SP-610UZ over the Nikon S4300
SP-610UZ | S4300 |
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Common features in the Nikon S4300 and Olympus SP-610UZ
S4300 | SP-610UZ | |||
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Manual focus | ![]() | No manual focusing | ||
Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Screen dimensions | 3" | ![]() | 3" | Equal screen dimensions |
Selfie screen | ![]() | No selfie screen |
Nikon S4300 vs Olympus SP-610UZ Physical Comparison
For anyone who is intending to lug around your camera frequently, you need to consider its weight and size. The Nikon S4300 offers exterior dimensions of 96mm x 59mm x 21mm (3.8" x 2.3" x 0.8") with a weight of 139 grams (0.31 lbs) whilst the Olympus SP-610UZ has specifications of 107mm x 73mm x 73mm (4.2" x 2.9" x 2.9") accompanied by a weight of 405 grams (0.89 lbs).
Take a look at the Nikon S4300 and Olympus SP-610UZ in our completely new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Do not forget, the weight of an ILC will differ dependant on the lens you use at that time. Following is a front view proportions comparison of the S4300 against the SP-610UZ.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability score of the S4300 and SP-610UZ is 95 and 79 respectively.

Nikon S4300 vs Olympus SP-610UZ Sensor Comparison
More often than not, it is difficult to see the contrast in sensor measurements merely by seeing specifications. The visual underneath will help provide you a much better sense of the sensor sizes in the S4300 and SP-610UZ.
Plainly, both of those cameras provide the same sensor dimensions albeit not the same resolution. You can expect the Nikon S4300 to show extra detail due to its extra 2MP. Higher resolution will allow you to crop pictures more aggressively. The fresher S4300 will have a benefit with regard to sensor innovation.

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Nikon S4300 vs Olympus SP-610UZ Specifications
Nikon Coolpix S4300 | Olympus SP-610UZ | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | Nikon | Olympus |
Model | Nikon Coolpix S4300 | Olympus SP-610UZ |
Type | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Launched | 2012-02-01 | 2011-01-06 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor | - | 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 surface area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16MP | 14MP |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Maximum resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 4288 x 3216 |
Maximum native ISO | 3200 | 3200 |
Min native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW support | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
AF touch | ||
AF continuous | ||
Single AF | ||
AF tracking | ||
AF selectice | ||
AF center weighted | ||
Multi area AF | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detect AF | ||
Contract detect AF | ||
Phase detect AF | ||
Number of focus points | 9 | 11 |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 26-156mm (6.0x) | 28-616mm (22.0x) |
Largest aperture | f/3.5-6.5 | f/3.3-5.7 |
Macro focus range | 5cm | 1cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display size | 3" | 3" |
Resolution of display | 460 thousand dot | 230 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch display | ||
Display technology | TFT-LCD with Anti-reflection coating | TFT Color LCD |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 4s | 4s |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/2000s | 1/2000s |
Continuous shooting speed | - | 1.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual exposure | ||
Set WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash range | - | 6.30 m |
Flash options | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow-sync | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Fill-in |
External flash | ||
AEB | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1280 x 720p (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30fps) | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 180 (30fps) |
Maximum video resolution | 1280x720 | 1280x720 |
Video data format | MPEG-4, H.264 | Motion JPEG |
Mic input | ||
Headphone input | ||
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 | ||
Environmental seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 139g (0.31 lb) | 405g (0.89 lb) |
Physical dimensions | 96 x 59 x 21mm (3.8" x 2.3" x 0.8") | 107 x 73 x 73mm (4.2" 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 | 180 pictures | 340 pictures |
Style of battery | Battery Pack | AA |
Battery model | EN-EL19 | 4 x AA |
Self timer | Yes | Yes (2 or 12 sec) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/SDHC/SDXC |
Storage slots | 1 | 1 |
Retail cost | $119 | $299 |