Nikon S4300 vs Olympus SZ-10

The following is a complete overview of the Nikon S4300 versus Olympus SZ-10, one is a Small Sensor Compact and the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom by competitors Nikon and Olympus. The image resolution of the S4300 (16MP) and the SZ-10 (14MP) is pretty similar and both cameras offer the same sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The S4300 was launched 12 months after the SZ-10 and they are of a similar generation. Both of the cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before diving into a step-by-step comparison, here is a short highlight of how the S4300 scores against the SZ-10 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Following is a preview of the gallery images for Nikon Coolpix S4300 and Olympus SZ-10. The complete galleries are provided at Nikon S4300 Gallery and Olympus SZ-10 Gallery.

If you are planning to travel with your camera frequently, you're going to have to consider its weight and volume. The Nikon S4300 enjoys external dimensions of 96mm x 59mm x 21mm (3.8" x 2.3" x 0.8") with a weight of 139 grams (0.31 lbs) while the Olympus SZ-10 has sizing of 106mm x 67mm x 38mm (4.2" x 2.6" x 1.5") accompanied by a weight of 215 grams (0.47 lbs).

Take a look at the Nikon S4300 versus Olympus SZ-10 in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you are working with during that time. Here is a front view dimension comparison of the S4300 against the SZ-10.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability score of the S4300 and SZ-10 is 95 and 90 respectively.

Usually, it is difficult to picture the gap between sensor dimensions just by going over specs. The image underneath will help give you a more clear sense of the sensor dimensions in the S4300 and SZ-10.

As you can plainly see, the 2 cameras have the same sensor dimensions albeit different megapixels. You should expect the Nikon S4300 to deliver extra detail utilizing its extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also make it easier to crop pictures a bit more aggressively. The newer S4300 should have an edge with regard to sensor tech.