Nikon S5100 vs Olympus SP-600 UZ

In this article, we are contrasting the Nikon S5100 vs Olympus SP-600 UZ, former being a Small Sensor Compact while the other is a Small Sensor Superzoom by manufacturers Nikon and Olympus. The image resolution of the S5100 (12MP) and the SP-600 UZ (12MP) is fairly comparable and they possess the same exact sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The S5100 was launched 7 months later than the SP-600 UZ and they are both of a similar age. Both of the cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before going straight into a step-by-step comparison, below is a short overview of how the S5100 scores vs the SP-600 UZ for portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

This is a sample of the gallery pictures for Nikon Coolpix S5100 & Olympus SP-600 UZ. The complete galleries are available at Nikon S5100 Gallery & Olympus SP-600 UZ Gallery.

When you are intending to lug around your camera regularly, you are going to need to consider its weight and proportions. The Nikon S5100 has outside measurements of 97mm x 57mm x 22mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 0.9") and a weight of 132 grams (0.29 lbs) while the Olympus SP-600 UZ has measurements of 110mm x 90mm x 91mm (4.3" x 3.5" x 3.6") accompanied by a weight of 455 grams (1.00 lbs).

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Take into consideration, the weight of an ILC will change dependant on the lens you choose at the time. The following is the front view dimensions comparison of the S5100 vs the SP-600 UZ.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability rating of the S5100 and SP-600 UZ is 95 and 69 respectively.

Oftentimes, it's difficult to visualise the difference in sensor measurements just by checking out specifications. The photograph here will give you a far better sense of the sensor measurements in the S5100 and SP-600 UZ.

Plainly, both of those cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing and the same exact resolution and you can expect comparable quality of pictures though you need to take the launch date of the cameras into account. The newer S5100 will have an edge in sensor innovation.