Nikon S570 vs Olympus SH-50

The following is a comprehensive assessment of the Nikon S570 vs Olympus SH-50, one is a Small Sensor Compact and the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom by rivals Nikon and Olympus. There is a significant difference between the image resolutions of the S570 (12MP) and SH-50 (16MP) but both cameras boast the same sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The S570 was launched 4 years prior to the SH-50 which is quite a sizable gap as far as tech is concerned. Both of the cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before delving straight to a in depth comparison, here is a short overview of how the S570 scores versus the SH-50 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Following is a preview of the gallery photos for Nikon Coolpix S570 and Olympus SH-50. The complete galleries are provided at Nikon S570 Gallery and Olympus SH-50 Gallery.

In case you're going to travel with your camera, you will have to factor in its weight and proportions. The Nikon S570 has got physical dimensions of 92mm x 57mm x 22mm (3.6" x 2.2" x 0.9") and a weight of 140 grams (0.31 lbs) whilst the Olympus SH-50 has measurements of 112mm x 63mm x 42mm (4.4" x 2.5" x 1.7") having a weight of 269 grams (0.59 lbs).

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Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you have during that time. Underneath is a front view proportions comparison of the S570 versus the SH-50.

Considering size and weight, the portability score of the S570 and SH-50 is 95 and 88 respectively.

Oftentimes, it's difficult to visualize the difference between sensor dimensions only by going over specifications. The picture here might provide you a far better sense of the sensor dimensions in the S570 and SH-50.

To sum up, each of these cameras provide the same sensor dimensions albeit different megapixels. You should count on the Olympus SH-50 to offer greater detail utilizing its extra 4 Megapixels. Higher resolution will make it easier to crop pictures more aggressively. The more aged S570 is going to be behind with regard to sensor innovation.