Nikon S570 vs Olympus SH-50
95 Imaging
34 Features
14 Overall
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88 Imaging
39 Features
48 Overall
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Nikon S570 vs Olympus SH-50 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 3200
- 1280 x 720 video
- 28-140mm (F2.7-6.6) lens
- 140g - 92 x 57 x 22mm
- Launched August 2009
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 125 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 25-600mm (F3.0-6.9) lens
- 269g - 112 x 63 x 42mm
- Released January 2013
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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").
Meta to Introduce 'AI-Generated' Labels for Media starting next monthThe 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.
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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.
Reasons to pick Nikon S570 over the Olympus SH-50
| S570 | SH-50 |
|---|
Reasons to pick Olympus SH-50 over the Nikon S570
| SH-50 | S570 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Released | January 2013 | August 2009 | Newer by 41 months | |
| Focus manually | Dial precise focusing | |||
| Screen dimensions | 3" | 2.7" | Bigger screen (+0.3") | |
| Screen resolution | 460k | 230k | Crisper screen (+230k dot) | |
| Touch screen | Quickly navigate |
Common features in the Nikon S570 and Olympus SH-50
| S570 | SH-50 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Screen type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed screen | |
| Selfie screen | Missing selfie screen |
Nikon S570 vs Olympus SH-50 Physical Comparison
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.
Nikon S570 vs Olympus SH-50 Sensor Comparison
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.
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Nikon S570 vs Olympus SH-50 Specifications
| Nikon Coolpix S570 | Olympus SH-50 | |
|---|---|---|
| General Information | ||
| Manufacturer | Nikon | Olympus |
| Model type | Nikon Coolpix S570 | Olympus SH-50 |
| Category | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Superzoom |
| Launched | 2009-08-04 | 2013-01-08 |
| Body design | Compact | Compact |
| Sensor Information | ||
| Powered by | Expeed | TruePic VI |
| Sensor type | CCD | BSI-CMOS |
| 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 | 12 megapixel | 16 megapixel |
| Anti alias filter | ||
| Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
| Max resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 4608 x 3456 |
| Max native ISO | 3200 | 6400 |
| Minimum native ISO | 100 | 125 |
| RAW photos | ||
| Autofocusing | ||
| Manual focusing | ||
| Touch focus | ||
| Continuous AF | ||
| AF single | ||
| Tracking AF | ||
| Selective AF | ||
| Center weighted AF | ||
| AF multi area | ||
| AF live view | ||
| Face detect AF | ||
| Contract detect AF | ||
| Phase detect AF | ||
| Lens | ||
| Lens mount type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
| Lens zoom range | 28-140mm (5.0x) | 25-600mm (24.0x) |
| Maximal aperture | f/2.7-6.6 | f/3.0-6.9 |
| Macro focusing distance | 3cm | 5cm |
| Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.8 |
| Screen | ||
| Range of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
| Display size | 2.7 inch | 3 inch |
| Display resolution | 230k dot | 460k dot |
| Selfie friendly | ||
| Liveview | ||
| Touch capability | ||
| Viewfinder Information | ||
| Viewfinder | None | None |
| Features | ||
| Min shutter speed | 60 seconds | 15 seconds |
| Max shutter speed | 1/4000 seconds | 1/2000 seconds |
| Continuous shutter speed | - | 12.0 frames per second |
| Shutter priority | ||
| Aperture priority | ||
| Manual exposure | ||
| Exposure compensation | - | Yes |
| Change WB | ||
| Image stabilization | ||
| Inbuilt flash | ||
| Flash distance | - | 4.00 m |
| Flash options | - | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Fill-in, Slow Sync |
| Hot shoe | ||
| AE bracketing | ||
| White balance bracketing | ||
| Exposure | ||
| Multisegment exposure | ||
| Average exposure | ||
| Spot exposure | ||
| Partial exposure | ||
| AF area exposure | ||
| Center weighted exposure | ||
| Video features | ||
| Supported video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) | 1920 x 1080 (60fps), 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 480fps (176 x 128), 240fps (384 x 288) |
| Max video resolution | 1280x720 | 1920x1080 |
| Video file format | - | MPEG-4, H.264 |
| Mic input | ||
| Headphone input | ||
| Connectivity | ||
| Wireless | None | Built-In |
| Bluetooth | ||
| NFC | ||
| HDMI | ||
| USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
| GPS | None | None |
| Physical | ||
| Environment seal | ||
| Water proofing | ||
| Dust proofing | ||
| Shock proofing | ||
| Crush proofing | ||
| Freeze proofing | ||
| Weight | 140 grams (0.31 lbs) | 269 grams (0.59 lbs) |
| Physical dimensions | 92 x 57 x 22mm (3.6" x 2.2" x 0.9") | 112 x 63 x 42mm (4.4" x 2.5" x 1.7") |
| DXO scores | ||
| DXO Overall rating | not tested | not tested |
| DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | not tested |
| DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | not tested |
| DXO Low light rating | not tested | not tested |
| Other | ||
| Battery ID | EN-EL10 | SLB-10A |
| Self timer | Yes | Yes (2 or 12 sec, Pet Auto Shutter) |
| Time lapse recording | ||
| Storage media | SD/SDHC, Internal | SD/SDHC/SDXC |
| Storage slots | One | One |
| Price at release | $180 | $300 |