Nikon S6000 vs Olympus SP-600 UZ
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Nikon S6000 vs Olympus SP-600 UZ Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 28-196mm (F3.7-5.6) lens
- 156g - 97 x 55 x 25mm
- Announced February 2010
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 1600
- 1280 x 720 video
- 28-420mm (F3.5-5.4) lens
- 455g - 110 x 90 x 91mm
- Revealed February 2010
- Earlier Model is Olympus SP-590 UZ
- Newer Model is Olympus SP-610UZ

Nikon S6000 vs Olympus SP-600 UZ Overview
Here, we are looking at the Nikon S6000 and Olympus SP-600 UZ, one being a Small Sensor Compact and the other is a Small Sensor Superzoom by rivals Nikon and Olympus. The image resolution of the S6000 (14MP) and the SP-600 UZ (12MP) is very well matched and both cameras provide the identical sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

The S6000 was manufactured very close to the SP-600 UZ so they are both of a similar generation. Both cameras feature the same body design (Compact).
Before going straight to a full comparison, here is a simple highlight of how the S6000 scores against the SP-600 UZ in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Nikon S6000 vs Olympus SP-600 UZ Gallery
The following is a sample of the gallery pics for Nikon Coolpix S6000 and Olympus SP-600 UZ. The entire galleries are provided at Nikon S6000 Gallery and Olympus SP-600 UZ Gallery.
Reasons to pick Nikon S6000 over the Olympus SP-600 UZ
S6000 | SP-600 UZ |
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Reasons to pick Olympus SP-600 UZ over the Nikon S6000
SP-600 UZ | S6000 | |||
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Focus manually | ![]() | Very precise focusing |
Common features in the Nikon S6000 and Olympus SP-600 UZ
S6000 | SP-600 UZ | |||
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Revealed | February 2010 | ![]() | February 2010 | Similar generation |
Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Display size | 2.7" | ![]() | 2.7" | Same display sizing |
Display resolution | 230k | ![]() | 230k | Equal display resolution |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Lacking selfie screen | ||
Touch display | ![]() | Lacking Touch display |
Nikon S6000 vs Olympus SP-600 UZ Physical Comparison
In case you're looking to lug around your camera regularly, you will want to consider its weight and volume. The Nikon S6000 features physical measurements of 97mm x 55mm x 25mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 1.0") having a weight of 156 grams (0.34 lbs) whilst the Olympus SP-600 UZ has sizing of 110mm x 90mm x 91mm (4.3" x 3.5" x 3.6") having a weight of 455 grams (1.00 lbs).
Contrast the Nikon S6000 and Olympus SP-600 UZ in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you have chosen at that time. Following is a front view physical size comparison of the S6000 and the SP-600 UZ.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the S6000 and SP-600 UZ is 94 and 69 respectively.

Nikon S6000 vs Olympus SP-600 UZ Sensor Comparison
More often than not, it can be tough to picture the contrast between sensor measurements only by reading through technical specs. The visual here might provide you a clearer sense of the sensor measurements in the S6000 and SP-600 UZ.
As you can tell, both of those cameras feature the identical sensor size but different MP. You should expect to see the Nikon S6000 to give greater detail due to its extra 2 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also let you crop photos way more aggressively.

Nikon S6000 vs Olympus SP-600 UZ Screen and ViewFinder


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Nikon S6000 vs Olympus SP-600 UZ Specifications
Nikon Coolpix S6000 | Olympus SP-600 UZ | |
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General Information | ||
Make | Nikon | Olympus |
Model type | Nikon Coolpix S6000 | Olympus SP-600 UZ |
Class | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Announced | 2010-02-03 | 2010-02-02 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Powered by | Expeed C2 | TruePic III |
Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.08 x 4.56mm |
Sensor area | 28.1mm² | 27.7mm² |
Sensor resolution | 14 megapixel | 12 megapixel |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | - |
Highest Possible resolution | 4320 x 3240 | 3968 x 2976 |
Maximum native ISO | 3200 | 1600 |
Minimum native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW pictures | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detect autofocus | ||
Contract detect autofocus | ||
Phase detect autofocus | ||
Total focus points | - | 143 |
Lens | ||
Lens support | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 28-196mm (7.0x) | 28-420mm (15.0x) |
Max aperture | f/3.7-5.6 | f/3.5-5.4 |
Macro focusing range | 2cm | 1cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display sizing | 2.7 inch | 2.7 inch |
Display resolution | 230 thousand dot | 230 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch display | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 8 secs | 1/2 secs |
Max shutter speed | 1/2000 secs | 1/2000 secs |
Continuous shutter speed | 3.0 frames/s | 10.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Change white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash distance | - | 3.10 m |
Flash settings | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Fill-in, Slow Sync | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye |
Hot shoe | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) | 1280 x 720 (24 fps), 640 x 480 (30, 15 fps), 320 x 240 (30, 15 fps) |
Maximum video resolution | 1280x720 | 1280x720 |
Video file format | H.264 | H.264 |
Mic input | ||
Headphone input | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental seal | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 156 gr (0.34 lb) | 455 gr (1.00 lb) |
Physical dimensions | 97 x 55 x 25mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 1.0") | 110 x 90 x 91mm (4.3" x 3.5" x 3.6") |
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-EL12 | - |
Self timer | Yes (3 sec or 10 sec) | Yes (12 or 2 sec) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC, Internal | SD/SDHC, Internal |
Storage slots | Single | Single |
Retail price | $300 | $189 |