Nikon S6100 vs Olympus SZ-15

Here is a extended assessment of the Nikon S6100 vs Olympus SZ-15, one being a Small Sensor Compact and the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom by manufacturers Nikon and Olympus. The image resolution of the S6100 (16MP) and the SZ-15 (16MP) is relatively similar and both cameras boast the same sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The S6100 was revealed 3 years earlier than the SZ-15 and that is quite a big gap as far as technology is concerned. Each of these cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before we go into a in depth comparison, here is a short summation of how the S6100 grades versus the SZ-15 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

The following is a preview of the gallery photos for Nikon Coolpix S6100 and Olympus SZ-15. The full galleries are provided at Nikon S6100 Gallery and Olympus SZ-15 Gallery.

For those who are going to carry your camera frequently, you're going to have to think about its weight and proportions. The Nikon S6100 comes with external dimensions of 98mm x 58mm x 27mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 1.1") along with a weight of 175 grams (0.39 lbs) whilst the Olympus SZ-15 has measurements of 108mm x 70mm x 40mm (4.3" x 2.8" x 1.6") with a weight of 250 grams (0.55 lbs).

Check out the Nikon S6100 vs Olympus SZ-15 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you are utilizing during that time. Underneath is a front view scale comparison of the S6100 and the SZ-15.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the S6100 and SZ-15 is 93 and 88 respectively.

Typically, it can be tough to envision the gap between sensor sizing simply by going over a spec sheet. The visual below may offer you a stronger sense of the sensor sizes in the S6100 and SZ-15.

Clearly, each of the cameras have the same sensor dimensions and the same resolution therefore you should expect similar quality of photographs although you really should take the production date of the products into consideration. The older S6100 is going to be behind in sensor innovation.