Nikon S620 vs Olympus SP-565UZ
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Nikon S620 vs Olympus SP-565UZ Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 640 x 480 video
- 28-112mm (F2.7-5.8) lens
- 120g - 90 x 53 x 23mm
- Revealed February 2009
(Full Review)
- 10MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.5" Fixed Display
- ISO 64 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 640 x 480 video
- 26-520mm (F2.8-4.5) lens
- 413g - 116 x 84 x 81mm
- Introduced January 2009

Nikon S620 vs Olympus SP-565UZ Overview
Here, we are evaluating the Nikon S620 versus Olympus SP-565UZ, former is a Small Sensor Compact while the other is a Small Sensor Superzoom by rivals Nikon and Olympus. The sensor resolution of the S620 (12MP) and the SP-565UZ (10MP) is very comparable and both cameras have the identical sensor sizing (1/2.3").

The S620 was revealed at a similar time to the SP-565UZ and they are of a similar age. Both of the cameras feature the same body design (Compact).
Before getting into a full comparison, here is a brief highlight of how the S620 matches up vs the SP-565UZ in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Nikon S620 vs Olympus SP-565UZ Gallery
The following is a sample of the gallery pics for Nikon Coolpix S620 & Olympus SP-565UZ. The full galleries are available at Nikon S620 Gallery & Olympus SP-565UZ Gallery.
Reasons to pick Nikon S620 over the Olympus SP-565UZ
S620 | SP-565UZ | |||
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Display size | 2.7" | ![]() | 2.5" | Larger display (+0.2") |
Reasons to pick Olympus SP-565UZ over the Nikon S620
SP-565UZ | S620 | |||
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Manually focus | ![]() | Dial exact focus |
Common features in the Nikon S620 and Olympus SP-565UZ
S620 | SP-565UZ | |||
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Introduced | February 2009 | ![]() | January 2009 | Same age |
Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Display resolution | 230k | ![]() | 230k | Same display resolution |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Lack of selfie screen | ||
Touch display | ![]() | Lack of Touch display |
Nikon S620 vs Olympus SP-565UZ Physical Comparison
For anybody who is looking to carry around your camera often, you're going to have to consider its weight and size. The Nikon S620 features outer measurements of 90mm x 53mm x 23mm (3.5" x 2.1" x 0.9") having a weight of 120 grams (0.26 lbs) whilst the Olympus SP-565UZ has specifications of 116mm x 84mm x 81mm (4.6" x 3.3" x 3.2") and a weight of 413 grams (0.91 lbs).
Compare the Nikon S620 versus Olympus SP-565UZ in our brand new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Take into consideration, the weight of an ILC will differ based on the lens you have at that time. Here is a front view over all size comparison of the S620 and the SP-565UZ.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability score of the S620 and SP-565UZ is 96 and 72 respectively.

Nikon S620 vs Olympus SP-565UZ Sensor Comparison
Normally, its tough to envision the difference in sensor sizes merely by checking out technical specs. The pic underneath will help give you a far better sense of the sensor sizing in the S620 and SP-565UZ.
As you can tell, each of the cameras feature the identical sensor size but not the same resolution. You can expect to see the Nikon S620 to show extra detail because of its extra 2 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also help you crop images way more aggressively.

Nikon S620 vs Olympus SP-565UZ Screen and ViewFinder


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Nikon S620 vs Olympus SP-565UZ Specifications
Nikon Coolpix S620 | Olympus SP-565UZ | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | Nikon | Olympus |
Model type | Nikon Coolpix S620 | Olympus SP-565UZ |
Category | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Revealed | 2009-02-03 | 2009-01-15 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 6.08 x 4.56mm | 6.08 x 4.56mm |
Sensor area | 27.7mm² | 27.7mm² |
Sensor resolution | 12MP | 10MP |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Highest Possible resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 3648 x 2736 |
Maximum native ISO | 6400 | 6400 |
Min native ISO | 100 | 64 |
RAW pictures | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
Touch to focus | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detection focus | ||
Contract detection focus | ||
Phase detection focus | ||
Total focus points | - | 143 |
Lens | ||
Lens support | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 28-112mm (4.0x) | 26-520mm (20.0x) |
Maximal aperture | f/2.7-5.8 | f/2.8-4.5 |
Macro focusing range | 2cm | 1cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.9 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Range of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen sizing | 2.7 inches | 2.5 inches |
Resolution of screen | 230k dot | 230k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch display | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | Electronic |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 8 seconds | 1 seconds |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/2000 seconds | 1/2000 seconds |
Continuous shutter speed | 1.0 frames/s | 1.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | - | Yes |
Change white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash distance | - | 6.40 m (ISO 200) |
Flash modes | Auto, Red-Eye reduction, Off, On, Slow sync | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye reduction, Slow Sync |
External flash | ||
AE bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) | 640 x 480 @ 30 fps/15 fps, 320 x 240 @ 30 fps/15 fps |
Maximum video resolution | 640x480 | 640x480 |
Video file format | Motion JPEG | - |
Mic jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
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 | 120g (0.26 lbs) | 413g (0.91 lbs) |
Physical dimensions | 90 x 53 x 23mm (3.5" x 2.1" x 0.9") | 116 x 84 x 81mm (4.6" x 3.3" x 3.2") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall rating | not tested | 30 |
DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | 18.7 |
DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | 10.1 |
DXO Low light rating | not tested | 68 |
Other | ||
Battery ID | EN-EL12 | 4 x AA |
Self timer | Yes (3 or 10 sec) | Yes (12 or 2 sec) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Storage media | SD/SDHC, Internal | xD Picture Card, Internal |
Storage slots | Single | Single |
Launch cost | $37 | $400 |