Nikon S620 vs Olympus SP-600 UZ

On this page, we are evaluating the Nikon S620 vs Olympus SP-600 UZ, former being a Small Sensor Compact while the other is a Small Sensor Superzoom by manufacturers Nikon and Olympus. The image resolution of the S620 (12MP) and the SP-600 UZ (12MP) is fairly well matched and both cameras provide the same sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The S620 was revealed 12 months before the SP-600 UZ and they are both of a similar age. Both of these cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before diving into a in-depth comparison, here is a brief overview of how the S620 scores against the SP-600 UZ with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Here is a sample of the gallery pictures for Nikon Coolpix S620 & Olympus SP-600 UZ. The full galleries are available at Nikon S620 Gallery & Olympus SP-600 UZ Gallery.

When you are looking to lug around your camera, you'll need to think about its weight and size. The Nikon S620 has got physical measurements of 90mm x 53mm x 23mm (3.5" x 2.1" x 0.9") accompanied by a weight of 120 grams (0.26 lbs) while the Olympus SP-600 UZ has specifications of 110mm x 90mm x 91mm (4.3" x 3.5" x 3.6") with a weight of 455 grams (1.00 lbs).

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Keep in mind, the weight of an ILC will differ dependant on the lens you are employing during that time. The following is a front view over all size comparison of the S620 versus the SP-600 UZ.

Considering size and weight, the portability rating of the S620 and SP-600 UZ is 96 and 69 respectively.

Often, it is very tough to visualise the contrast between sensor measurements purely by reading through specs. The visual underneath should give you a greater sense of the sensor measurements in the S620 and SP-600 UZ.

As you can plainly see, each of these cameras have the same sensor dimensions and the same exact resolution and you can expect similar quality of pictures although you will need to factor the age of the products into consideration. The older S620 is going to be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor innovation.