Nikon S620 vs Olympus SZ-10

On this page, we will be evaluating the Nikon S620 versus Olympus SZ-10, former is a Small Sensor Compact while the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom by brands Nikon and Olympus. The resolution of the S620 (12MP) and the SZ-10 (14MP) is relatively similar and both cameras provide the same sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The S620 was introduced 24 months earlier than the SZ-10 which makes them a generation away from one another. The two cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before we go into a comprehensive comparison, here is a short introduction of how the S620 grades vs the SZ-10 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

The following is a preview of the gallery photos for Nikon Coolpix S620 & Olympus SZ-10. The whole galleries are provided at Nikon S620 Gallery & Olympus SZ-10 Gallery.

For anybody who is aiming to carry around your camera, you will want to factor in its weight and measurements. The Nikon S620 has got outer measurements of 90mm x 53mm x 23mm (3.5" x 2.1" x 0.9") and a weight of 120 grams (0.26 lbs) and the Olympus SZ-10 has proportions of 106mm x 67mm x 38mm (4.2" x 2.6" x 1.5") accompanied by a weight of 215 grams (0.47 lbs).

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Bear in mind, the weight of an ILC will vary dependant on the lens you are using at the time. Following is a front view dimension comparison of the S620 and the SZ-10.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability score of the S620 and SZ-10 is 96 and 90 respectively.

Typically, it is hard to visualize the gap between sensor sizes simply by going over a spec sheet. The image underneath will help give you a clearer sense of the sensor sizing in the S620 and SZ-10.

As you can see, both the cameras have the same sensor dimensions albeit different resolution. You can count on the Olympus SZ-10 to offer extra detail using its extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also allow you to crop photographs a bit more aggressively. The more aged S620 is going to be disadvantaged with regard to sensor technology.