Nikon S620 vs Olympus XZ-10

The following is a extensive analysis of the Nikon S620 and Olympus XZ-10, both Small Sensor Compact cameras by rivals Nikon and Olympus. The sensor resolution of the S620 (12MP) and the XZ-10 (12MP) is fairly close and they come with the exact same sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The S620 was revealed 5 years earlier than the XZ-10 which is a fairly large gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Both of these cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).

Before getting through a more detailed comparison, below is a simple synopsis of how the S620 grades against the XZ-10 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

This is a sample of the gallery pictures for Nikon Coolpix S620 and Olympus Stylus XZ-10. The full galleries are viewable at Nikon S620 Gallery and Olympus XZ-10 Gallery.

In case you're intending to travel with your camera often, you'll have to factor in its weight and proportions. The Nikon S620 provides exterior measurements of 90mm x 53mm x 23mm (3.5" x 2.1" x 0.9") and a weight of 120 grams (0.26 lbs) while the Olympus XZ-10 has measurements of 102mm x 61mm x 34mm (4.0" x 2.4" x 1.3") along with a weight of 221 grams (0.49 lbs).

Take a look at the Nikon S620 and Olympus XZ-10 in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you choose at the time. Here is the front view over all size comparison of the S620 versus the XZ-10.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the S620 and XZ-10 is 96 and 91 respectively.

Normally, it is very difficult to visualize the gap in sensor dimensions only by looking through technical specs. The picture below should give you a far better sense of the sensor measurements in the S620 and XZ-10.

As you have seen, both the cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements and the same MP therefore you should expect comparable quality of photographs although you should really take the release date of the cameras into account. The more aged S620 will be behind in sensor technology.