Nikon S6200 vs Olympus SP-565UZ

Here, we will be evaluating the Nikon S6200 vs Olympus SP-565UZ, one being a Small Sensor Compact and the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom by rivals Nikon and Olympus. There is a sizeable difference among the image resolutions of the S6200 (16MP) and SP-565UZ (10MP) but both cameras posses the identical sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The S6200 was announced 2 years later than the SP-565UZ and that is a fairly large gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Both of the cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before delving right into a more detailed comparison, here is a concise overview of how the S6200 matches up versus the SP-565UZ when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

The following is a preview of the gallery images for Nikon Coolpix S6200 and Olympus SP-565UZ. The whole galleries are viewable at Nikon S6200 Gallery and Olympus SP-565UZ Gallery.

If you're planning to carry your camera regularly, you will need to factor its weight and measurements. The Nikon S6200 provides outer measurements of 93mm x 58mm x 26mm (3.7" x 2.3" x 1.0") accompanied by a weight of 160 grams (0.35 lbs) whilst the Olympus SP-565UZ has proportions of 116mm x 84mm x 81mm (4.6" x 3.3" x 3.2") along with a weight of 413 grams (0.91 lbs).

Compare the Nikon S6200 vs Olympus SP-565UZ in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you use at the time. Underneath is a front view dimension comparison of the S6200 and the SP-565UZ.

Looking at size and weight, the portability grade of the S6200 and SP-565UZ is 94 and 72 respectively.

Usually, it is tough to imagine the difference in sensor sizing simply by going through a spec sheet. The graphic below will help give you a much better sense of the sensor measurements in the S6200 and SP-565UZ.

As you can see, both cameras come with the identical sensor size albeit different MP. You should expect the Nikon S6200 to provide more detail with its extra 6MP. Higher resolution will let you crop pictures a good deal more aggressively. The more modern S6200 should have a benefit when it comes to sensor innovation.