Nikon S6200 vs Olympus SP-610UZ
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Nikon S6200 vs Olympus SP-610UZ Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 25-250mm (F3.2-5.6) lens
- 160g - 93 x 58 x 26mm
- Revealed August 2011
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 3200
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 28-616mm (F3.3-5.7) lens
- 405g - 107 x 73 x 73mm
- Announced January 2011
- Older Model is Olympus SP-600 UZ
- Refreshed by Olympus SP-620 UZ

Nikon S6200 vs Olympus SP-610UZ Overview
On this page, we are comparing the Nikon S6200 vs Olympus SP-610UZ, one being a Small Sensor Compact and the other is a Small Sensor Superzoom by brands Nikon and Olympus. The resolution of the S6200 (16MP) and the SP-610UZ (14MP) is fairly well matched and both cameras posses the same sensor sizing (1/2.3").

The S6200 was introduced 8 months later than the SP-610UZ and they are both of a similar generation. Both of these cameras have the same body design (Compact).
Before we go right into a full comparison, here is a concise view of how the S6200 scores vs the SP-610UZ in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Nikon S6200 vs Olympus SP-610UZ Gallery
Below is a sample of the gallery pictures for Nikon Coolpix S6200 and Olympus SP-610UZ. The whole galleries are viewable at Nikon S6200 Gallery and Olympus SP-610UZ Gallery.
Reasons to pick Nikon S6200 over the Olympus SP-610UZ
S6200 | SP-610UZ | |||
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Announced | August 2011 | ![]() | January 2011 | Fresher by 8 months |
Focus manually | ![]() | More precise focus |
Reasons to pick Olympus SP-610UZ over the Nikon S6200
SP-610UZ | S6200 | |||
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Display dimensions | 3" | ![]() | 2.7" | Larger display (+0.3") |
Common features in the Nikon S6200 and Olympus SP-610UZ
S6200 | SP-610UZ | |||
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Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Display resolution | 230k | ![]() | 230k | Same display resolution |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Absent selfie screen | ||
Touch display | ![]() | Absent Touch display |
Nikon S6200 vs Olympus SP-610UZ Physical Comparison
If you're planning to carry your camera regularly, you will need to take into account its weight and size. The Nikon S6200 has exterior dimensions of 93mm x 58mm x 26mm (3.7" x 2.3" x 1.0") along with a weight of 160 grams (0.35 lbs) while the Olympus SP-610UZ has specifications of 107mm x 73mm x 73mm (4.2" x 2.9" x 2.9") along with a weight of 405 grams (0.89 lbs).
Analyze the Nikon S6200 vs Olympus SP-610UZ in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you have attached at that moment. Here is a front view over all size comparison of the S6200 vs the SP-610UZ.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability score of the S6200 and SP-610UZ is 94 and 79 respectively.

Nikon S6200 vs Olympus SP-610UZ Sensor Comparison
Sometimes, it's tough to visualise the gap between sensor sizing merely by checking technical specs. The graphic below might offer you a greater sense of the sensor dimensions in the S6200 and SP-610UZ.
As you can tell, both cameras provide the same sensor dimensions but not the same resolution. You should anticipate the Nikon S6200 to resolve extra detail using its extra 2 Megapixels. Greater resolution will make it easier to crop images more aggressively. The more modern S6200 is going to have an advantage in sensor innovation.

Nikon S6200 vs Olympus SP-610UZ Screen and ViewFinder


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Nikon S6200 vs Olympus SP-610UZ Specifications
Nikon Coolpix S6200 | Olympus SP-610UZ | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | Nikon | Olympus |
Model type | Nikon Coolpix S6200 | Olympus SP-610UZ |
Category | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Revealed | 2011-08-24 | 2011-01-06 |
Physical type | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor Chip | Expeed C2 | TruePic III |
Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor surface area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16 megapixel | 14 megapixel |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Highest resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 4288 x 3216 |
Highest native ISO | 3200 | 3200 |
Min native ISO | 80 | 100 |
RAW files | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
AF touch | ||
Continuous AF | ||
Single AF | ||
AF tracking | ||
AF selectice | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
AF multi area | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detect AF | ||
Contract detect AF | ||
Phase detect AF | ||
Total focus points | - | 11 |
Cross type focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 25-250mm (10.0x) | 28-616mm (22.0x) |
Highest aperture | f/3.2-5.6 | f/3.3-5.7 |
Macro focusing range | 10cm | 1cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display size | 2.7 inch | 3 inch |
Display resolution | 230 thousand dots | 230 thousand dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch capability | ||
Display technology | TFT LCD with Anti-reflection coating | TFT Color LCD |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 4 secs | 4 secs |
Highest shutter speed | 1/2000 secs | 1/2000 secs |
Continuous shooting rate | 1.0 frames per sec | 1.0 frames per sec |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Custom WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash distance | - | 6.30 m |
Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Fill-in |
Hot shoe | ||
AE bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1280 x 720p (30fps), 640 x 480 (30fps) | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 180 (30fps) |
Highest video resolution | 1280x720 | 1280x720 |
Video file format | MPEG-4, Motion JPEG | Motion JPEG |
Mic port | ||
Headphone port | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | Eye-Fi Connected |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental sealing | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 160 gr (0.35 lb) | 405 gr (0.89 lb) |
Physical dimensions | 93 x 58 x 26mm (3.7" x 2.3" x 1.0") | 107 x 73 x 73mm (4.2" x 2.9" x 2.9") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light rating | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 250 photographs | 340 photographs |
Battery type | Battery Pack | AA |
Battery ID | EN-EL12 | 4 x AA |
Self timer | Yes | Yes (2 or 12 sec) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/SDHC/SDXC |
Card slots | 1 | 1 |
Price at launch | $229 | $299 |