Nikon S6200 vs Olympus SZ-16 iHS

Let's look a bit more closely at the Nikon S6200 versus Olympus SZ-16 iHS, former being a Small Sensor Compact while the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom by brands Nikon and Olympus. The sensor resolution of the S6200 (16MP) and the SZ-16 iHS (16MP) is relatively similar and both cameras offer the same sensor size (1/2.3").

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The S6200 was unveiled 16 months prior to the SZ-16 iHS which makes them a generation apart from each other. The two cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before diving straight to a comprehensive comparison, here is a brief introduction of how the S6200 grades vs the SZ-16 iHS with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Here is a preview of the gallery photos for Nikon Coolpix S6200 & Olympus SZ-16 iHS. The full galleries are available at Nikon S6200 Gallery & Olympus SZ-16 iHS Gallery.

For anybody who is going to carry your camera often, you have to think about its weight and volume. The Nikon S6200 features outer 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) and the Olympus SZ-16 iHS has sizing of 108mm x 70mm x 40mm (4.3" x 2.8" x 1.6") along with a weight of 226 grams (0.50 lbs).

Compare the Nikon S6200 versus Olympus SZ-16 iHS in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into account, the weight of an ILC will differ based on the lens you have attached during that time. Following is a front view proportions comparison of the S6200 against the SZ-16 iHS.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability score of the S6200 and SZ-16 iHS is 94 and 89 respectively.

Usually, its hard to picture the contrast between sensor sizing simply by going over technical specs. The graphic here should give you a clearer sense of the sensor sizes in the S6200 and SZ-16 iHS.

As you can tell, the two cameras provide the same sensor dimensions and the same exact megapixels and you can expect similar quality of pictures although you have to consider the launch date of the products into consideration. The older S6200 is going to be behind when it comes to sensor technology.