Nikon S6200 vs Olympus 550WP
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Nikon S6200 vs Olympus 550WP 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
- Announced August 2011
(Full Review)
- 10MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.5" Fixed Screen
- ISO 64 - 1600
- Digital Image Stabilization
- 640 x 480 video
- 38-114mm (F3.5-5.0) lens
- 167g - 94 x 62 x 22mm
- Released January 2009
- Alternative Name is mju 550WP

Nikon S6200 vs Olympus 550WP Overview
Here, we will be matching up the Nikon S6200 and Olympus 550WP, both Small Sensor Compact cameras by brands Nikon and Olympus. There is a sizeable difference among the image resolutions of the S6200 (16MP) and 550WP (10MP) but both cameras offer the identical sensor size (1/2.3").

The S6200 was released 2 years later than the 550WP and that is a fairly large gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Both of these cameras feature the same body design (Compact).
Before getting into a detailed comparison, here is a concise summation of how the S6200 scores against the 550WP in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Nikon S6200 vs Olympus 550WP Gallery
Below is a preview of the gallery images for Nikon Coolpix S6200 and Olympus Stylus 550WP. The complete galleries are available at Nikon S6200 Gallery and Olympus 550WP Gallery.
Reasons to pick Nikon S6200 over the Olympus 550WP
S6200 | 550WP | |||
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Released | August 2011 | ![]() | January 2009 | Fresher by 32 months |
Manual focus | ![]() | Very precise focusing | ||
Screen size | 2.7" | ![]() | 2.5" | Bigger screen (+0.2") |
Reasons to pick Olympus 550WP over the Nikon S6200
550WP | S6200 |
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Common features in the Nikon S6200 and Olympus 550WP
S6200 | 550WP | |||
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Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Screen resolution | 230k | ![]() | 230k | Exact same screen resolution |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Absent selfie screen | ||
Touch screen | ![]() | Neither provides Touch screen |
Nikon S6200 vs Olympus 550WP Physical Comparison
In case you're aiming to carry your camera, you will need to think about its weight and measurements. The Nikon S6200 provides outside measurements of 93mm x 58mm x 26mm (3.7" x 2.3" x 1.0") with a weight of 160 grams (0.35 lbs) and the Olympus 550WP has proportions of 94mm x 62mm x 22mm (3.7" x 2.4" x 0.9") accompanied by a weight of 167 grams (0.37 lbs).
Compare the Nikon S6200 and Olympus 550WP in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you are utilising during that time. Below is a front view proportions comparison of the S6200 compared to the 550WP.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability rating of the S6200 and 550WP is 94 and 94 respectively.

Nikon S6200 vs Olympus 550WP Sensor Comparison
In many cases, its hard to envision the gap in sensor sizing purely by going through specifications. The photograph underneath may offer you a stronger sense of the sensor measurements in the S6200 and 550WP.
To sum up, both of those cameras come with the identical sensor size albeit not the same megapixels. You should expect the Nikon S6200 to provide greater detail as a result of its extra 6 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also help you crop photographs a good deal more aggressively. The more recent S6200 is going to have a benefit when it comes to sensor technology.

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Nikon S6200 vs Olympus 550WP Specifications
Nikon Coolpix S6200 | Olympus Stylus 550WP | |
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General Information | ||
Make | Nikon | Olympus |
Model | Nikon Coolpix S6200 | Olympus Stylus 550WP |
Otherwise known as | - | mju 550WP |
Category | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Compact |
Announced | 2011-08-24 | 2009-01-07 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor | Expeed C2 | - |
Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.08 x 4.56mm |
Sensor area | 28.1mm² | 27.7mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16 megapixel | 10 megapixel |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | 16:9, 4:3 and 3:2 |
Highest resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 3648 x 2736 |
Highest native ISO | 3200 | 1600 |
Min native ISO | 80 | 64 |
RAW files | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Touch focus | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detect focus | ||
Contract detect focus | ||
Phase detect focus | ||
Cross focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 25-250mm (10.0x) | 38-114mm (3.0x) |
Highest aperture | f/3.2-5.6 | f/3.5-5.0 |
Macro focus range | 10cm | 7cm |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Range of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display size | 2.7" | 2.5" |
Display resolution | 230k dot | 230k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch screen | ||
Display technology | TFT LCD with Anti-reflection coating | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 4s | 4s |
Highest shutter speed | 1/2000s | 1/1000s |
Continuous shooting speed | 1.0 frames/s | - |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual exposure | ||
Change white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye | Auto, Fill-in, Red-Eye reduction, Off, On |
External flash | ||
AEB | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1280 x 720p (30fps), 640 x 480 (30fps) | 640 x 480 (30, 15 fps), 320 x 240 (30, 15 fps) |
Highest video resolution | 1280x720 | 640x480 |
Video format | MPEG-4, Motion JPEG | Motion JPEG |
Mic jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environment seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 160 grams (0.35 pounds) | 167 grams (0.37 pounds) |
Physical dimensions | 93 x 58 x 26mm (3.7" x 2.3" x 1.0") | 94 x 62 x 22mm (3.7" x 2.4" x 0.9") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light score | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 250 pictures | - |
Form of battery | Battery Pack | - |
Battery model | EN-EL12 | - |
Self timer | Yes | Yes (12 seconds) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Storage media | SD/SDHC/SDXC | xD-Picture Card, microSD, internal |
Storage slots | 1 | 1 |
Retail price | $229 | $399 |