Nikon S6200 vs Olympus SH-2

Below is a detailed review of the Nikon S6200 and Olympus SH-2, one being a Small Sensor Compact and the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom by companies Nikon and Olympus. The image resolution of the S6200 (16MP) and the SH-2 (16MP) is pretty well matched and they come with the same exact sensor size (1/2.3").

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The S6200 was announced 4 years prior to the SH-2 and that is quite a significant gap as far as tech is concerned. Both of the cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before diving through a comprehensive comparison, below is a concise synopsis of how the S6200 scores versus the SH-2 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Below is a preview of the gallery images for Nikon Coolpix S6200 and Olympus Stylus SH-2. The whole galleries are available at Nikon S6200 Gallery and Olympus SH-2 Gallery.

For those who are going to lug around your camera, you will have to think about its weight and dimensions. The Nikon S6200 comes with physical measurements of 93mm x 58mm x 26mm (3.7" x 2.3" x 1.0") and a weight of 160 grams (0.35 lbs) whilst the Olympus SH-2 has dimensions of 109mm x 63mm x 42mm (4.3" x 2.5" x 1.7") along with a weight of 271 grams (0.60 lbs).

Check the Nikon S6200 and Olympus SH-2 in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you select at that time. Here is the front view overall size comparison of the S6200 compared to the SH-2.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability rating of the S6200 and SH-2 is 94 and 88 respectively.

Oftentimes, its hard to imagine the contrast between sensor measurements just by checking technical specs. The graphic below might offer you a greater sense of the sensor sizing in the S6200 and SH-2.

As you have seen, each of the cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing and the same exact megapixels and you should expect similar quality of files but you will want to factor the release date of the products into consideration. The older S6200 is going to be behind when it comes to sensor tech.