Nikon S6200 vs Olympus XZ-10

In this write-up, we will be reviewing the Nikon S6200 and Olympus XZ-10, both Small Sensor Compact digital cameras by rivals Nikon and Olympus. There is a huge difference between the sensor resolutions of the S6200 (16MP) and XZ-10 (12MP) but they enjoy the same exact sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The S6200 was announced 17 months before the XZ-10 which makes the cameras a generation apart from each other. Both cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before getting straight into a complete comparison, below is a brief synopsis of how the S6200 matches up vs the XZ-10 for portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Here is a preview of the gallery photos for Nikon Coolpix S6200 and Olympus Stylus XZ-10. The whole galleries are provided at Nikon S6200 Gallery and Olympus XZ-10 Gallery.

When you are going to carry your camera often, you will need to factor in its weight and measurements. The Nikon S6200 has got 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 XZ-10 has proportions of 102mm x 61mm x 34mm (4.0" x 2.4" x 1.3") with a weight of 221 grams (0.49 lbs).

Examine the Nikon S6200 and Olympus XZ-10 in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you have chosen at the time. Here is the front view size comparison of the S6200 against the XZ-10.

Using size and weight, the portability grade of the S6200 and XZ-10 is 94 and 91 respectively.

Oftentimes, its difficult to visualize the difference between sensor sizing merely by reading through specs. The photograph here might provide you a better sense of the sensor sizing in the S6200 and XZ-10.

As you can plainly see, the 2 cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing albeit different MP. You should count on the Nikon S6200 to resolve greater detail with its extra 4MP. Higher resolution will help you crop shots far more aggressively. The older S6200 is going to be behind in sensor innovation.