Nikon S630 vs Olympus SP-610UZ
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![Nikon Coolpix S630 front Nikon Coolpix S630 front](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/cameras/gallery/medium/Nikon-Coolpix-S630/Nikon-S630-front.jpg)
![Olympus SP-610UZ front Olympus SP-610UZ front](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/cameras/gallery/medium/Olympus-SP-610UZ/Olympus-SP-610UZ-front.jpg)
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Nikon S630 vs Olympus SP-610UZ Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 64 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 640 x 480 video
- 37-260mm (F3.5-5.3) lens
- 140g - 97 x 58 x 26mm
- Launched February 2009
(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
- Revealed January 2011
- Earlier Model is Olympus SP-600 UZ
- Renewed by Olympus SP-620 UZ
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Nikon S630 vs Olympus SP-610UZ Overview
Its time to look more in depth at the Nikon S630 versus Olympus SP-610UZ, one being a Small Sensor Compact and the other is a Small Sensor Superzoom by manufacturers Nikon and Olympus. The sensor resolution of the S630 (12MP) and the SP-610UZ (14MP) is very comparable and both cameras offer the same sensor sizing (1/2.3").
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The S630 was launched 23 months prior to the SP-610UZ making them a generation apart from each other. Both of these cameras have the same body design (Compact).
Before getting straight to a full comparison, here is a simple summation of how the S630 scores versus the SP-610UZ in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.
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Nikon S630 vs Olympus SP-610UZ Gallery
This is a sample of the gallery pics for Nikon Coolpix S630 and Olympus SP-610UZ. The complete galleries are available at Nikon S630 Gallery and Olympus SP-610UZ Gallery.
Reasons to pick Nikon S630 over the Olympus SP-610UZ
S630 | SP-610UZ |
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Reasons to pick Olympus SP-610UZ over the Nikon S630
SP-610UZ | S630 | |||
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Revealed | January 2011 | ![]() | February 2009 | More recent by 23 months |
Display dimensions | 3" | ![]() | 2.7" | Larger display (+0.3") |
Common features in the Nikon S630 and Olympus SP-610UZ
S630 | SP-610UZ | |||
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Manual focus | ![]() | Lack of manual focusing | ||
Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Display resolution | 230k | ![]() | 230k | Same display resolution |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Missing selfie screen | ||
Touch display | ![]() | Missing Touch display |
Nikon S630 vs Olympus SP-610UZ Physical Comparison
In case you're intending to lug around your camera, you will want to think about its weight and size. The Nikon S630 has got physical measurements of 97mm x 58mm x 26mm (3.8" x 2.3" x 1.0") having a weight of 140 grams (0.31 lbs) whilst the Olympus SP-610UZ has specifications of 107mm x 73mm x 73mm (4.2" x 2.9" x 2.9") accompanied by a weight of 405 grams (0.89 lbs).
Compare the Nikon S630 versus Olympus SP-610UZ in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.![Camera Size Comparison with Lenses Camera Size Comparison with Lenses](https://pxlmag.com/db/assets/camera-size-comparison-animation.gif)
Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you choose during that time. Following is a front view measurement comparison of the S630 against the SP-610UZ.
![Nikon S630 vs Olympus SP-610UZ size comparison Nikon S630 vs Olympus SP-610UZ size comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Nikon-Coolpix-S630-vs-Olympus-SP-610UZ-size-comparison.jpg)
Considering size and weight, the portability grade of the S630 and SP-610UZ is 95 and 79 respectively.
![Nikon S630 vs Olympus SP-610UZ top view buttons comparison Nikon S630 vs Olympus SP-610UZ top view buttons comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Nikon-Coolpix-S630-vs-Olympus-SP-610UZ-top-view-buttons-comparison.jpg)
Nikon S630 vs Olympus SP-610UZ Sensor Comparison
Usually, it is difficult to visualise the contrast in sensor measurements merely by checking out specifications. The graphic here should provide you a far better sense of the sensor sizing in the S630 and SP-610UZ.
To sum up, each of the cameras provide the same sensor dimensions but not the same resolution. You should expect to see the Olympus SP-610UZ to provide greater detail utilizing its extra 2 Megapixels. Greater resolution can also help you crop pics more aggressively. The older S630 will be disadvantaged with regard to sensor tech.
![Nikon S630 vs Olympus SP-610UZ sensor size comparison Nikon S630 vs Olympus SP-610UZ sensor size comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/sensor-compare/Nikon-Coolpix-S630-vs-Olympus-SP-610UZ-sensor-size-comparison.png)
Nikon S630 vs Olympus SP-610UZ Screen and ViewFinder
![Nikon S630 vs Olympus SP-610UZ Screen and Viewfinder comparison Nikon S630 vs Olympus SP-610UZ Screen and Viewfinder comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Nikon-Coolpix-S630-vs-Olympus-SP-610UZ-screen-back-comparison.jpg)
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Photography Type Scores
Portrait Comparison
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Street Comparison
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Sports Comparison
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Travel Comparison
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Landscape Comparison
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Vlogging Comparison
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Nikon S630 vs Olympus SP-610UZ Specifications
Nikon Coolpix S630 | Olympus SP-610UZ | |
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General Information | ||
Make | Nikon | Olympus |
Model type | Nikon Coolpix S630 | Olympus SP-610UZ |
Class | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Launched | 2009-02-03 | 2011-01-06 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Chip | - | TruePic III |
Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 6.08 x 4.56mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor surface area | 27.7mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 12 megapixels | 14 megapixels |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Peak resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 4288 x 3216 |
Highest native ISO | 6400 | 3200 |
Lowest native ISO | 64 | 100 |
RAW pictures | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
Touch focus | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detect autofocus | ||
Contract detect autofocus | ||
Phase detect autofocus | ||
Total focus points | - | 11 |
Lens | ||
Lens support | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 37-260mm (7.0x) | 28-616mm (22.0x) |
Highest aperture | f/3.5-5.3 | f/3.3-5.7 |
Macro focusing distance | - | 1cm |
Crop factor | 5.9 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display sizing | 2.7" | 3" |
Display resolution | 230 thousand dot | 230 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch function | ||
Display technology | - | TFT Color LCD |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 8s | 4s |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/2000s | 1/2000s |
Continuous shutter speed | 11.0 frames per sec | 1.0 frames per sec |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual exposure | ||
Custom white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash distance | - | 6.30 m |
Flash modes | Auto, Red-Eye reduction, Off, On, Slow sync | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Fill-in |
Hot shoe | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 180 (30fps) |
Highest video resolution | 640x480 | 1280x720 |
Video file format | Motion JPEG | Motion JPEG |
Mic input | ||
Headphone input | ||
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 | ||
Environment seal | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 140g (0.31 lb) | 405g (0.89 lb) |
Physical dimensions | 97 x 58 x 26mm (3.8" x 2.3" x 1.0") | 107 x 73 x 73mm (4.2" x 2.9" x 2.9") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall 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 | - | 340 pictures |
Battery format | - | AA |
Battery ID | EN-L12 | 4 x AA |
Self timer | Yes (3 or 10 sec) | Yes (2 or 12 sec) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Storage media | SD/SDHC, Internal | SD/SDHC/SDXC |
Storage slots | One | One |
Pricing at release | $240 | $299 |