Nikon S6500 vs Olympus SZ-10

Below, we are comparing the Nikon S6500 vs Olympus SZ-10, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras by rivals Nikon and Olympus. The sensor resolution of the S6500 (16MP) and the SZ-10 (14MP) is very close and they enjoy the exact same sensor size (1/2.3").

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The S6500 was introduced 24 months later than the SZ-10 making the cameras a generation apart from one another. Each of the cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).

Before getting in to a in depth comparison, below is a concise highlight of how the S6500 matches up versus the SZ-10 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

The following is a sample of the gallery pics for Nikon Coolpix S6500 and Olympus SZ-10. The whole galleries are viewable at Nikon S6500 Gallery and Olympus SZ-10 Gallery.

For anyone who is going to carry your camera frequently, you should factor its weight and dimensions. The Nikon S6500 enjoys exterior dimensions of 95mm x 58mm x 26mm (3.7" x 2.3" x 1.0") accompanied by a weight of 250 grams (0.55 lbs) and the Olympus SZ-10 has dimensions of 106mm x 67mm x 38mm (4.2" x 2.6" x 1.5") having a weight of 215 grams (0.47 lbs).

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Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you select at the time. Following is the front view size comparison of the S6500 and the SZ-10.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability score of the S6500 and SZ-10 is 92 and 90 respectively.

Typically, it is difficult to visualise the contrast in sensor sizing purely by viewing a spec sheet. The photograph underneath should give you a stronger sense of the sensor dimensions in the S6500 and SZ-10.

As you can see, both of these cameras posses the exact same sensor measurements but not the same megapixels. You should expect to see the Nikon S6500 to provide you with more detail using its extra 2MP. Greater resolution can also enable you to crop images somewhat more aggressively. The newer S6500 is going to have an advantage in sensor tech.