Nikon S6500 vs Olympus 7030

In this write-up, we will be comparing the Nikon S6500 and Olympus 7030, one is a Small Sensor Superzoom and the latter is a Small Sensor Compact by brands Nikon and Olympus. The sensor resolution of the S6500 (16MP) and the 7030 (14MP) is relatively similar and they use the same exact sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The S6500 was released 3 years after the 7030 which is quite a big gap as far as technology is concerned. Each of the cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before getting straight into a in depth comparison, below is a quick overview of how the S6500 scores against the 7030 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Below is a preview of the gallery photos for Nikon Coolpix S6500 and Olympus Stylus 7030. The complete galleries are provided at Nikon S6500 Gallery and Olympus 7030 Gallery.

In case you're going to carry around your camera often, you need to factor its weight and volume. The Nikon S6500 has got outside measurements of 95mm x 58mm x 26mm (3.7" x 2.3" x 1.0") with a weight of 250 grams (0.55 lbs) while the Olympus 7030 has sizing of 93mm x 56mm x 26mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 1.0") accompanied by a weight of 140 grams (0.31 lbs).

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Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you are employing during that time. Following is the front view measurements comparison of the S6500 versus the 7030.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the S6500 and 7030 is 92 and 95 respectively.

Normally, it is difficult to envision the difference between sensor sizes merely by reading a spec sheet. The picture underneath might give you a far better sense of the sensor measurements in the S6500 and 7030.

Clearly, both the cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing albeit not the same resolution. You should count on the Nikon S6500 to deliver more detail as a result of its extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also let you crop shots a little more aggressively. The younger S6500 is going to have a benefit in sensor innovation.