Nikon S800c vs Olympus SZ-10

Below is a extended comparison of the Nikon S800c versus Olympus SZ-10, one being a Small Sensor Compact and the other is a Small Sensor Superzoom by brands Nikon and Olympus. The resolution of the S800c (16MP) and the SZ-10 (14MP) is very close and they enjoy the exact same sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The S800c was manufactured 2 years later than the SZ-10 and that is a fairly sizable gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Both of these cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).

Before going in to a complete comparison, below is a concise summation of how the S800c scores against the SZ-10 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Following is a sample of the gallery pics for Nikon Coolpix S800c and Olympus SZ-10. The entire galleries are provided at Nikon S800c Gallery and Olympus SZ-10 Gallery.

When you are planning to lug around your camera, you're going to have to consider its weight and proportions. The Nikon S800c provides physical measurements of 111mm x 60mm x 27mm (4.4" x 2.4" x 1.1") with a weight of 184 grams (0.41 lbs) and the Olympus SZ-10 has measurements of 106mm x 67mm x 38mm (4.2" x 2.6" x 1.5") along with a weight of 215 grams (0.47 lbs).

Look at the Nikon S800c versus Olympus SZ-10 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you are using during that time. Below is the front view sizing comparison of the S800c and the SZ-10.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the S800c and SZ-10 is 93 and 90 respectively.

Normally, it can be tough to visualise the contrast in sensor measurements only by researching technical specs. The graphic below might offer you a far better sense of the sensor sizing in the S800c and SZ-10.

As you can tell, the 2 cameras posses the exact same sensor measurements but not the same megapixels. You should expect to see the Nikon S800c to render more detail due to its extra 2MP. Greater resolution will help you crop photos somewhat more aggressively. The more recent S800c will have a benefit with regard to sensor tech.