Nikon S9100 vs Olympus SZ-10

On this page, we will be evaluating the Nikon S9100 versus Olympus SZ-10, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras by companies Nikon and Olympus. The resolution of the S9100 (12MP) and the SZ-10 (14MP) is relatively close and both cameras provide the same sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The S9100 was introduced 6 months later than the SZ-10 so they are both of a similar age. The two cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before we go into a full comparison, here is a brief overview of how the S9100 scores versus the SZ-10 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

The following is a preview of the gallery photos for Nikon Coolpix S9100 & Olympus SZ-10. The whole galleries are viewable at Nikon S9100 Gallery & Olympus SZ-10 Gallery.

For those who are planning to carry your camera frequently, you'll need to take into account its weight and proportions. The Nikon S9100 offers external measurements of 105mm x 62mm x 35mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.4") with a weight of 214 grams (0.47 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).

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Keep in mind, the weight of an ILC will change based on the lens you have attached during that time. Here is a front view overall size comparison of the S9100 vs the SZ-10.

Using size and weight, the portability score of the S9100 and SZ-10 is 91 and 90 respectively.

In many cases, its difficult to visualise the difference in sensor sizing purely by viewing a spec sheet. The photograph underneath should offer you a far better sense of the sensor sizing in the S9100 and SZ-10.

As you can see, each of these cameras provide the same sensor dimensions albeit not the same MP. You can count on the Olympus SZ-10 to render greater detail using its extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also let you crop pictures more aggressively.