Nikon S9500 vs Olympus SP-600 UZ

In this write-up, we are evaluating the Nikon S9500 versus Olympus SP-600 UZ, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras by competitors Nikon and Olympus. There is a large difference between the image resolutions of the S9500 (18MP) and SP-600 UZ (12MP) but they come with the same exact sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The S9500 was revealed 3 years after the SP-600 UZ which is quite a serious difference as far as tech is concerned. Each of the cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before delving straight into a detailed comparison, below is a quick summary of how the S9500 grades versus the SP-600 UZ with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

The following is a sample of the gallery pics for Nikon Coolpix S9500 & Olympus SP-600 UZ. The full galleries are available at Nikon S9500 Gallery & Olympus SP-600 UZ Gallery.

For anyone who is intending to travel with your camera frequently, you're going to have to factor its weight and measurements. The Nikon S9500 provides physical measurements of 110mm x 60mm x 31mm (4.3" x 2.4" x 1.2") and a weight of 205 grams (0.45 lbs) whilst the Olympus SP-600 UZ has proportions of 110mm x 90mm x 91mm (4.3" x 3.5" x 3.6") and a weight of 455 grams (1.00 lbs).

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Bear in mind, the weight of an ILC will differ depending on the lens you have at that moment. Here is the front view dimensions comparison of the S9500 versus the SP-600 UZ.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability grade of the S9500 and SP-600 UZ is 92 and 69 respectively.

Often, it is very hard to visualise the contrast between sensor dimensions only by reviewing specs. The pic below may offer you a clearer sense of the sensor sizing in the S9500 and SP-600 UZ.

All in all, the 2 cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing but not the same megapixels. You can expect to see the Nikon S9500 to deliver more detail because of its extra 6MP. Greater resolution can also help you crop photos a little more aggressively. The fresher S9500 will have an advantage with regard to sensor tech.