Nikon AW100 vs Olympus SP-820UZ
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Nikon AW100 vs Olympus SP-820UZ Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 125 - 3200
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 28-140mm (F3.9-4.8) lens
- 178g - 110 x 65 x 23mm
- Released August 2011
- Renewed by Nikon AW110
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 6400
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 22-896mm (F3.4-5.7) lens
- 485g - 117 x 78 x 93mm
- Announced August 2012
- Older Model is Olympus SP-820UZ
- Later Model is Olympus SP-820UZ

Nikon AW100 vs Olympus SP-820UZ Overview
Below, we will be matching up the Nikon AW100 versus Olympus SP-820UZ, one being a Waterproof and the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom by manufacturers Nikon and Olympus. The resolution of the AW100 (16MP) and the SP-820UZ (14MP) is pretty comparable and they use the exact same sensor size (1/2.3").

The AW100 was introduced 12 months earlier than the SP-820UZ so they are both of a similar generation. Each of these cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).
Before going in to a in depth comparison, below is a quick synopsis of how the AW100 grades versus the SP-820UZ with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Nikon AW100 vs Olympus SP-820UZ Gallery
This is a preview of the gallery images for Nikon Coolpix AW100 and Olympus Stylus SP-820UZ. The whole galleries are viewable at Nikon AW100 Gallery and Olympus SP-820UZ Gallery.
Reasons to pick Nikon AW100 over the Olympus SP-820UZ
AW100 | SP-820UZ |
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Reasons to pick Olympus SP-820UZ over the Nikon AW100
SP-820UZ | AW100 | |||
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Announced | August 2012 | ![]() | August 2011 | Fresher by 12 months |
Common features in the Nikon AW100 and Olympus SP-820UZ
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Focus manually | ![]() | No manual focusing | ||
Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Screen dimension | 3" | ![]() | 3" | Identical screen size |
Screen resolution | 460k | ![]() | 460k | Identical screen resolution |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither contains selfie screen | ||
Touch friendly screen | ![]() | Neither contains Touch friendly screen |
Nikon AW100 vs Olympus SP-820UZ Physical Comparison
In case you're intending to carry your camera frequently, you should factor its weight and proportions. The Nikon AW100 has got exterior measurements of 110mm x 65mm x 23mm (4.3" x 2.6" x 0.9") and a weight of 178 grams (0.39 lbs) and the Olympus SP-820UZ has measurements of 117mm x 78mm x 93mm (4.6" x 3.1" x 3.7") with a weight of 485 grams (1.07 lbs).
Check the Nikon AW100 versus Olympus SP-820UZ in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you use at that moment. Below is the front view scale comparison of the AW100 and the SP-820UZ.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the AW100 and SP-820UZ is 93 and 69 respectively.

Nikon AW100 vs Olympus SP-820UZ Sensor Comparison
Sometimes, it can be hard to visualise the gap in sensor sizing simply by checking out specs. The graphic underneath might provide you a stronger sense of the sensor sizing in the AW100 and SP-820UZ.
As you can plainly see, each of the cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements albeit not the same megapixels. You should expect the Nikon AW100 to produce greater detail using its extra 2MP. Higher resolution will also let you crop pictures much more aggressively. The older AW100 will be disadvantaged in sensor technology.

Nikon AW100 vs Olympus SP-820UZ Screen and ViewFinder


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Nikon AW100 vs Olympus SP-820UZ Specifications
Nikon Coolpix AW100 | Olympus Stylus SP-820UZ | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | Nikon | Olympus |
Model | Nikon Coolpix AW100 | Olympus Stylus SP-820UZ |
Type | Waterproof | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Released | 2011-08-24 | 2012-08-21 |
Physical type | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | CMOS | CMOS |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor surface area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16MP | 14MP |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | - | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Highest Possible resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 4288 x 3216 |
Maximum native ISO | 3200 | 6400 |
Lowest native ISO | 125 | 80 |
RAW files | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
AF touch | ||
Continuous AF | ||
AF single | ||
AF tracking | ||
AF selectice | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
AF multi area | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detection AF | ||
Contract detection AF | ||
Phase detection AF | ||
Cross focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 28-140mm (5.0x) | 22-896mm (40.7x) |
Highest aperture | f/3.9-4.8 | f/3.4-5.7 |
Macro focus distance | - | 1cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen diagonal | 3" | 3" |
Screen resolution | 460k dots | 460k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch capability | ||
Screen tech | TFT LCD | TFT Color LCD |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 4 secs | 4 secs |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/2000 secs | 1/2000 secs |
Continuous shutter rate | 3.0fps | 2.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Set WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash range | - | 15.00 m |
Flash modes | - | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Fill-in |
External flash | ||
AEB | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1920 x 1080, 1280 x 720 (60 fps),640 x 480 (120 fps), 320 x 240 (240 fps) | 1920 x 1080 (30 fps), 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30, 120 fps), 320 x 180 (30, 240 fps) |
Maximum video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1920x1080 |
Video file format | MPEG-4, H.264 | MPEG-4, H.264 |
Microphone port | ||
Headphone port | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | BuiltIn | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 178g (0.39 lb) | 485g (1.07 lb) |
Dimensions | 110 x 65 x 23mm (4.3" x 2.6" x 0.9") | 117 x 78 x 93mm (4.6" x 3.1" x 3.7") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light score | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery model | EN-EL12 | - |
Self timer | - | Yes (2 or 12 sec, pet auto shutter) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Type of storage | SD / SDHC/SDXC | SD/SDHC/SDXC |
Card slots | 1 | 1 |
Price at release | $299 | $299 |