Nikon AW110 vs Olympus SP-820UZ

Below, we will be matching up the Nikon AW110 and Olympus SP-820UZ, one is a Waterproof and the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom by manufacturers Nikon and Olympus. The image resolution of the AW110 (16MP) and the SP-820UZ (14MP) is pretty well matched and they enjoy the exact same sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The AW110 was brought out 11 months after the SP-820UZ so they are of a similar generation. Both of these cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).

Before getting in to a in-depth comparison, below is a short synopsis of how the AW110 scores versus the SP-820UZ when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Following is a preview of the gallery images for Nikon Coolpix AW110 and Olympus Stylus SP-820UZ. The entire galleries are available at Nikon AW110 Gallery and Olympus SP-820UZ Gallery.

For those who are intending to travel with your camera often, you'll have to factor in its weight and volume. The Nikon AW110 features outside measurements of 110mm x 65mm x 25mm (4.3" x 2.6" x 1.0") and a weight of 193 grams (0.43 lbs) and the Olympus SP-820UZ has sizing of 117mm x 78mm x 93mm (4.6" x 3.1" x 3.7") along with a weight of 485 grams (1.07 lbs).

Look at the Nikon AW110 and Olympus SP-820UZ in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you are utilising at that moment. Here is the front view physical size comparison of the AW110 against the SP-820UZ.

Using size and weight, the portability rating of the AW110 and SP-820UZ is 92 and 69 respectively.

Generally, it is very hard to visualize the gap between sensor dimensions merely by looking at a spec sheet. The picture underneath might give you a clearer sense of the sensor sizing in the AW110 and SP-820UZ.

Clearly, each of the cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements albeit different resolution. You should expect the Nikon AW110 to give you extra detail having its extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also allow you to crop pictures much more aggressively. The younger AW110 provides an advantage with regard to sensor innovation.