Nikon L100 vs Olympus SP-620 UZ
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Nikon L100 vs Olympus SP-620 UZ Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 10MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 640 x 480 video
- 28-420mm (F3.5-5.4) lens
- 360g - 110 x 72 x 78mm
- Launched February 2009
- Updated by Nikon L110
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 3200
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 25-525mm (F3.1-5.8) lens
- 435g - 110 x 74 x 74mm
- Released January 2012
- Succeeded the Olympus SP-610UZ

Nikon L100 vs Olympus SP-620 UZ Overview
On this page, we will be reviewing the Nikon L100 versus Olympus SP-620 UZ, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras by manufacturers Nikon and Olympus. There exists a huge gap between the image resolutions of the L100 (10MP) and SP-620 UZ (16MP) but both cameras offer the same sensor measurements (1/2.3").

The L100 was brought out 3 years prior to the SP-620 UZ which is quite a significant gap as far as technology is concerned. Both of the cameras have the same body design (Compact).
Before delving into a full comparison, here is a short summation of how the L100 scores vs the SP-620 UZ with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Nikon L100 vs Olympus SP-620 UZ Gallery
This is a preview of the gallery photos for Nikon Coolpix L100 and Olympus SP-620 UZ. The entire galleries are provided at Nikon L100 Gallery and Olympus SP-620 UZ Gallery.
Reasons to pick Nikon L100 over the Olympus SP-620 UZ
L100 | SP-620 UZ | |||
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Manually focus | ![]() | Dial exact focusing |
Reasons to pick Olympus SP-620 UZ over the Nikon L100
SP-620 UZ | L100 | |||
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Released | January 2012 | ![]() | February 2009 | Newer by 35 months |
Common features in the Nikon L100 and Olympus SP-620 UZ
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Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Screen dimensions | 3" | ![]() | 3" | Equal screen measurements |
Screen resolution | 230k | ![]() | 230k | Identical screen resolution |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither offers selfie screen | ||
Touch screen | ![]() | No Touch screen |
Nikon L100 vs Olympus SP-620 UZ Physical Comparison
If you are looking to travel with your camera often, you will want to take into account its weight and volume. The Nikon L100 offers outside dimensions of 110mm x 72mm x 78mm (4.3" x 2.8" x 3.1") and a weight of 360 grams (0.79 lbs) whilst the Olympus SP-620 UZ has sizing of 110mm x 74mm x 74mm (4.3" x 2.9" x 2.9") accompanied by a weight of 435 grams (0.96 lbs).
See the Nikon L100 versus Olympus SP-620 UZ in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you select at that time. Here is a front view dimensions comparison of the L100 and the SP-620 UZ.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability score of the L100 and SP-620 UZ is 79 and 78 respectively.

Nikon L100 vs Olympus SP-620 UZ Sensor Comparison
Sometimes, it's hard to visualize the difference between sensor dimensions simply by going over specifications. The picture underneath might provide you a more clear sense of the sensor dimensions in the L100 and SP-620 UZ.
Plainly, both the cameras provide the same sensor dimensions albeit different resolution. You should count on the Olympus SP-620 UZ to offer you greater detail having its extra 6MP. Higher resolution can also help you crop shots more aggressively. The more aged L100 is going to be behind in sensor technology.

Nikon L100 vs Olympus SP-620 UZ Screen and ViewFinder


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Nikon L100 vs Olympus SP-620 UZ Specifications
Nikon Coolpix L100 | Olympus SP-620 UZ | |
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General Information | ||
Company | Nikon | Olympus |
Model type | Nikon Coolpix L100 | Olympus SP-620 UZ |
Type | Small Sensor Superzoom | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Launched | 2009-02-03 | 2012-01-10 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Chip | - | TruePic III+ |
Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 6.08 x 4.56mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor surface area | 27.7mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 10 megapixel | 16 megapixel |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Max resolution | 3648 x 2736 | 4608 x 3456 |
Max native ISO | 3200 | 3200 |
Min native ISO | 80 | 100 |
RAW pictures | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
Touch focus | ||
Continuous AF | ||
AF single | ||
Tracking AF | ||
AF selectice | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
AF multi area | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detection focusing | ||
Contract detection focusing | ||
Phase detection focusing | ||
Cross type focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 28-420mm (15.0x) | 25-525mm (21.0x) |
Max aperture | f/3.5-5.4 | f/3.1-5.8 |
Macro focusing range | 1cm | 1cm |
Crop factor | 5.9 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Range of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen diagonal | 3" | 3" |
Screen resolution | 230k dot | 230k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch function | ||
Screen tech | - | TFT Color LCD |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 8 seconds | 4 seconds |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/2000 seconds | 1/1500 seconds |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Custom WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash distance | - | 6.00 m |
Flash options | Auto, Fill-in, Red-Eye reduction, Slow, Off | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Fill-in |
External flash | ||
AE bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 180 (30fps) |
Max video resolution | 640x480 | 1280x720 |
Video format | Motion JPEG | MPEG-4, H.264 |
Microphone jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | Eye-Fi Connected |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environment seal | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 360 grams (0.79 pounds) | 435 grams (0.96 pounds) |
Physical dimensions | 110 x 72 x 78mm (4.3" x 2.8" x 3.1") | 110 x 74 x 74mm (4.3" x 2.9" x 2.9") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light rating | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery ID | 4 x AA | 4 x AA |
Self timer | Yes (3 or 10 sec) | Yes (2 or 12 sec, pet auto shutter) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Storage media | SD/SDHC card, Internal | SD/SDHC/SDXC |
Storage slots | One | One |
Pricing at release | $399 | $199 |