Nikon L110 vs Olympus SP-565UZ
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Nikon L110 vs Olympus SP-565UZ Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 1600 (Increase to 6400)
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 28-420mm (F3.5-5.4) lens
- 406g - 109 x 74 x 78mm
- Revealed February 2010
- Superseded the Nikon L100
- Refreshed by Nikon L120
(Full Review)
- 10MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.5" Fixed Screen
- ISO 64 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 640 x 480 video
- 26-520mm (F2.8-4.5) lens
- 413g - 116 x 84 x 81mm
- Launched January 2009

Nikon L110 vs Olympus SP-565UZ Overview
Here is a extensive assessment of the Nikon L110 and Olympus SP-565UZ, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras by rivals Nikon and Olympus. The image resolution of the L110 (12MP) and the SP-565UZ (10MP) is relatively close and they feature the same exact sensor sizing (1/2.3").

The L110 was brought out 13 months later than the SP-565UZ which makes the cameras a generation apart from one another. Both of these cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).
Before going in to a in depth comparison, below is a brief synopsis of how the L110 scores versus the SP-565UZ in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Nikon L110 vs Olympus SP-565UZ Gallery
Following is a preview of the gallery photos for Nikon Coolpix L110 and Olympus SP-565UZ. The entire galleries are available at Nikon L110 Gallery and Olympus SP-565UZ Gallery.
Reasons to pick Nikon L110 over the Olympus SP-565UZ
L110 | SP-565UZ | |||
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Launched | February 2010 | ![]() | January 2009 | Fresher by 13 months |
Screen sizing | 3" | ![]() | 2.5" | Bigger screen (+0.5") |
Screen resolution | 460k | ![]() | 230k | Sharper screen (+230k dot) |
Reasons to pick Olympus SP-565UZ over the Nikon L110
SP-565UZ | L110 | |||
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Focus manually | ![]() | Very exact focusing |
Common features in the Nikon L110 and Olympus SP-565UZ
L110 | SP-565UZ | |||
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Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Absent selfie screen | ||
Touch friendly screen | ![]() | Neither comes with Touch friendly screen |
Nikon L110 vs Olympus SP-565UZ Physical Comparison
For those who are going to carry your camera, you need to think about its weight and volume. The Nikon L110 comes with physical measurements of 109mm x 74mm x 78mm (4.3" x 2.9" x 3.1") along with a weight of 406 grams (0.90 lbs) and the Olympus SP-565UZ has sizing of 116mm x 84mm x 81mm (4.6" x 3.3" x 3.2") having a weight of 413 grams (0.91 lbs).
See the Nikon L110 and Olympus SP-565UZ in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you choose at that time. Here is the front view dimensions comparison of the L110 and the SP-565UZ.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability score of the L110 and SP-565UZ is 77 and 72 respectively.

Nikon L110 vs Olympus SP-565UZ Sensor Comparison
More often than not, it is very hard to imagine the gap in sensor sizing simply by viewing specs. The visual here may offer you a clearer sense of the sensor sizing in the L110 and SP-565UZ.
As you can plainly see, both of these cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing albeit different megapixels. You should count on the Nikon L110 to provide you with more detail having its extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also help you crop pictures a little more aggressively. The fresher L110 should have a benefit with regard to sensor tech.

Nikon L110 vs Olympus SP-565UZ Screen and ViewFinder


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Nikon L110 vs Olympus SP-565UZ Specifications
Nikon Coolpix L110 | Olympus SP-565UZ | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | Nikon | Olympus |
Model type | Nikon Coolpix L110 | Olympus SP-565UZ |
Class | Small Sensor Superzoom | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Revealed | 2010-02-03 | 2009-01-15 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor Chip | Expeed C2 | - |
Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.08 x 4.56mm |
Sensor surface area | 28.1mm² | 27.7mm² |
Sensor resolution | 12 megapixel | 10 megapixel |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Highest Possible resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 3648 x 2736 |
Maximum native ISO | 1600 | 6400 |
Maximum enhanced ISO | 6400 | - |
Minimum native ISO | 80 | 64 |
RAW images | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
Touch focus | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detection focus | ||
Contract detection focus | ||
Phase detection focus | ||
Total focus points | - | 143 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 28-420mm (15.0x) | 26-520mm (20.0x) |
Maximum aperture | f/3.5-5.4 | f/2.8-4.5 |
Macro focusing distance | 1cm | 1cm |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Range of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen size | 3 inches | 2.5 inches |
Resolution of screen | 460 thousand dot | 230 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch functionality | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | Electronic |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 8 secs | 1 secs |
Max shutter speed | 1/2000 secs | 1/2000 secs |
Continuous shutter speed | 13.0fps | 1.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Exposure compensation | - | Yes |
Change white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash distance | - | 6.40 m (ISO 200) |
Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Fill-in, Slow Syncro | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye reduction, Slow Sync |
External flash | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) | 640 x 480 @ 30 fps/15 fps, 320 x 240 @ 30 fps/15 fps |
Maximum video resolution | 1280x720 | 640x480 |
Video file format | H.264 | - |
Mic input | ||
Headphone input | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | None |
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 | 406g (0.90 lb) | 413g (0.91 lb) |
Dimensions | 109 x 74 x 78mm (4.3" x 2.9" x 3.1") | 116 x 84 x 81mm (4.6" x 3.3" x 3.2") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall rating | not tested | 30 |
DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | 18.7 |
DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | 10.1 |
DXO Low light rating | not tested | 68 |
Other | ||
Battery ID | 4 x AA | 4 x AA |
Self timer | Yes (3 sec or 10 sec) | Yes (12 or 2 sec) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Storage media | SD/SDHC, Internal | xD Picture Card, Internal |
Storage slots | Single | Single |
Launch pricing | $280 | $400 |