Nikon L120 vs Olympus SP-810 UZ

Here is a extensive review of the Nikon L120 vs Olympus SP-810 UZ, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras by companies Nikon and Olympus. The resolution of the L120 (14MP) and the SP-810 UZ (14MP) is fairly well matched and they use the same exact sensor size (1/2.3").

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The L120 was introduced 5 months earlier than the SP-810 UZ which means that they are both of a similar generation. The two cameras offer different body type with the Nikon L120 being a Compact camera and the Olympus SP-810 UZ being a SLR-like (bridge) camera.

Before delving straight into a in-depth comparison, below is a short view of how the L120 grades versus the SP-810 UZ with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Here is a sample of the gallery pictures for Nikon Coolpix L120 and Olympus SP-810 UZ. The whole galleries are viewable at Nikon L120 Gallery and Olympus SP-810 UZ Gallery.

If you're intending to carry your camera often, you have to take into account its weight and volume. The Nikon L120 comes with physical dimensions of 110mm x 77mm x 78mm (4.3" x 3.0" x 3.1") accompanied by a weight of 431 grams (0.95 lbs) and the Olympus SP-810 UZ has sizing of 106mm x 76mm x 74mm (4.2" x 3.0" x 2.9") along with a weight of 413 grams (0.91 lbs).

Check the Nikon L120 vs Olympus SP-810 UZ in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you are employing at the time. Underneath is the front view sizing comparison of the L120 and the SP-810 UZ.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability score of the L120 and SP-810 UZ is 75 and 78 respectively.

Sometimes, it's tough to visualize the contrast between sensor sizing only by looking at specs. The visual below will offer you a greater sense of the sensor dimensions in the L120 and SP-810 UZ.

All in all, both of the cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing and the identical megapixels therefore you should expect similar quality of files but you really should take the production date of the products into consideration.