Nikon L19 vs Olympus TG-820 iHS
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Nikon L19 vs Olympus TG-820 iHS Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 8MP - 1/2.5" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 64 - 1600
- 640 x 480 video
- ()mm (F3.1-6.7) lens
- 130g - 97 x 61 x 29mm
- Released February 2009
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 6400
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 28-140mm (F3.9-5.9) lens
- 206g - 101 x 65 x 26mm
- Introduced February 2012
Nikon L19 vs Olympus TG-820 iHS Overview
Let's look a bit more in depth at the Nikon L19 and Olympus TG-820 iHS, one being a Small Sensor Compact and the latter is a Waterproof by competitors Nikon and Olympus. There exists a crucial gap among the image resolutions of the L19 (8MP) and TG-820 iHS (12MP) and the L19 (1/2.5") and TG-820 iHS (1/2.3") enjoy totally different sensor sizing.
Samsung Releases Faster Versions of EVO MicroSD CardsThe L19 was released 4 years earlier than the TG-820 iHS and that is a fairly serious gap as far as camera technology is concerned. The two cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).
Before going straight into a comprehensive comparison, below is a quick summary of how the L19 scores versus the TG-820 iHS in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.
Nikon L19 vs Olympus TG-820 iHS Gallery
Here is a preview of the gallery photos for Nikon Coolpix L19 and Olympus TG-820 iHS. The complete galleries are viewable at Nikon L19 Gallery and Olympus TG-820 iHS Gallery.
Reasons to pick Nikon L19 over the Olympus TG-820 iHS
L19 | TG-820 iHS |
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Reasons to pick Olympus TG-820 iHS over the Nikon L19
TG-820 iHS | L19 | |||
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Introduced | February 2012 | February 2009 | Fresher by 36 months | |
Screen sizing | 3" | 2.7" | Bigger screen (+0.3") | |
Screen resolution | 1030k | 230k | Sharper screen (+800k dot) |
Common features in the Nikon L19 and Olympus TG-820 iHS
L19 | TG-820 iHS | |||
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Manual focus | Lack of manual focusing | |||
Screen type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed screen | |
Selfie screen | Neither includes selfie screen | |||
Touch friendly screen | Neither includes Touch friendly screen |
Nikon L19 vs Olympus TG-820 iHS Physical Comparison
For anyone who is intending to carry your camera, you have to consider its weight and size. The Nikon L19 features outside dimensions of 97mm x 61mm x 29mm (3.8" x 2.4" x 1.1") along with a weight of 130 grams (0.29 lbs) whilst the Olympus TG-820 iHS has specifications of 101mm x 65mm x 26mm (4.0" x 2.6" x 1.0") along with a weight of 206 grams (0.45 lbs).
Analyze the Nikon L19 and Olympus TG-820 iHS in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you have chosen during that time. Here is the front view dimensions comparison of the L19 and the TG-820 iHS.
Considering dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the L19 and TG-820 iHS is 94 and 92 respectively.
Nikon L19 vs Olympus TG-820 iHS Sensor Comparison
Quite often, it can be difficult to visualise the gap in sensor sizing simply by checking out a spec sheet. The visual below will help provide you a much better sense of the sensor dimensions in the L19 and TG-820 iHS.
Clearly, each of the cameras enjoy different megapixel count and different sensor sizing. The L19 featuring a smaller sensor will make achieving shallower depth of field tougher and the Olympus TG-820 iHS will show greater detail as a result of its extra 4 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also allow you to crop shots far more aggressively. The older L19 will be behind with regard to sensor tech.
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Nikon L19 vs Olympus TG-820 iHS Specifications
Nikon Coolpix L19 | Olympus TG-820 iHS | |
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General Information | ||
Make | Nikon | Olympus |
Model type | Nikon Coolpix L19 | Olympus TG-820 iHS |
Class | Small Sensor Compact | Waterproof |
Released | 2009-02-03 | 2012-02-08 |
Physical type | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Chip | - | TruePic VI |
Sensor type | CCD | CMOS |
Sensor size | 1/2.5" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 5.744 x 4.308mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor area | 24.7mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 8MP | 12MP |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | - |
Maximum resolution | 3264 x 2448 | 3968 x 2976 |
Maximum native ISO | 1600 | 6400 |
Lowest native ISO | 64 | 100 |
RAW data | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detection autofocus | ||
Contract detection autofocus | ||
Phase detection autofocus | ||
Lens | ||
Lens support | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | () | 28-140mm (5.0x) |
Maximal aperture | f/3.1-6.7 | f/3.9-5.9 |
Macro focusing distance | 5cm | 1cm |
Focal length multiplier | 6.3 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen diagonal | 2.7 inches | 3 inches |
Resolution of screen | 230k dots | 1,030k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch screen | ||
Screen tech | - | HyperCrystal III TFT Color LCD |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 8 seconds | 4 seconds |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/2000 seconds | 1/2000 seconds |
Continuous shooting rate | - | 5.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Set white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash distance | - | 3.50 m |
Flash modes | Auto, Fill-in, Red-Eye reduction, Slow, Off | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Fill-in |
External flash | ||
AEB | ||
WB 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) | 1920 x 1080 (30 fps)1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 180 (30fps) |
Maximum video resolution | 640x480 | 1920x1080 |
Video data format | Motion JPEG | 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 | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental sealing | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 130 grams (0.29 lbs) | 206 grams (0.45 lbs) |
Dimensions | 97 x 61 x 29mm (3.8" x 2.4" x 1.1") | 101 x 65 x 26mm (4.0" x 2.6" x 1.0") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around 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 life | - | 220 pictures |
Form of battery | - | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | 2 x AA | LI-50B |
Self timer | Yes | Yes (2 or 12 sec, pet auto shutter) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Storage type | SD/SDHC card, Internal | SD/SDHC/SDXC |
Card slots | Single | Single |
Launch pricing | $0 | $500 |