Nikon L21 vs Olympus SP-820UZ

In this write-up, we will be evaluating the Nikon L21 and Olympus SP-820UZ, former is a Small Sensor Compact while the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom by rivals Nikon and Olympus. There exists a substantial gap between the sensor resolutions of the L21 (8MP) and SP-820UZ (14MP) but they use the same exact sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The L21 was unveiled 3 years earlier than the SP-820UZ which is quite a big difference as far as technology is concerned. Each of the cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before delving through a in depth comparison, below is a simple summation of how the L21 scores vs the SP-820UZ in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Following is a preview of the gallery photos for Nikon Coolpix L21 & Olympus Stylus SP-820UZ. The full galleries are provided at Nikon L21 Gallery & Olympus SP-820UZ Gallery.

When you are intending to travel with your camera regularly, you'll have to consider its weight and volume. The Nikon L21 comes with external measurements of 92mm x 67mm x 28mm (3.6" x 2.6" x 1.1") and a weight of 169 grams (0.37 lbs) and the Olympus SP-820UZ has sizing of 117mm x 78mm x 93mm (4.6" x 3.1" x 3.7") with a weight of 485 grams (1.07 lbs).

Contrast the Nikon L21 and Olympus SP-820UZ in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Do not forget, the weight of an ILC will change depending on the lens you have chosen during that time. Below is the front view proportions comparison of the L21 compared to the SP-820UZ.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability score of the L21 and SP-820UZ is 93 and 69 respectively.

Sometimes, its tough to visualize the contrast between sensor dimensions purely by reading through a spec sheet. The picture below will offer you a much better sense of the sensor sizing in the L21 and SP-820UZ.

As you can see, both the cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing albeit different MP. You can count on the Olympus SP-820UZ to resolve more detail having an extra 6 Megapixels. Higher resolution will allow you to crop shots a little more aggressively. The more aged L21 is going to be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor technology.