Nikon L24 vs Olympus SP-620 UZ
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Nikon L24 vs Olympus SP-620 UZ Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 6400
- 640 x 480 video
- 37-134mm (F3.1-6.7) lens
- 182g - 98 x 61 x 28mm
- Announced February 2011
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 3200
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 25-525mm (F3.1-5.8) lens
- 435g - 110 x 74 x 74mm
- Launched January 2012
- Superseded the Olympus SP-610UZ
Photography Glossary Nikon L24 vs Olympus SP-620 UZ Overview
Following is a comprehensive review of the Nikon L24 and Olympus SP-620 UZ, former is a Small Sensor Compact while the other is a Small Sensor Superzoom by rivals Nikon and Olympus. The resolution of the L24 (14MP) and the SP-620 UZ (16MP) is very well matched and they feature the same exact sensor size (1/2.3").
Meta to Introduce 'AI-Generated' Labels for Media starting next monthThe L24 was manufactured 11 months earlier than the SP-620 UZ so they are of a similar age. Each of the cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).
Before diving in to a more detailed comparison, below is a simple overview of how the L24 grades against the SP-620 UZ with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.
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This is a sample of the gallery pics for Nikon Coolpix L24 & Olympus SP-620 UZ. The entire galleries are available at Nikon L24 Gallery & Olympus SP-620 UZ Gallery.
Reasons to pick Nikon L24 over the Olympus SP-620 UZ
| L24 | SP-620 UZ |
|---|
Reasons to pick Olympus SP-620 UZ over the Nikon L24
| SP-620 UZ | L24 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Launched | January 2012 |  | February 2011 | More modern by 11 months |
Common features in the Nikon L24 and Olympus SP-620 UZ
| L24 | SP-620 UZ | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Focus manually |  | No manual focus | ||
| Display type | Fixed |  | Fixed | Fixed display |
| Display sizing | 3" |  | 3" | Equivalent display size |
| Display resolution | 230k |  | 230k | Same display resolution |
| Selfie screen |  | Lacking selfie screen | ||
| Touch friendly display |  | Lacking Touch friendly display |
Nikon L24 vs Olympus SP-620 UZ Physical Comparison
For those who are looking to carry around your camera often, you need to factor its weight and proportions. The Nikon L24 features exterior dimensions of 98mm x 61mm x 28mm (3.9" x 2.4" x 1.1") and a weight of 182 grams (0.40 lbs) whilst the Olympus SP-620 UZ has measurements of 110mm x 74mm x 74mm (4.3" x 2.9" x 2.9") with a weight of 435 grams (0.96 lbs).
Contrast the Nikon L24 and Olympus SP-620 UZ in our completely new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Take into consideration, the weight of an ILC will differ dependant on the lens you have at that moment. Following is the front view physical size comparison of the L24 versus the SP-620 UZ.
Looking at size and weight, the portability rating of the L24 and SP-620 UZ is 93 and 78 respectively.
Nikon L24 vs Olympus SP-620 UZ Sensor Comparison
Usually, its hard to visualize the difference between sensor sizes merely by reading through specs. The pic below may provide you a greater sense of the sensor dimensions in the L24 and SP-620 UZ.
All in all, both cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing but different megapixels. You can expect to see the Olympus SP-620 UZ to give greater detail due to its extra 2MP. Greater resolution will make it easier to crop pics a little more aggressively. The more aged L24 is going to be behind with regard to sensor innovation.
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Nikon L24 vs Olympus SP-620 UZ Specifications
| Nikon Coolpix L24 | Olympus SP-620 UZ | |
|---|---|---|
| General Information | ||
| Company | Nikon | Olympus |
| Model | Nikon Coolpix L24 | Olympus SP-620 UZ |
| Category | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Superzoom |
| Announced | 2011-02-09 | 2012-01-10 |
| Physical type | Compact | Compact |
| Sensor Information | ||
| Processor | Expeed C2 | TruePic III+ |
| Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
| Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
| Sensor dimensions | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
| Sensor area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
| Sensor resolution | 14MP | 16MP |
| Anti aliasing filter | ||
| Aspect ratio | - | 4:3 and 16:9 |
| Peak resolution | 4320 x 3240 | 4608 x 3456 |
| Highest native ISO | 6400 | 3200 |
| Min native ISO | 80 | 100 |
| RAW support | ||
| Autofocusing | ||
| Manual focus | ||
| AF touch | ||
| AF continuous | ||
| Single AF | ||
| AF tracking | ||
| Selective AF | ||
| AF center weighted | ||
| Multi area AF | ||
| AF live view | ||
| Face detect AF | ||
| Contract detect AF | ||
| Phase detect AF | ||
| Number of focus points | 9 | - |
| Cross focus points | - | - |
| Lens | ||
| Lens mount | fixed lens | fixed lens |
| Lens focal range | 37-134mm (3.6x) | 25-525mm (21.0x) |
| Highest aperture | f/3.1-6.7 | f/3.1-5.8 |
| Macro focus distance | 5cm | 1cm |
| Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.8 |
| Screen | ||
| Type of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
| Display sizing | 3 inches | 3 inches |
| Resolution of display | 230 thousand dots | 230 thousand dots |
| Selfie friendly | ||
| Liveview | ||
| Touch screen | ||
| Display technology | TFT LCD | TFT Color LCD |
| Viewfinder Information | ||
| Viewfinder type | None | None |
| Features | ||
| Minimum shutter speed | 4 seconds | 4 seconds |
| Fastest shutter speed | 1/4000 seconds | 1/1500 seconds |
| Continuous shutter rate | 1.0 frames/s | - |
| Shutter priority | ||
| Aperture priority | ||
| Expose Manually | ||
| Set WB | ||
| Image stabilization | ||
| Built-in flash | ||
| Flash range | 7.00 m | 6.00 m |
| Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Fill-in |
| Hot shoe | ||
| AEB | ||
| WB bracketing | ||
| Exposure | ||
| Multisegment | ||
| Average | ||
| Spot | ||
| Partial | ||
| AF area | ||
| Center weighted | ||
| Video features | ||
| Supported video resolutions | 640 x 480 (30fps) | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 180 (30fps) |
| Highest video resolution | 640x480 | 1280x720 |
| Video format | Motion JPEG | MPEG-4, H.264 |
| Mic support | ||
| Headphone support | ||
| 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 | ||
| Environmental sealing | ||
| Water proof | ||
| Dust proof | ||
| Shock proof | ||
| Crush proof | ||
| Freeze proof | ||
| Weight | 182g (0.40 pounds) | 435g (0.96 pounds) |
| Dimensions | 98 x 61 x 28mm (3.9" x 2.4" x 1.1") | 110 x 74 x 74mm (4.3" x 2.9" x 2.9") |
| DXO scores | ||
| DXO Overall score | not tested | not tested |
| DXO Color Depth score | not tested | not tested |
| DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | not tested |
| DXO Low light score | not tested | not tested |
| Other | ||
| Battery life | 220 pictures | - |
| Form of battery | AA | - |
| Battery model | 2 x AA | 4 x AA |
| Self timer | Yes (10 or 2 sec) | Yes (2 or 12 sec, pet auto shutter) |
| Time lapse recording | ||
| Storage type | SD / SDHC/SDXC | SD/SDHC/SDXC |
| Card slots | Single | Single |
| Retail price | $119 | $199 |
