Nikon L24 vs Olympus TG-810
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92 Imaging
37 Features
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Nikon L24 vs Olympus TG-810 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)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 1600
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 28-140mm (F3.9-5.9) lens
- 215g - 100 x 65 x 26mm
- Revealed August 2011

Nikon L24 vs Olympus TG-810 Overview
Here, we are matching up the Nikon L24 vs Olympus TG-810, one being a Small Sensor Compact and the other is a Waterproof by companies Nikon and Olympus. The resolution of the L24 (14MP) and the TG-810 (14MP) is fairly close and both cameras offer the identical sensor sizing (1/2.3").

The L24 was launched 6 months prior to the TG-810 and they are both of a similar generation. Each of these cameras feature the same body design (Compact).
Before delving right into a in-depth comparison, here is a quick synopsis of how the L24 matches up against the TG-810 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Nikon L24 vs Olympus TG-810 Gallery
The following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Nikon Coolpix L24 and Olympus TG-810. The complete galleries are viewable at Nikon L24 Gallery and Olympus TG-810 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Nikon L24 over the Olympus TG-810
L24 | TG-810 |
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Reasons to pick Olympus TG-810 over the Nikon L24
TG-810 | L24 | |||
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Display resolution | 920k | ![]() | 230k | Crisper display (+690k dot) |
Common features in the Nikon L24 and Olympus TG-810
L24 | TG-810 | |||
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Revealed | February 2011 | ![]() | August 2011 | Same generation |
Focus manually | ![]() | No manual focusing | ||
Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Display size | 3" | ![]() | 3" | Same display measurement |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither includes selfie screen | ||
Touch display | ![]() | Neither includes Touch display |
Nikon L24 vs Olympus TG-810 Physical Comparison
If you are looking to carry your camera, you are going to need to factor its weight and measurements. The Nikon L24 features physical dimensions of 98mm x 61mm x 28mm (3.9" x 2.4" x 1.1") accompanied by a weight of 182 grams (0.40 lbs) and the Olympus TG-810 has proportions of 100mm x 65mm x 26mm (3.9" x 2.6" x 1.0") along with a weight of 215 grams (0.47 lbs).
See the Nikon L24 vs Olympus TG-810 in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you are employing during that time. Following is a front view over all size comparison of the L24 versus the TG-810.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability grade of the L24 and TG-810 is 93 and 92 respectively.

Nikon L24 vs Olympus TG-810 Sensor Comparison
Oftentimes, it's hard to visualise the gap in sensor sizing just by viewing technical specs. The photograph below will give you a greater sense of the sensor sizes in the L24 and TG-810.
As you can tell, both cameras come with the identical sensor size and the exact same megapixels and you should expect comparable quality of files though you should factor the release date of the cameras into account.

Nikon L24 vs Olympus TG-810 Screen and ViewFinder


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Nikon L24 vs Olympus TG-810 Specifications
Nikon Coolpix L24 | Olympus TG-810 | |
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General Information | ||
Make | Nikon | Olympus |
Model | Nikon Coolpix L24 | Olympus TG-810 |
Type | Small Sensor Compact | Waterproof |
Announced | 2011-02-09 | 2011-08-16 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor Chip | Expeed C2 | TruePic III+ |
Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 14 megapixel | 14 megapixel |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | - | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Max resolution | 4320 x 3240 | 4288 x 3216 |
Max native ISO | 6400 | 1600 |
Lowest native ISO | 80 | 80 |
RAW files | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detect focus | ||
Contract detect focus | ||
Phase detect focus | ||
Number of focus points | 9 | - |
Cross focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 37-134mm (3.6x) | 28-140mm (5.0x) |
Max aperture | f/3.1-6.7 | f/3.9-5.9 |
Macro focus distance | 5cm | 3cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Range of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display sizing | 3 inches | 3 inches |
Display resolution | 230 thousand dot | 920 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch screen | ||
Display tech | TFT LCD | TFT Hypercrystal III Color LCD |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 4 secs | 4 secs |
Max shutter speed | 1/4000 secs | 1/2000 secs |
Continuous shutter speed | 1.0fps | 1.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual exposure | ||
Set white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash range | 7.00 m | 4.20 m |
Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Fill-in |
Hot shoe | ||
AEB | ||
White balance 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) |
Max video resolution | 640x480 | 1280x720 |
Video file format | Motion JPEG | MPEG-4, H.264 |
Microphone jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | Eye-Fi Connected |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | BuiltIn |
Physical | ||
Environmental seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 182 grams (0.40 lb) | 215 grams (0.47 lb) |
Physical dimensions | 98 x 61 x 28mm (3.9" x 2.4" x 1.1") | 100 x 65 x 26mm (3.9" x 2.6" x 1.0") |
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 photos | 220 photos |
Battery form | AA | Battery Pack |
Battery model | 2 x AA | LI-50B |
Self timer | Yes (10 or 2 sec) | Yes (2 or 12 sec) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Storage media | SD / SDHC/SDXC | SD/SDHC/SDXC |
Storage slots | 1 | 1 |
Cost at release | $119 | $428 |