Nikon L28 vs Olympus SP-620 UZ

Let's take a closer look at the Nikon L28 and Olympus SP-620 UZ, one being a Small Sensor Compact and the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom by competitors Nikon and Olympus. There is a sizeable difference among the resolutions of the L28 (20MP) and SP-620 UZ (16MP) but both cameras offer the identical sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The L28 was revealed 13 months later than the SP-620 UZ which makes them a generation apart from each other. Each of the cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before getting straight to a complete comparison, here is a simple synopsis of how the L28 scores against the SP-620 UZ with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Here is a preview of the gallery photos for Nikon Coolpix L28 and Olympus SP-620 UZ. The full galleries are provided at Nikon L28 Gallery and Olympus SP-620 UZ Gallery.

If you're looking to carry your camera regularly, you are going to need to think about its weight and proportions. The Nikon L28 comes with external dimensions of 95mm x 60mm x 29mm (3.7" x 2.4" x 1.1") having a weight of 164 grams (0.36 lbs) while the Olympus SP-620 UZ has measurements of 110mm x 74mm x 74mm (4.3" x 2.9" x 2.9") accompanied by a weight of 435 grams (0.96 lbs).

Contrast the Nikon L28 and Olympus SP-620 UZ in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you have chosen during that time. Here is a front view dimensions comparison of the L28 versus the SP-620 UZ.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability rating of the L28 and SP-620 UZ is 93 and 78 respectively.

Oftentimes, it is difficult to see the difference in sensor sizing only by going through a spec sheet. The visual below might provide you a greater sense of the sensor dimensions in the L28 and SP-620 UZ.

As you can see, both the cameras feature the identical sensor size albeit not the same megapixels. You should count on the Nikon L28 to show greater detail because of its extra 4 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also make it easier to crop shots way more aggressively. The newer L28 will have an edge when it comes to sensor tech.