Nikon L28 vs Olympus SP-820UZ
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Nikon L28 vs Olympus SP-820UZ Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 20MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 1600
- 1280 x 720 video
- 26-130mm (F) lens
- 164g - 95 x 60 x 29mm
- Revealed January 2013
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 6400
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 22-896mm (F3.4-5.7) lens
- 485g - 117 x 78 x 93mm
- Revealed August 2012
- Earlier Model is Olympus SP-820UZ
- Updated by Olympus SP-820UZ
Nikon L28 vs Olympus SP-820UZ Overview
Below is a in depth review of the Nikon L28 versus Olympus SP-820UZ, one being a Small Sensor Compact and the other is a Small Sensor Superzoom by brands Nikon and Olympus. There exists a crucial gap between the sensor resolutions of the L28 (20MP) and SP-820UZ (14MP) but they enjoy the exact same sensor measurements (1/2.3").
Leica struggles with L-Mount camera sales, tougher than Q or MThe L28 was unveiled 6 months later than the SP-820UZ which means that they are both of a similar generation. Both of these cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).
Before delving straight into a comprehensive comparison, below is a brief highlight of how the L28 matches up versus the SP-820UZ when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.
Nikon L28 vs Olympus SP-820UZ Gallery
Below is a sample of the gallery pictures for Nikon Coolpix L28 and Olympus Stylus SP-820UZ. The full galleries are provided at Nikon L28 Gallery and Olympus SP-820UZ Gallery.
Reasons to pick Nikon L28 over the Olympus SP-820UZ
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Reasons to pick Olympus SP-820UZ over the Nikon L28
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Display resolution | 460k | 230k | Clearer display (+230k dot) |
Common features in the Nikon L28 and Olympus SP-820UZ
L28 | SP-820UZ | |||
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Revealed | January 2013 | August 2012 | Similar generation | |
Focus manually | No manual focusing | |||
Display type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed display | |
Display dimension | 3" | 3" | Identical display measurements | |
Selfie screen | Lacking selfie screen | |||
Touch display | Lacking Touch display |
Nikon L28 vs Olympus SP-820UZ Physical Comparison
For those who are looking to lug around your camera, you have to take into account its weight and measurements. The Nikon L28 features exterior dimensions of 95mm x 60mm x 29mm (3.7" x 2.4" x 1.1") accompanied by a weight of 164 grams (0.36 lbs) whilst the Olympus SP-820UZ has proportions of 117mm x 78mm x 93mm (4.6" x 3.1" x 3.7") with a weight of 485 grams (1.07 lbs).
Check the Nikon L28 versus Olympus SP-820UZ in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you have chosen at that moment. Below is the front view dimension comparison of the L28 versus the SP-820UZ.
Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the L28 and SP-820UZ is 93 and 69 respectively.
Nikon L28 vs Olympus SP-820UZ Sensor Comparison
Typically, it is tough to envision the contrast between sensor measurements merely by reading through specifications. The graphic underneath might provide you a clearer sense of the sensor sizes in the L28 and SP-820UZ.
To sum up, the two cameras posses the exact same sensor measurements but not the same MP. You should anticipate the Nikon L28 to give extra detail having an extra 6MP. Greater resolution can also help you crop images somewhat more aggressively.
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Nikon L28 vs Olympus SP-820UZ Specifications
Nikon Coolpix L28 | Olympus Stylus SP-820UZ | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | Nikon | Olympus |
Model type | Nikon Coolpix L28 | Olympus Stylus SP-820UZ |
Category | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Revealed | 2013-01-29 | 2012-08-21 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | CCD | CMOS |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 6.16 x 4.62mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor surface area | 28.5mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 20MP | 14MP |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | - | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Full resolution | 5152 x 3864 | 4288 x 3216 |
Max native ISO | 1600 | 6400 |
Minimum native ISO | 80 | 80 |
RAW files | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
AF touch | ||
AF continuous | ||
AF single | ||
Tracking AF | ||
AF selectice | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
Multi area AF | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detection focusing | ||
Contract detection focusing | ||
Phase detection focusing | ||
Cross type focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 26-130mm (5.0x) | 22-896mm (40.7x) |
Maximum aperture | - | f/3.4-5.7 |
Macro focusing range | - | 1cm |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Range of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen diagonal | 3" | 3" |
Screen resolution | 230k dot | 460k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch screen | ||
Screen tech | TFT-LCD with Anti-reflection coating | TFT Color LCD |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 4s | 4s |
Highest shutter speed | 1/2000s | 1/2000s |
Continuous shooting speed | - | 2.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Change WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash distance | - | 15.00 m |
Flash modes | - | 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 | 1280 x 720 | 1920 x 1080 (30 fps), 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30, 120 fps), 320 x 180 (30, 240 fps) |
Max video resolution | 1280x720 | 1920x1080 |
Video format | - | MPEG-4, H.264 |
Microphone jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environment seal | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 164 grams (0.36 pounds) | 485 grams (1.07 pounds) |
Dimensions | 95 x 60 x 29mm (3.7" x 2.4" x 1.1") | 117 x 78 x 93mm (4.6" x 3.1" x 3.7") |
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 | 280 pictures | - |
Form of battery | AA | - |
Battery ID | 2 x AA | - |
Self timer | - | Yes (2 or 12 sec, pet auto shutter) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Storage media | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/SDHC/SDXC |
Storage slots | One | One |
Price at launch | $90 | $299 |