Clicky

Nikon L28 vs Olympus SP-820UZ

Portability
93
Imaging
45
Features
29
Overall
38
Nikon Coolpix L28 front
 
Olympus Stylus SP-820UZ front
Portability
69
Imaging
38
Features
29
Overall
34

Nikon L28 vs Olympus SP-820UZ Key Specs

Nikon L28
(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
Olympus SP-820UZ
(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
TikTok Developing Photo App to Challenge Instagram's Dominance

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 M

The 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.

Google AI Gemini Could Enhance iPhone Experience, Talks Suggest
	
	

Reasons to pick Nikon L28 over the Olympus SP-820UZ

 L28 SP-820UZ 

Reasons to pick Olympus SP-820UZ over the Nikon L28

 SP-820UZ L28 
Display resolution460k230kClearer display (+230k dot)

Common features in the Nikon L28 and Olympus SP-820UZ

 L28 SP-820UZ 
RevealedJanuary 2013August 2012Similar generation
Focus manually No manual focusing
Display typeFixed Fixed Fixed display
Display dimension3"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. Camera Size Comparison with Lenses

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.

Nikon L28 vs Olympus SP-820UZ size comparison

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 top view buttons comparison

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.

Nikon L28 vs Olympus SP-820UZ sensor size comparison

Nikon L28 vs Olympus SP-820UZ Screen and ViewFinder

Nikon L28 vs Olympus SP-820UZ Screen and Viewfinder comparison
Peek Behind the Lens of 'Photographer' and Their Go-To Cameras

Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Nikon L28 Portrait photography information
Olympus SP-820UZ Portrait photography information
33
decent megapixels (20 megapixels)
focusing manually not possible
no manual control
can't use external flash
sensor is very small (1/2.3")
has no RAW support
34
sensor resolution is decent (14 megapixels)
provides face detection focusing
no manual focus
manual mode not available
no external flash support
very small sensor size (1/2.3")
has no RAW format
Nikon Coolpix camera search on Google skyrockets by 8,500%

Street Comparison

Nikon L28 Street photography details
Olympus SP-820UZ Street photography details
48
no moving screen
does not have image stabilization
sensor is very small (1/2.3")
has no RAW support
37
fixed screen
lack of image stabilization
very small sensor size (1/2.3")
has no RAW format
more heavy than others in class (485g)
Fujifilm accuses Eastman Kodak of patent violation in new lawsuit

Sports Comparison

Nikon L28 Sports photography info
Olympus SP-820UZ Sports photography info
39
decent megapixels (20MP)
great battery (280 CIPA)
no shutter priority mode
does not have image stabilization
sensor is very small (1/2.3")
has no phase detect auto focus
33
amazing zoom range (22-896mm 40.7 x zoom)
sensor resolution is decent (14 megapixels)
max fps very slow (2.0 frames per second)
lack of shutter priority mode
lack of image stabilization
very small sensor size (1/2.3")
has no phase detect AF
Apple patent reveals improved iPhone camera durability

Travel Comparison

Nikon L28 Travel photography advice
Olympus SP-820UZ Travel photography advice
74
great battery (280 per charge)
decent megapixels (20MP)
built-in flash
really wide (26mm)
great max aperture (f)
does not have Time Lapse function
doesn't have a selfie friendly screen
55
sensor resolution is decent (14 megapixels)
has built in flash
pretty wide (22mm)
great reach (896mm)
doesn't have Timelapse recording
more heavy than others in class (485 grams)
screen is not selfie friendly
sluggish maximum aperture (f3.4)
AI-Powered Photo Editing Tools Could Be Added to WhatsApp

Landscape Comparison

Landscape photography with Nikon L28
Landscape photography with Olympus SP-820UZ
48
really wide (26mm)
great max aperture (f)
pretty good screen size (3")
decent megapixels (20MP)
great battery (280 CIPA)
focusing manually not possible
lens is fixed (fixed lens mount)
no manual control
does not have image stabilization
sensor is very small (1/2.3")
has no RAW support
does not have Time Lapse function
35
pretty wide (22mm)
nice screen size (3 inch)
sensor resolution is decent (14MP)
no manual focus
lens is fixed (fixed lens mount)
sluggish maximum aperture (f3.4)
manual mode not available
lack of image stabilization
very small sensor size (1/2.3")
has no RAW format
doesn't have Timelapse recording
Ulanzi's Tripod Ensures Ultra Smooth Filming

Vlogging Comparison

Nikon L28 Vlogging factors
Olympus SP-820UZ Vlogging factors
29
really wide (26mm)
great max aperture (f)
doesn't have a selfie friendly screen
does not have image stabilization
low res video (1280 x 720 pixels)
does not have external mic support
25
pretty wide (22mm)
provides face detection focusing
video res high (1920 x 1080 pixels)
sluggish maximum aperture (f3.4)
screen is not selfie friendly
lack of image stabilization
doesn't have external microphone port
more heavy than others in class (485g)
Europe Approves Revolutionary AI Legislation

Nikon L28 vs Olympus SP-820UZ Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Nikon L28 and Olympus SP-820UZ
 Nikon Coolpix L28Olympus Stylus SP-820UZ
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