Nikon L610 vs Nikon P80
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![Nikon Coolpix L610 front Nikon Coolpix L610 front](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/cameras/gallery/medium/Nikon-Coolpix-L610/Nikon-L610-front.jpg)
![Nikon Coolpix P80 front Nikon Coolpix P80 front](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/cameras/gallery/medium/Nikon-Coolpix-P80/Nikon-P80-front.jpg)
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33 Features
33 Overall
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Nikon L610 vs Nikon P80 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 125 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1/6000s Maximum Shutter
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 25-350mm (F3.3-5.9) lens
- 240g - 108 x 69 x 34mm
- Revealed August 2012
(Full Review)
- 10MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 64 - 6400
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 640 x 480 video
- 27-486mm (F2.8-4.0) lens
- 405g - 110 x 79 x 78mm
- Revealed January 2009
- Newer Model is Nikon P90
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Nikon L610 vs Nikon P80 Overview
In this write-up, we are comparing the Nikon L610 vs Nikon P80, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras and they are both manufactured by Nikon. There exists a big gap between the sensor resolutions of the L610 (16MP) and P80 (10MP) but they come with the same exact sensor measurements (1/2.3").
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The L610 was manufactured 3 years after the P80 which is quite a big gap as far as technology is concerned. Each of the cameras offer different body type with the Nikon L610 being a Compact camera and the Nikon P80 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera.
Before getting in to a complete comparison, below is a concise summation of how the L610 grades against the P80 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.
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Nikon L610 vs Nikon P80 Gallery
Following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Nikon Coolpix L610 and Nikon Coolpix P80. The entire galleries are available at Nikon L610 Gallery and Nikon P80 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Nikon L610 over the Nikon P80
L610 | P80 | |||
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Revealed | August 2012 | ![]() | January 2009 | More modern by 44 months |
Display sizing | 3" | ![]() | 2.7" | Larger display (+0.3") |
Display resolution | 460k | ![]() | 230k | Clearer display (+230k dot) |
Reasons to pick Nikon P80 over the Nikon L610
P80 | L610 | |||
---|---|---|---|---|
Focus manually | ![]() | Dial accurate focusing |
Common features in the Nikon L610 and Nikon P80
L610 | P80 | |||
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Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither offers selfie screen | ||
Touch friendly display | ![]() | Lack of Touch friendly display |
Nikon L610 vs Nikon P80 Physical Comparison
If you're aiming to carry around your camera frequently, you will need to factor its weight and measurements. The Nikon L610 offers outer dimensions of 108mm x 69mm x 34mm (4.3" x 2.7" x 1.3") and a weight of 240 grams (0.53 lbs) while the Nikon P80 has proportions of 110mm x 79mm x 78mm (4.3" x 3.1" x 3.1") having a weight of 405 grams (0.89 lbs).
Look at the Nikon L610 vs Nikon P80 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.![Camera Size Comparison with Lenses Camera Size Comparison with Lenses](https://pxlmag.com/db/assets/camera-size-comparison-animation.gif)
Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you choose at that time. Underneath is the front view measurement comparison of the L610 compared to the P80.
![Nikon L610 vs Nikon P80 size comparison Nikon L610 vs Nikon P80 size comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Nikon-Coolpix-L610-vs-Nikon-Coolpix-P80-size-comparison.jpg)
Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the L610 and P80 is 90 and 75 respectively.
![Nikon L610 vs Nikon P80 top view buttons comparison Nikon L610 vs Nikon P80 top view buttons comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Nikon-Coolpix-L610-vs-Nikon-Coolpix-P80-top-view-buttons-comparison.jpg)
Nikon L610 vs Nikon P80 Sensor Comparison
Quite often, it is tough to see the contrast between sensor sizes just by looking at a spec sheet. The picture underneath should provide you a more clear sense of the sensor dimensions in the L610 and P80.
As you can see, both of those cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing but not the same MP. You should anticipate the Nikon L610 to give more detail due to its extra 6 Megapixels. Greater resolution can also let you crop pics a little more aggressively. The more recent L610 will have an edge when it comes to sensor technology.
![Nikon L610 vs Nikon P80 sensor size comparison Nikon L610 vs Nikon P80 sensor size comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/sensor-compare/Nikon-Coolpix-L610-vs-Nikon-Coolpix-P80-sensor-size-comparison.png)
Nikon L610 vs Nikon P80 Screen and ViewFinder
![Nikon L610 vs Nikon P80 Screen and Viewfinder comparison Nikon L610 vs Nikon P80 Screen and Viewfinder comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Nikon-Coolpix-L610-vs-Nikon-Coolpix-P80-screen-back-comparison.jpg)
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Photography Type Scores
Portrait Comparison
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Street Comparison
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Sports Comparison
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Travel Comparison
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Landscape Comparison
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Vlogging Comparison
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Nikon L610 vs Nikon P80 Specifications
Nikon Coolpix L610 | Nikon Coolpix P80 | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | Nikon | Nikon |
Model | Nikon Coolpix L610 | Nikon Coolpix P80 |
Type | Small Sensor Superzoom | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Revealed | 2012-08-09 | 2009-01-15 |
Body design | Compact | SLR-like (bridge) |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | BSI-CMOS | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.08 x 4.56mm |
Sensor surface area | 28.1mm² | 27.7mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16MP | 10MP |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | - | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Peak resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 3648 x 2736 |
Highest native ISO | 3200 | 6400 |
Min native ISO | 125 | 64 |
RAW photos | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detection autofocus | ||
Contract detection autofocus | ||
Phase detection autofocus | ||
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 25-350mm (14.0x) | 27-486mm (18.0x) |
Maximum aperture | f/3.3-5.9 | f/2.8-4.0 |
Macro focus distance | 1cm | 1cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen sizing | 3 inches | 2.7 inches |
Resolution of screen | 460k dot | 230k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch operation | ||
Screen tech | TFT LCD with anti-reflection coating | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | Electronic |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 4 secs | 8 secs |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/6000 secs | 1/2000 secs |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | - | Yes |
Change white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash settings | - | Auto, Fill-in, Red-Eye reduction, Slow, Off |
External flash | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 | 640 x 480, 15/30 fps, 320 x 240, 15 fps, 160 x 120, 15 fps |
Highest video resolution | 1920x1080 | 640x480 |
Video file format | H.264 | - |
Microphone jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 3.0 (5 GBit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 240g (0.53 pounds) | 405g (0.89 pounds) |
Dimensions | 108 x 69 x 34mm (4.3" x 2.7" x 1.3") | 110 x 79 x 78mm (4.3" x 3.1" x 3.1") |
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 | 120 pictures | - |
Type of battery | AA | - |
Battery model | 2 x AA | EN-EL5 |
Self timer | - | Yes (3 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/MMC/SDHC card, Internal |
Storage slots | Single | Single |
Launch pricing | $150 | $400 |