Nikon L610 vs Olympus XZ-10
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Nikon L610 vs Olympus XZ-10 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 125 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1/6000s Max Shutter
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 25-350mm (F3.3-5.9) lens
- 240g - 108 x 69 x 34mm
- Introduced August 2012
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 6400
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 26-130mm (F1.8-2.7) lens
- 221g - 102 x 61 x 34mm
- Revealed January 2013

Nikon L610 vs Olympus XZ-10 Overview
On this page, we are comparing the Nikon L610 and Olympus XZ-10, one being a Small Sensor Superzoom and the other is a Small Sensor Compact by manufacturers Nikon and Olympus. There is a big difference between the image resolutions of the L610 (16MP) and XZ-10 (12MP) but both cameras posses the same sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

The L610 was unveiled 5 months earlier than the XZ-10 which means that they are both of a similar generation. Both of these cameras have the same body design (Compact).
Before we go right into a detailed comparison, here is a simple synopsis of how the L610 matches up vs the XZ-10 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Nikon L610 vs Olympus XZ-10 Gallery
Following is a sample of the gallery pics for Nikon Coolpix L610 and Olympus Stylus XZ-10. The full galleries are available at Nikon L610 Gallery and Olympus XZ-10 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Nikon L610 over the Olympus XZ-10
L610 | XZ-10 |
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Reasons to pick Olympus XZ-10 over the Nikon L610
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Focus manually | ![]() | Dial precise focus | ||
Display resolution | 920k | ![]() | 460k | Crisper display (+460k dot) |
Touch friendly display | ![]() | Easily navigate |
Common features in the Nikon L610 and Olympus XZ-10
L610 | XZ-10 | |||
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Revealed | August 2012 | ![]() | January 2013 | Similar generation |
Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Display dimensions | 3" | ![]() | 3" | Equal display sizing |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Lacking selfie screen |
Nikon L610 vs Olympus XZ-10 Physical Comparison
For anybody who is intending to lug around your camera, you will have to take into account its weight and proportions. The Nikon L610 features exterior measurements 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 Olympus XZ-10 has measurements of 102mm x 61mm x 34mm (4.0" x 2.4" x 1.3") having a weight of 221 grams (0.49 lbs).
Examine the Nikon L610 and Olympus XZ-10 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you are using at that time. The following is a front view size comparison of the L610 compared to the XZ-10.

Considering size and weight, the portability rating of the L610 and XZ-10 is 90 and 91 respectively.

Nikon L610 vs Olympus XZ-10 Sensor Comparison
Often, it's hard to see the contrast between sensor measurements simply by looking at specs. The visual here will help provide you a better sense of the sensor sizing in the L610 and XZ-10.
All in all, both of these cameras have the same sensor dimensions but not the same MP. You should expect to see the Nikon L610 to resolve extra detail having an extra 4MP. Greater resolution will help you crop photos a bit more aggressively.

Nikon L610 vs Olympus XZ-10 Screen and ViewFinder


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Nikon L610 vs Olympus XZ-10 Specifications
Nikon Coolpix L610 | Olympus Stylus XZ-10 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | Nikon | Olympus |
Model type | Nikon Coolpix L610 | Olympus Stylus XZ-10 |
Type | Small Sensor Superzoom | Small Sensor Compact |
Introduced | 2012-08-09 | 2013-01-30 |
Physical type | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | BSI-CMOS | BSI-CMOS |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor surface area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16 megapixels | 12 megapixels |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | - | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Max resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 3968 x 2976 |
Max native ISO | 3200 | 6400 |
Min native ISO | 125 | 100 |
RAW data | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
Touch to focus | ||
Continuous AF | ||
Single AF | ||
AF tracking | ||
AF selectice | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
AF multi area | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detection AF | ||
Contract detection AF | ||
Phase detection AF | ||
Total focus points | - | 35 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 25-350mm (14.0x) | 26-130mm (5.0x) |
Max aperture | f/3.3-5.9 | f/1.8-2.7 |
Macro focusing range | 1cm | 1cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen diagonal | 3 inches | 3 inches |
Screen resolution | 460 thousand dots | 920 thousand dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch screen | ||
Screen tech | TFT LCD with anti-reflection coating | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 4 secs | 30 secs |
Max shutter speed | 1/6000 secs | 1/2000 secs |
Continuous shutter rate | - | 5.0 frames per sec |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | - | Yes |
Custom WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash modes | - | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Fill-in, Wireless |
External flash | ||
AE bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 | 1920 x 1080 (30 fps, 18Mbps), 1280 x 720 (30 fps, 9Mbps) |
Max video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1920x1080 |
Video format | H.264 | MPEG-4, H.264 |
Microphone port | ||
Headphone port | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | Eye-Fi Connected |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 3.0 (5 GBit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental sealing | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 240 grams (0.53 lb) | 221 grams (0.49 lb) |
Physical dimensions | 108 x 69 x 34mm (4.3" x 2.7" x 1.3") | 102 x 61 x 34mm (4.0" x 2.4" x 1.3") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall 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 | 120 shots | 240 shots |
Battery type | AA | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | 2 x AA | Li-50B |
Self timer | - | Yes (2 or 12 sec) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Storage type | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/SDHC/SDXC |
Card slots | Single | Single |
Cost at release | $150 | $428 |