Nikon L810 vs Nikon P510

On this page, we will be comparing the Nikon L810 vs Nikon P510, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras and both are designed by Nikon. The sensor resolution of the L810 (16MP) and the P510 (16MP) is relatively well matched and both cameras have the same sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The L810 was unveiled 5 months before the P510 and they are both of a similar age. The two cameras have different body design with the Nikon L810 being a Compact camera and the Nikon P510 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera.

Before getting right into a full comparison, here is a simple summary of how the L810 matches up versus the P510 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

The following is a preview of the gallery photos for Nikon Coolpix L810 & Nikon Coolpix P510. The full galleries are provided at Nikon L810 Gallery & Nikon P510 Gallery.

When you are intending to carry your camera, you'll need to think about its weight and volume. The Nikon L810 features outside dimensions of 111mm x 76mm x 83mm (4.4" x 3.0" x 3.3") with a weight of 430 grams (0.95 lbs) and the Nikon P510 has sizing of 120mm x 83mm x 102mm (4.7" x 3.3" x 4.0") and a weight of 555 grams (1.22 lbs).

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Bear in mind, the weight of an ILC will vary based on the lens you use during that time. Below is a front view physical size comparison of the L810 compared to the P510.

Looking at size and weight, the portability score of the L810 and P510 is 74 and 66 respectively.

Oftentimes, it is very hard to visualize the difference between sensor sizing simply by reading through specs. The visual below should offer you a much better sense of the sensor dimensions in the L810 and P510.

All in all, both of the cameras have the same sensor dimensions and the exact same resolution and you can expect similar quality of images although you should factor the age of the products into consideration.