Nikon L810 vs Olympus SP-565UZ
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Nikon L810 vs Olympus SP-565UZ Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 1600
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 1/8000s Max Shutter
- 1280 x 720 video
- 23-585mm (F3.1-5.9) lens
- 430g - 111 x 76 x 83mm
- Revealed February 2012
- Updated by Nikon L820
(Full Review)
- 10MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.5" Fixed Screen
- ISO 64 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 640 x 480 video
- 26-520mm (F2.8-4.5) lens
- 413g - 116 x 84 x 81mm
- Announced January 2009
Nikon L810 vs Olympus SP-565UZ Overview
The following is a detailed assessment of the Nikon L810 versus Olympus SP-565UZ, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras by companies Nikon and Olympus. There is a considerable difference between the image resolutions of the L810 (16MP) and SP-565UZ (10MP) but both cameras posses the identical sensor sizing (1/2.3").
Pentax 17 Pre-Orders Outperform Expectations by a LandslideThe L810 was revealed 3 years after the SP-565UZ which is quite a large difference as far as tech is concerned. Both cameras feature the same body design (Compact).
Before we go straight to a detailed comparison, here is a simple view of how the L810 scores versus the SP-565UZ when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.
Nikon L810 vs Olympus SP-565UZ Gallery
This is a preview of the gallery images for Nikon Coolpix L810 & Olympus SP-565UZ. The full galleries are provided at Nikon L810 Gallery & Olympus SP-565UZ Gallery.
Reasons to pick Nikon L810 over the Olympus SP-565UZ
L810 | SP-565UZ | |||
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Announced | February 2012 | January 2009 | Newer by 38 months | |
Screen size | 3" | 2.5" | Bigger screen (+0.5") | |
Screen resolution | 921k | 230k | Clearer screen (+691k dot) |
Reasons to pick Olympus SP-565UZ over the Nikon L810
SP-565UZ | L810 | |||
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Manual focus | Very exact focus |
Common features in the Nikon L810 and Olympus SP-565UZ
L810 | SP-565UZ | |||
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Screen type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed screen | |
Selfie screen | Missing selfie screen | |||
Touch screen | Missing Touch screen |
Nikon L810 vs Olympus SP-565UZ Physical Comparison
If you are aiming to travel with your camera regularly, you have to consider its weight and dimensions. The Nikon L810 features external measurements of 111mm x 76mm x 83mm (4.4" x 3.0" x 3.3") with a weight of 430 grams (0.95 lbs) while the Olympus SP-565UZ has dimensions of 116mm x 84mm x 81mm (4.6" x 3.3" x 3.2") with a weight of 413 grams (0.91 lbs).
See the Nikon L810 versus Olympus SP-565UZ in our completely new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.Bear in mind, the weight of an ILC will vary depending on the lens you are working with at that moment. Below is a front view dimension comparison of the L810 and the SP-565UZ.
Considering size and weight, the portability rating of the L810 and SP-565UZ is 74 and 72 respectively.
Nikon L810 vs Olympus SP-565UZ Sensor Comparison
Oftentimes, it is hard to picture the difference between sensor dimensions only by going over technical specs. The picture below will help provide you a far better sense of the sensor sizing in the L810 and SP-565UZ.
As you can tell, both of the cameras come with the identical sensor size albeit different megapixels. You can expect the Nikon L810 to deliver extra detail because of its extra 6MP. Higher resolution will enable you to crop photographs a good deal more aggressively. The more modern L810 provides an advantage with regard to sensor technology.
Nikon L810 vs Olympus SP-565UZ Screen and ViewFinder
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Nikon L810 vs Olympus SP-565UZ Specifications
Nikon Coolpix L810 | Olympus SP-565UZ | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | Nikon | Olympus |
Model | Nikon Coolpix L810 | Olympus SP-565UZ |
Category | Small Sensor Superzoom | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Revealed | 2012-02-01 | 2009-01-15 |
Physical type | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.08 x 4.56mm |
Sensor area | 28.1mm² | 27.7mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16 megapixel | 10 megapixel |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Full resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 3648 x 2736 |
Max native ISO | 1600 | 6400 |
Lowest native ISO | 80 | 64 |
RAW data | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detect autofocus | ||
Contract detect autofocus | ||
Phase detect autofocus | ||
Number of focus points | - | 143 |
Cross focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 23-585mm (25.4x) | 26-520mm (20.0x) |
Largest aperture | f/3.1-5.9 | f/2.8-4.5 |
Macro focus distance | 1cm | 1cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display sizing | 3 inches | 2.5 inches |
Resolution of display | 921k dots | 230k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch operation | ||
Display technology | TFT-LCD with Anti-reflection coating | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | Electronic |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 30 seconds | 1 seconds |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/8000 seconds | 1/2000 seconds |
Continuous shooting rate | 1.2 frames per sec | 1.0 frames per sec |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Exposure compensation | - | Yes |
Custom white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash range | - | 6.40 m (ISO 200) |
Flash settings | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow-sync | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye reduction, Slow Sync |
Hot shoe | ||
AE bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1280 x 720p (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30fps) | 640 x 480 @ 30 fps/15 fps, 320 x 240 @ 30 fps/15 fps |
Max video resolution | 1280x720 | 640x480 |
Video file format | MPEG-4 | - |
Mic port | ||
Headphone port | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 430 grams (0.95 pounds) | 413 grams (0.91 pounds) |
Physical dimensions | 111 x 76 x 83mm (4.4" x 3.0" x 3.3") | 116 x 84 x 81mm (4.6" x 3.3" x 3.2") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around score | not tested | 30 |
DXO Color Depth score | not tested | 18.7 |
DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | 10.1 |
DXO Low light score | not tested | 68 |
Other | ||
Battery life | 300 pictures | - |
Type of battery | AA | - |
Battery model | 4 x AA | 4 x AA |
Self timer | Yes | Yes (12 or 2 sec) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC | xD Picture Card, Internal |
Card slots | Single | Single |
Retail cost | $280 | $400 |