Nikon L810 vs Olympus SP-590 UZ
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Nikon L810 vs Olympus SP-590 UZ 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
- Launched February 2012
- Newer Model is Nikon L820
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 64 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 640 x 480 video
- 26-676mm (F2.8-5.0) lens
- 413g - 116 x 84 x 81mm
- Launched January 2009
- Updated by Olympus SP-600 UZ

Nikon L810 vs Olympus SP-590 UZ Overview
On this page, we will be analyzing the Nikon L810 vs Olympus SP-590 UZ, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras by brands Nikon and Olympus. There exists a large gap between the sensor resolutions of the L810 (16MP) and SP-590 UZ (12MP) but both cameras provide the same sensor size (1/2.3").

The L810 was announced 3 years later than the SP-590 UZ and that is quite a serious difference as far as technology is concerned. Each of the cameras have different body design with the Nikon L810 being a Compact camera and the Olympus SP-590 UZ being a SLR-like (bridge) camera.
Before getting right into a complete comparison, here is a short introduction of how the L810 scores versus the SP-590 UZ for portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Nikon L810 vs Olympus SP-590 UZ Gallery
Following is a preview of the gallery images for Nikon Coolpix L810 & Olympus SP-590 UZ. The whole galleries are viewable at Nikon L810 Gallery & Olympus SP-590 UZ Gallery.
Reasons to pick Nikon L810 over the Olympus SP-590 UZ
L810 | SP-590 UZ | |||
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Launched | February 2012 | ![]() | January 2009 | More recent by 38 months |
Screen dimensions | 3" | ![]() | 2.7" | Bigger screen (+0.3") |
Screen resolution | 921k | ![]() | 230k | Sharper screen (+691k dot) |
Reasons to pick Olympus SP-590 UZ over the Nikon L810
SP-590 UZ | L810 | |||
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Focus manually | ![]() | Very exact focus |
Common features in the Nikon L810 and Olympus SP-590 UZ
L810 | SP-590 UZ | |||
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Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither features selfie screen | ||
Touch screen | ![]() | Missing Touch screen |
Nikon L810 vs Olympus SP-590 UZ Physical Comparison
In case you're aiming to lug around your camera frequently, you have to take into account its weight and size. The Nikon L810 enjoys outer dimensions of 111mm x 76mm x 83mm (4.4" x 3.0" x 3.3") along with a weight of 430 grams (0.95 lbs) whilst the Olympus SP-590 UZ has specifications of 116mm x 84mm x 81mm (4.6" x 3.3" x 3.2") along with a weight of 413 grams (0.91 lbs).
Check out the Nikon L810 vs Olympus SP-590 UZ in our completely new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Take into consideration, the weight of an ILC will differ based on the lens you are employing at the time. Below is a front view over all size comparison of the L810 compared to the SP-590 UZ.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability score of the L810 and SP-590 UZ is 74 and 72 respectively.

Nikon L810 vs Olympus SP-590 UZ Sensor Comparison
Sometimes, it's hard to see the contrast between sensor measurements just by going over technical specs. The photograph underneath will offer you a stronger sense of the sensor dimensions in the L810 and SP-590 UZ.
As you can tell, each of these cameras provide the same sensor dimensions albeit not the same resolution. You can expect the Nikon L810 to offer extra detail with its extra 4MP. Higher resolution can also enable you to crop photographs more aggressively. The newer L810 is going to have a benefit in sensor innovation.

Nikon L810 vs Olympus SP-590 UZ Screen and ViewFinder


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Nikon L810 vs Olympus SP-590 UZ Specifications
Nikon Coolpix L810 | Olympus SP-590 UZ | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | Nikon | Olympus |
Model | Nikon Coolpix L810 | Olympus SP-590 UZ |
Class | Small Sensor Superzoom | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Launched | 2012-02-01 | 2009-01-07 |
Body design | Compact | SLR-like (bridge) |
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 megapixels | 12 megapixels |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | - |
Maximum resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 3968 x 2976 |
Maximum native ISO | 1600 | 6400 |
Minimum native ISO | 80 | 64 |
RAW format | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Touch to focus | ||
Continuous AF | ||
AF single | ||
AF tracking | ||
Selective AF | ||
AF center weighted | ||
AF multi area | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detect focusing | ||
Contract detect focusing | ||
Phase detect focusing | ||
Cross focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 23-585mm (25.4x) | 26-676mm (26.0x) |
Largest aperture | f/3.1-5.9 | f/2.8-5.0 |
Macro focus distance | 1cm | 1cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Range of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display sizing | 3" | 2.7" |
Resolution of display | 921 thousand dot | 230 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch display | ||
Display technology | TFT-LCD with Anti-reflection coating | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | Electronic |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 30 seconds | 15 seconds |
Highest shutter speed | 1/8000 seconds | 1/2000 seconds |
Continuous shooting speed | 1.2fps | 6.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | - | Yes |
Set WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash range | - | 8.00 m |
Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow-sync | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye reduction, Slow Sync |
External flash | ||
AEB | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1280 x 720p (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30fps) | 640 x 480 (30, 15 fps), 320 x 240 (30, 15 fps) |
Maximum video resolution | 1280x720 | 640x480 |
Video file format | MPEG-4 | Motion JPEG |
Mic input | ||
Headphone input | ||
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 seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 430 grams (0.95 lbs) | 413 grams (0.91 lbs) |
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 | 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 | 300 photos | - |
Battery format | AA | - |
Battery model | 4 x AA | - |
Self timer | Yes | Yes (12 or 2 sec) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC | xD Picture Card, microSD Card, Internal |
Storage slots | 1 | 1 |
Retail pricing | $280 | $249 |