Nikon L810 vs Olympus SZ-10
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Nikon L810 vs Olympus SZ-10 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
- Announced February 2012
- Replacement is Nikon L820
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 1600
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 28-504mm (F3.1-4.4) lens
- 215g - 106 x 67 x 38mm
- Released February 2011

Nikon L810 vs Olympus SZ-10 Overview
Below, we will be comparing the Nikon L810 vs Olympus SZ-10, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras by manufacturers Nikon and Olympus. The image resolution of the L810 (16MP) and the SZ-10 (14MP) is pretty similar and they feature the exact same sensor sizes (1/2.3").

The L810 was revealed 12 months later than the SZ-10 and they are both of a similar generation. Both the cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).
Before going straight into a in-depth comparison, below is a simple summary of how the L810 grades vs the SZ-10 for portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Nikon L810 vs Olympus SZ-10 Gallery
The following is a preview of the gallery images for Nikon Coolpix L810 and Olympus SZ-10. The full galleries are available at Nikon L810 Gallery and Olympus SZ-10 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Nikon L810 over the Olympus SZ-10
L810 | SZ-10 | |||
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Released | February 2012 | ![]() | February 2011 | More recent by 12 months |
Screen resolution | 921k | ![]() | 460k | Crisper screen (+461k dot) |
Reasons to pick Olympus SZ-10 over the Nikon L810
SZ-10 | L810 |
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Common features in the Nikon L810 and Olympus SZ-10
L810 | SZ-10 | |||
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Manual focus | ![]() | No manual focusing | ||
Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Screen dimension | 3" | ![]() | 3" | Identical screen dimensions |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Missing selfie screen | ||
Touch screen | ![]() | Missing Touch screen |
Nikon L810 vs Olympus SZ-10 Physical Comparison
For anyone who is aiming to lug around your camera often, you will need to think about its weight and size. The Nikon L810 provides exterior 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) while the Olympus SZ-10 has specifications of 106mm x 67mm x 38mm (4.2" x 2.6" x 1.5") having a weight of 215 grams (0.47 lbs).
Compare the Nikon L810 vs Olympus SZ-10 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you have chosen at the time. Following is the front view proportions comparison of the L810 and the SZ-10.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability grade of the L810 and SZ-10 is 74 and 90 respectively.

Nikon L810 vs Olympus SZ-10 Sensor Comparison
Usually, it is very difficult to envision the difference between sensor measurements just by reading specifications. The photograph here may provide you a better sense of the sensor dimensions in the L810 and SZ-10.
Plainly, both of the cameras posses the exact same sensor measurements albeit not the same resolution. You should expect the Nikon L810 to offer you greater detail because of its extra 2MP. Higher resolution will also enable you to crop shots somewhat more aggressively. The more modern L810 will have a benefit in sensor tech.

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Nikon L810 vs Olympus SZ-10 Specifications
Nikon Coolpix L810 | Olympus SZ-10 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | Nikon | Olympus |
Model type | Nikon Coolpix L810 | Olympus SZ-10 |
Category | Small Sensor Superzoom | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Announced | 2012-02-01 | 2011-02-08 |
Physical type | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Powered by | - | TruePic III+ |
Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor surface area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16 megapixels | 14 megapixels |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Max resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 4288 x 3216 |
Max native ISO | 1600 | 1600 |
Lowest native ISO | 80 | 80 |
RAW data | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
Touch focus | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detect autofocus | ||
Contract detect autofocus | ||
Phase detect autofocus | ||
Cross type focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens support | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 23-585mm (25.4x) | 28-504mm (18.0x) |
Highest aperture | f/3.1-5.9 | f/3.1-4.4 |
Macro focusing distance | 1cm | 1cm |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Type of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display sizing | 3 inches | 3 inches |
Display resolution | 921 thousand dots | 460 thousand dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch functionality | ||
Display technology | TFT-LCD with Anti-reflection coating | TFT Color LCD |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 30s | 4s |
Max shutter speed | 1/8000s | 1/2000s |
Continuous shutter rate | 1.2fps | 1.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Change white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash distance | - | 7.10 m |
Flash settings | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow-sync | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Fill-in |
Hot shoe | ||
AEB | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1280 x 720p (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30fps) | 1280 x 720 (30, 15fps), 640 x 480 (30, 15 fps), 320 x 240 (30, 15fps) |
Max video resolution | 1280x720 | 1280x720 |
Video format | MPEG-4 | Motion JPEG |
Mic support | ||
Headphone support | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | Eye-Fi Connected |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environment sealing | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 430 grams (0.95 lb) | 215 grams (0.47 lb) |
Dimensions | 111 x 76 x 83mm (4.4" x 3.0" x 3.3") | 106 x 67 x 38mm (4.2" x 2.6" x 1.5") |
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 | 300 pictures | 220 pictures |
Battery style | AA | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | 4 x AA | LI-50B |
Self timer | Yes | Yes (2 or 12 sec) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Storage type | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/SDHC/SDXC |
Card slots | 1 | 1 |
Cost at release | $280 | $300 |