Nikon L810 vs Olympus SZ-12

In this write-up, we will be comparing the Nikon L810 and Olympus SZ-12, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras by rivals Nikon and Olympus. The image resolution of the L810 (16MP) and the SZ-12 (14MP) is pretty similar and they enjoy the same exact sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The L810 was introduced around the same time to the SZ-12 and they are both of a similar age. Both the cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before delving straight into a complete comparison, below is a concise synopsis of how the L810 matches up against the SZ-12 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

The following is a preview of the gallery images for Nikon Coolpix L810 & Olympus SZ-12. The whole galleries are viewable at Nikon L810 Gallery & Olympus SZ-12 Gallery.

In case you're looking to carry your camera regularly, you're going to have to think about its weight and volume. The Nikon L810 has got outside measurements 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 Olympus SZ-12 has sizing of 106mm x 69mm x 40mm (4.2" x 2.7" x 1.6") along with a weight of 226 grams (0.50 lbs).

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Take into consideration, the weight of an ILC will vary based on the lens you use at the time. Following is the front view measurements comparison of the L810 and the SZ-12.

Considering size and weight, the portability rating of the L810 and SZ-12 is 74 and 89 respectively.

Usually, it can be tough to imagine the contrast between sensor sizing merely by reviewing a spec sheet. The visual below may give you a stronger sense of the sensor sizing in the L810 and SZ-12.

As you can see, both of these cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing albeit different resolution. You can expect the Nikon L810 to deliver greater detail using its extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also make it easier to crop photographs far more aggressively.