Nikon L810 vs Olympus 1s

In this article, we will be matching up the Nikon L810 versus Olympus 1s, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras by manufacturers Nikon and Olympus. There exists a large gap among the sensor resolutions of the L810 (16MP) and 1s (12MP) and the L810 (1/2.3") and 1s (1/1.7") enjoy different sensor sizes.

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The L810 was unveiled 4 years earlier than the 1s and that is a fairly serious difference as far as camera technology is concerned. Both cameras offer different body type with the Nikon L810 being a Compact camera and the Olympus 1s being a SLR-like (bridge) camera.

Before we go in to a in-depth comparison, below is a brief view of how the L810 matches up versus the 1s with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

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When you are planning to carry your camera, you're going to have to think about its weight and measurements. The Nikon L810 comes with outer measurements of 111mm x 76mm x 83mm (4.4" x 3.0" x 3.3") having a weight of 430 grams (0.95 lbs) and the Olympus 1s has proportions of 116mm x 87mm x 57mm (4.6" x 3.4" x 2.2") accompanied by a weight of 402 grams (0.89 lbs).

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Keep in mind, the weight of an ILC will vary depending on the lens you choose at that moment. Below is the front view physical size comparison of the L810 against the 1s.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the L810 and 1s is 74 and 79 respectively.

Quite often, it is difficult to imagine the contrast in sensor sizing merely by viewing a spec sheet. The photograph underneath should provide you a more clear sense of the sensor sizing in the L810 and 1s.

Clearly, the 2 cameras offer different resolutions and different sensor sizing. The L810 with its smaller sensor is going to make achieving shallow depth of field harder and the Nikon L810 will result in extra detail having an extra 4MP. Higher resolution can also let you crop shots a little more aggressively. The older L810 will be disadvantaged with regard to sensor technology.