Nikon L820 vs Olympus SP-810 UZ
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Nikon L820 vs Olympus SP-810 UZ Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 125 - 3200
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 23-675mm (F3.0-5.8) lens
- 470g - 111 x 76 x 85mm
- Announced January 2013
- Superseded the Nikon L810
- Successor is Nikon L830
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 3200
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 24-864mm (F2.9-5.7) lens
- 413g - 106 x 76 x 74mm
- Launched July 2011
- Superseded the Olympus SP-800 UZ

Nikon L820 vs Olympus SP-810 UZ Overview
Below is a extended comparison of the Nikon L820 versus Olympus SP-810 UZ, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras by rivals Nikon and Olympus. The resolution of the L820 (16MP) and the SP-810 UZ (14MP) is relatively comparable and both cameras posses the same sensor measurements (1/2.3").

The L820 was unveiled 19 months later than the SP-810 UZ which makes them a generation apart from each other. Both the cameras have the same body design (SLR-like (bridge)).
Before delving into a detailed comparison, here is a quick summary of how the L820 matches up vs the SP-810 UZ when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Nikon L820 vs Olympus SP-810 UZ Gallery
Here is a preview of the gallery photos for Nikon Coolpix L820 & Olympus SP-810 UZ. The full galleries are provided at Nikon L820 Gallery & Olympus SP-810 UZ Gallery.
Reasons to pick Nikon L820 over the Olympus SP-810 UZ
L820 | SP-810 UZ | |||
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Launched | January 2013 | ![]() | July 2011 | More recent by 19 months |
Screen resolution | 921k | ![]() | 230k | Crisper screen (+691k dot) |
Reasons to pick Olympus SP-810 UZ over the Nikon L820
SP-810 UZ | L820 |
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Common features in the Nikon L820 and Olympus SP-810 UZ
L820 | SP-810 UZ | |||
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Focus manually | ![]() | No manual focusing | ||
Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Screen dimensions | 3" | ![]() | 3" | Equal screen measurements |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither includes selfie screen | ||
Touch friendly screen | ![]() | Lacking Touch friendly screen |
Nikon L820 vs Olympus SP-810 UZ Physical Comparison
For anybody who is looking to lug around your camera regularly, you will need to factor in its weight and volume. The Nikon L820 features external dimensions of 111mm x 76mm x 85mm (4.4" x 3.0" x 3.3") accompanied by a weight of 470 grams (1.04 lbs) and the Olympus SP-810 UZ has sizing of 106mm x 76mm x 74mm (4.2" x 3.0" x 2.9") with a weight of 413 grams (0.91 lbs).
Examine the Nikon L820 versus Olympus SP-810 UZ in our brand new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Bear in mind, the weight of an ILC will differ based on the lens you select at the time. Here is a front view measurements comparison of the L820 versus the SP-810 UZ.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability rating of the L820 and SP-810 UZ is 72 and 78 respectively.

Nikon L820 vs Olympus SP-810 UZ Sensor Comparison
Generally, it's tough to see the difference in sensor measurements just by going through a spec sheet. The graphic underneath may provide you a clearer sense of the sensor dimensions in the L820 and SP-810 UZ.
Clearly, both the cameras provide the same sensor dimensions albeit not the same resolution. You can count on the Nikon L820 to produce extra detail having an extra 2MP. Higher resolution can also allow you to crop photographs more aggressively. The more recent L820 will have an advantage with regard to sensor technology.

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Nikon L820 vs Olympus SP-810 UZ Specifications
Nikon Coolpix L820 | Olympus SP-810 UZ | |
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General Information | ||
Make | Nikon | Olympus |
Model | Nikon Coolpix L820 | Olympus SP-810 UZ |
Category | Small Sensor Superzoom | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Announced | 2013-01-29 | 2011-07-27 |
Physical type | SLR-like (bridge) | SLR-like (bridge) |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor | - | TruePic III+ |
Sensor type | BSI-CMOS | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 6.16 x 4.62mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor surface area | 28.5mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16 megapixel | 14 megapixel |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | - | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Full resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 4288 x 3216 |
Max native ISO | 3200 | 3200 |
Min native ISO | 125 | 80 |
RAW pictures | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch to focus | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detection focus | ||
Contract detection focus | ||
Phase detection focus | ||
Cross focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 23-675mm (29.3x) | 24-864mm (36.0x) |
Maximal aperture | f/3.0-5.8 | f/2.9-5.7 |
Macro focus distance | - | 5cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen size | 3" | 3" |
Screen resolution | 921k dots | 230k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch display | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 4 seconds | 1/4 seconds |
Highest shutter speed | 1/4000 seconds | 1/1200 seconds |
Continuous shooting rate | 8.0 frames/s | 0.7 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Set white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash range | - | 6.20 m |
Flash modes | - | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye |
External flash | ||
AEB | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) |
Max video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1280x720 |
Video format | - | MPEG-4 |
Microphone 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 | 470 grams (1.04 pounds) | 413 grams (0.91 pounds) |
Physical dimensions | 111 x 76 x 85mm (4.4" x 3.0" x 3.3") | 106 x 76 x 74mm (4.2" x 3.0" x 2.9") |
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 | 320 photographs | - |
Battery type | AA | - |
Battery model | 4 x AA | Li-50B |
Self timer | - | Yes (12 or 2 sec) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal |
Card slots | 1 | 1 |
Launch cost | $192 | $280 |