Nikon L820 vs Olympus SP-820UZ
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Nikon L820 vs Olympus SP-820UZ 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
- Introduced January 2013
- Previous Model is Nikon L810
- Successor is Nikon L830
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 6400
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 22-896mm (F3.4-5.7) lens
- 485g - 117 x 78 x 93mm
- Released August 2012
- Succeeded the Olympus SP-820UZ
- Refreshed by Olympus SP-820UZ
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Below, we are reviewing the Nikon L820 vs Olympus SP-820UZ, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras by competitors Nikon and Olympus. The sensor resolution of the L820 (16MP) and the SP-820UZ (14MP) is fairly comparable and they possess the exact same sensor sizing (1/2.3").
Snapchat Adds Watermarks to AI-Created ImagesThe L820 was brought out 6 months later than the SP-820UZ and they are both of a similar generation. Both cameras come with different body type with the Nikon L820 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Olympus SP-820UZ being a Compact camera.
Before going in to a thorough comparison, below is a brief summation of how the L820 grades versus the SP-820UZ when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.
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Reasons to pick Nikon L820 over the Olympus SP-820UZ
| L820 | SP-820UZ | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Display resolution | 921k |  | 460k | Sharper display (+461k dot) |
Reasons to pick Olympus SP-820UZ over the Nikon L820
| SP-820UZ | L820 |
|---|
Common features in the Nikon L820 and Olympus SP-820UZ
| L820 | SP-820UZ | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Released | January 2013 |  | August 2012 | Same generation |
| Manual focus |  | Lack of manual focusing | ||
| Display type | Fixed |  | Fixed | Fixed display |
| Display dimension | 3" |  | 3" | Identical display measurement |
| Selfie screen |  | Neither comes with selfie screen | ||
| Touch friendly display |  | Lack of Touch friendly display |
Nikon L820 vs Olympus SP-820UZ Physical Comparison
If you're going to lug around your camera, you will have to factor its weight and size. The Nikon L820 comes with physical measurements of 111mm x 76mm x 85mm (4.4" x 3.0" x 3.3") having a weight of 470 grams (1.04 lbs) while the Olympus SP-820UZ has specifications of 117mm x 78mm x 93mm (4.6" x 3.1" x 3.7") accompanied by a weight of 485 grams (1.07 lbs).
Take a look at the Nikon L820 vs Olympus SP-820UZ in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you are utilizing at the time. The following is the front view physical size comparison of the L820 against the SP-820UZ.
Considering size and weight, the portability grade of the L820 and SP-820UZ is 72 and 69 respectively.
Nikon L820 vs Olympus SP-820UZ Sensor Comparison
Generally, it is hard to picture the contrast in sensor measurements purely by going through a spec sheet. The graphic underneath will provide you a more clear sense of the sensor sizing in the L820 and SP-820UZ.
As you can see, each of the cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements but different megapixels. You should anticipate the Nikon L820 to show extra detail having its extra 2 Megapixels. Greater resolution will enable you to crop images much more aggressively.
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Nikon L820 vs Olympus SP-820UZ Specifications
| Nikon Coolpix L820 | Olympus Stylus SP-820UZ | |
|---|---|---|
| General Information | ||
| Company | Nikon | Olympus |
| Model | Nikon Coolpix L820 | Olympus Stylus SP-820UZ |
| Class | Small Sensor Superzoom | Small Sensor Superzoom |
| Introduced | 2013-01-29 | 2012-08-21 |
| Physical type | SLR-like (bridge) | Compact |
| Sensor Information | ||
| Sensor type | BSI-CMOS | CMOS |
| Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
| Sensor dimensions | 6.16 x 4.62mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
| Sensor area | 28.5mm² | 28.1mm² |
| Sensor resolution | 16MP | 14MP |
| Anti aliasing filter | ||
| Aspect ratio | - | 4:3 and 16:9 |
| Maximum resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 4288 x 3216 |
| Maximum native ISO | 3200 | 6400 |
| Min native ISO | 125 | 80 |
| RAW support | ||
| Autofocusing | ||
| Manual focus | ||
| Autofocus touch | ||
| Autofocus continuous | ||
| Autofocus single | ||
| Tracking autofocus | ||
| Selective autofocus | ||
| Autofocus center weighted | ||
| Multi area autofocus | ||
| Autofocus live view | ||
| Face detection focus | ||
| Contract detection focus | ||
| Phase detection focus | ||
| Cross focus points | - | - |
| Lens | ||
| Lens mount | fixed lens | fixed lens |
| Lens focal range | 23-675mm (29.3x) | 22-896mm (40.7x) |
| Maximum aperture | f/3.0-5.8 | f/3.4-5.7 |
| Macro focus range | - | 1cm |
| Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.8 |
| Screen | ||
| Type of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
| Screen diagonal | 3" | 3" |
| Resolution of screen | 921k dots | 460k dots |
| Selfie friendly | ||
| Liveview | ||
| Touch capability | ||
| Screen technology | - | TFT Color LCD |
| Viewfinder Information | ||
| Viewfinder type | None | None |
| Features | ||
| Lowest shutter speed | 4 seconds | 4 seconds |
| Highest shutter speed | 1/4000 seconds | 1/2000 seconds |
| Continuous shooting rate | 8.0fps | 2.0fps |
| Shutter priority | ||
| Aperture priority | ||
| Manual mode | ||
| Change white balance | ||
| Image stabilization | ||
| Built-in flash | ||
| Flash range | - | 15.00 m |
| Flash modes | - | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Fill-in |
| Hot shoe | ||
| AEB | ||
| WB bracketing | ||
| Exposure | ||
| Multisegment | ||
| Average | ||
| Spot | ||
| Partial | ||
| AF area | ||
| Center weighted | ||
| Video features | ||
| Supported video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 | 1920 x 1080 (30 fps), 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30, 120 fps), 320 x 180 (30, 240 fps) |
| Maximum video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1920x1080 |
| Video format | - | MPEG-4, H.264 |
| Mic support | ||
| Headphone support | ||
| Connectivity | ||
| Wireless | None | None |
| Bluetooth | ||
| NFC | ||
| HDMI | ||
| USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
| GPS | None | None |
| Physical | ||
| Environment sealing | ||
| Water proof | ||
| Dust proof | ||
| Shock proof | ||
| Crush proof | ||
| Freeze proof | ||
| Weight | 470 grams (1.04 lb) | 485 grams (1.07 lb) |
| Dimensions | 111 x 76 x 85mm (4.4" x 3.0" x 3.3") | 117 x 78 x 93mm (4.6" x 3.1" x 3.7") |
| 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 images | - |
| Battery style | AA | - |
| Battery model | 4 x AA | - |
| Self timer | - | Yes (2 or 12 sec, pet auto shutter) |
| Time lapse feature | ||
| Storage type | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/SDHC/SDXC |
| Card slots | 1 | 1 |
| Price at launch | $192 | $299 |
