Nikon L840 vs Olympus SP-620 UZ
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![Nikon Coolpix L840 front Nikon Coolpix L840 front](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/cameras/gallery/medium/Nikon-Coolpix-L840/Nikon-L840-front.jpg)
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Nikon L840 vs Olympus SP-620 UZ Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Tilting Screen
- ISO 100 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 23-855mm (F3.0-6.5) lens
- 538g - 114 x 89 x 96mm
- Released February 2015
- Previous Model is Nikon L830
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 3200
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 25-525mm (F3.1-5.8) lens
- 435g - 110 x 74 x 74mm
- Announced January 2012
- Superseded the Olympus SP-610UZ
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Nikon L840 vs Olympus SP-620 UZ Overview
Below is a in depth comparison of the Nikon L840 versus Olympus SP-620 UZ, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras by manufacturers Nikon and Olympus. The sensor resolution of the L840 (16MP) and the SP-620 UZ (16MP) is very well matched and both cameras posses the same sensor dimensions (1/2.3").
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The L840 was revealed 3 years later than the SP-620 UZ and that is quite a significant difference as far as tech is concerned. Each of these cameras have different body design with the Nikon L840 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Olympus SP-620 UZ being a Compact camera.
Before delving right into a comprehensive comparison, here is a concise highlight of how the L840 matches up versus the SP-620 UZ in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.
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Nikon L840 vs Olympus SP-620 UZ Gallery
This is a sample of the gallery pics for Nikon Coolpix L840 & Olympus SP-620 UZ. The full galleries are provided at Nikon L840 Gallery & Olympus SP-620 UZ Gallery.
Reasons to pick Nikon L840 over the Olympus SP-620 UZ
L840 | SP-620 UZ | |||
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Announced | February 2015 | ![]() | January 2012 | More recent by 38 months |
Display type | Tilting | ![]() | Fixed | Tilting display |
Display resolution | 921k | ![]() | 230k | Sharper display (+691k dot) |
Reasons to pick Olympus SP-620 UZ over the Nikon L840
SP-620 UZ | L840 |
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Common features in the Nikon L840 and Olympus SP-620 UZ
L840 | SP-620 UZ | |||
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Manual focus | ![]() | No manual focusing | ||
Display dimensions | 3" | ![]() | 3" | Equal display sizing |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Lack of selfie screen | ||
Touch friendly display | ![]() | Neither includes Touch friendly display |
Nikon L840 vs Olympus SP-620 UZ Physical Comparison
If you're looking to lug around your camera, you'll have to think about its weight and proportions. The Nikon L840 features external dimensions of 114mm x 89mm x 96mm (4.5" x 3.5" x 3.8") and a weight of 538 grams (1.19 lbs) while the Olympus SP-620 UZ has measurements of 110mm x 74mm x 74mm (4.3" x 2.9" x 2.9") accompanied by a weight of 435 grams (0.96 lbs).
Compare the Nikon L840 versus Olympus SP-620 UZ in our completely new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.![Camera Size Comparison with Lenses Camera Size Comparison with Lenses](https://pxlmag.com/db/assets/camera-size-comparison-animation.gif)
Remember, the weight of an ILC will vary dependant on the lens you have chosen at that time. The following is a front view size comparison of the L840 compared to the SP-620 UZ.
![Nikon L840 vs Olympus SP-620 UZ size comparison Nikon L840 vs Olympus SP-620 UZ size comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Nikon-Coolpix-L840-vs-Olympus-SP-620-UZ-size-comparison.jpg)
Factoring in size and weight, the portability rating of the L840 and SP-620 UZ is 67 and 78 respectively.
![Nikon L840 vs Olympus SP-620 UZ top view buttons comparison Nikon L840 vs Olympus SP-620 UZ top view buttons comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Nikon-Coolpix-L840-vs-Olympus-SP-620-UZ-top-view-buttons-comparison.jpg)
Nikon L840 vs Olympus SP-620 UZ Sensor Comparison
Generally, it's tough to see the difference between sensor measurements simply by reading through a spec sheet. The visual below should give you a clearer sense of the sensor dimensions in the L840 and SP-620 UZ.
As you can see, both the cameras provide the same sensor dimensions and the same exact megapixels therefore you can expect similar quality of images although you would want to factor the age of the products into consideration. The more modern L840 will have a benefit when it comes to sensor technology.
![Nikon L840 vs Olympus SP-620 UZ sensor size comparison Nikon L840 vs Olympus SP-620 UZ sensor size comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/sensor-compare/Nikon-Coolpix-L840-vs-Olympus-SP-620-UZ-sensor-size-comparison.png)
Nikon L840 vs Olympus SP-620 UZ Screen and ViewFinder
![Nikon L840 vs Olympus SP-620 UZ Screen and Viewfinder comparison Nikon L840 vs Olympus SP-620 UZ Screen and Viewfinder comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Nikon-Coolpix-L840-vs-Olympus-SP-620-UZ-screen-back-comparison.jpg)
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Photography Type Scores
Portrait Comparison
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Sports Comparison
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Travel Comparison
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Landscape Comparison
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Vlogging Comparison
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Nikon L840 vs Olympus SP-620 UZ Specifications
Nikon Coolpix L840 | Olympus SP-620 UZ | |
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General Information | ||
Company | Nikon | Olympus |
Model | Nikon Coolpix L840 | Olympus SP-620 UZ |
Category | Small Sensor Superzoom | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Released | 2015-02-10 | 2012-01-10 |
Physical type | SLR-like (bridge) | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor | - | TruePic III+ |
Sensor type | CMOS | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16MP | 16MP |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Full resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 4608 x 3456 |
Max native ISO | 6400 | 3200 |
Lowest native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW support | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
AF touch | ||
Continuous AF | ||
Single AF | ||
AF tracking | ||
Selective AF | ||
AF center weighted | ||
AF multi area | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detection focusing | ||
Contract detection focusing | ||
Phase detection focusing | ||
Cross focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 23-855mm (37.2x) | 25-525mm (21.0x) |
Max aperture | f/3.0-6.5 | f/3.1-5.8 |
Macro focus distance | 1cm | 1cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Type of screen | Tilting | Fixed Type |
Screen size | 3" | 3" |
Screen resolution | 921k dots | 230k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch functionality | ||
Screen tech | - | TFT Color LCD |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 4 secs | 4 secs |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/4000 secs | 1/1500 secs |
Continuous shooting rate | 7.4 frames per second | - |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual mode | ||
Custom WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash range | 6.90 m (at Auto ISO) | 6.00 m |
Flash modes | - | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Fill-in |
Hot shoe | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (60i, 50i, 30p, 25p), 1280 x 720 (30p, 25p), 640 x 480 (30p, 25p) | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 180 (30fps) |
Max video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1280x720 |
Video file format | MPEG-4, H.264 | MPEG-4, H.264 |
Microphone port | ||
Headphone port | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | Eye-Fi Connected |
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 | 538 gr (1.19 lbs) | 435 gr (0.96 lbs) |
Physical dimensions | 114 x 89 x 96mm (4.5" x 3.5" x 3.8") | 110 x 74 x 74mm (4.3" x 2.9" 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 | 590 photographs | - |
Form of battery | AA | - |
Battery model | - | 4 x AA |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (2 or 12 sec, pet auto shutter) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Storage type | SC/SDHC/SDXC | SD/SDHC/SDXC |
Card slots | Single | Single |
Launch price | $400 | $199 |