Nikon L840 vs Olympus SZ-15

Here, we are analyzing the Nikon L840 vs Olympus SZ-15, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras by rivals Nikon and Olympus. The resolution of the L840 (16MP) and the SZ-15 (16MP) is fairly similar and both cameras posses the identical sensor size (1/2.3").

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The L840 was launched 20 months after the SZ-15 making them a generation away from each other. Both the cameras feature different body design with the Nikon L840 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Olympus SZ-15 being a Compact camera.

Before we go straight to a thorough comparison, here is a brief summation of how the L840 matches up versus the SZ-15 for portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Here is a sample of the gallery pictures for Nikon Coolpix L840 & Olympus SZ-15. The complete galleries are available at Nikon L840 Gallery & Olympus SZ-15 Gallery.

If you are aiming to carry around your camera often, you will need to consider its weight and volume. The Nikon L840 features exterior dimensions of 114mm x 89mm x 96mm (4.5" x 3.5" x 3.8") and a weight of 538 grams (1.19 lbs) whilst the Olympus SZ-15 has sizing of 108mm x 70mm x 40mm (4.3" x 2.8" x 1.6") along with a weight of 250 grams (0.55 lbs).

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Always remember, the weight of an ILC will differ dependant on the lens you are employing at that moment. Underneath is a front view dimension comparison of the L840 compared to the SZ-15.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability grade of the L840 and SZ-15 is 67 and 88 respectively.

Usually, it is hard to see the contrast between sensor sizes purely by reviewing specifications. The pic underneath will help give you a greater sense of the sensor sizes in the L840 and SZ-15.

Plainly, both the cameras come with the identical sensor size and the exact same MP and you can expect similar quality of photos though you will want to factor the age of the products into consideration. The more recent L840 is going to have an edge with regard to sensor technology.