Nikon P100 vs Olympus SP-820UZ
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Nikon P100 vs Olympus SP-820UZ Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 10MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Tilting Display
- ISO 80 - 3200
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 26-678mm (F2.8-5.0) lens
- 481g - 114 x 83 x 99mm
- Revealed July 2010
(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
- Revealed August 2012
- Older Model is Olympus SP-820UZ
- Replacement is Olympus SP-820UZ
Nikon P100 vs Olympus SP-820UZ Overview
In this write-up, we are contrasting the Nikon P100 vs Olympus SP-820UZ, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras by rivals Nikon and Olympus. There is a significant difference between the sensor resolutions of the P100 (10MP) and SP-820UZ (14MP) but they possess the same exact sensor sizing (1/2.3").
Apple patent reveals improved iPhone camera durabilityThe P100 was revealed 3 years prior to the SP-820UZ and that is quite a sizable gap as far as tech is concerned. The two cameras offer different body type with the Nikon P100 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Olympus SP-820UZ being a Compact camera.
Before getting straight into a step-by-step comparison, below is a concise view of how the P100 matches up versus the SP-820UZ in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.
Nikon P100 vs Olympus SP-820UZ Gallery
Below is a sample of the gallery pics for Nikon Coolpix P100 and Olympus Stylus SP-820UZ. The full galleries are available at Nikon P100 Gallery and Olympus SP-820UZ Gallery.
Reasons to pick Nikon P100 over the Olympus SP-820UZ
P100 | SP-820UZ | |||
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Manually focus | Very precise focus | |||
Display type | Tilting | Fixed | Tilting display |
Reasons to pick Olympus SP-820UZ over the Nikon P100
SP-820UZ | P100 | |||
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Revealed | August 2012 | July 2010 | Fresher by 25 months |
Common features in the Nikon P100 and Olympus SP-820UZ
P100 | SP-820UZ | |||
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Display sizing | 3" | 3" | Equivalent display measurement | |
Display resolution | 460k | 460k | Equal display resolution | |
Selfie screen | Lacking selfie screen | |||
Touch display | Lacking Touch display |
Nikon P100 vs Olympus SP-820UZ Physical Comparison
For anyone who is looking to carry your camera regularly, you're going to have to consider its weight and measurements. The Nikon P100 offers external dimensions of 114mm x 83mm x 99mm (4.5" x 3.3" x 3.9") and a weight of 481 grams (1.06 lbs) while the Olympus SP-820UZ has proportions of 117mm x 78mm x 93mm (4.6" x 3.1" x 3.7") and a weight of 485 grams (1.07 lbs).
Look at the Nikon P100 vs Olympus SP-820UZ in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you are employing at that moment. Following is the front view size comparison of the P100 and the SP-820UZ.
Factoring in size and weight, the portability grade of the P100 and SP-820UZ is 68 and 69 respectively.
Nikon P100 vs Olympus SP-820UZ Sensor Comparison
Usually, it's hard to envision the gap between sensor sizing simply by going over technical specs. The visual here will offer you a more clear sense of the sensor sizes in the P100 and SP-820UZ.
As you can tell, the two cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing but not the same megapixels. You should expect to see the Olympus SP-820UZ to offer you extra detail because of its extra 4 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also let you crop photos far more aggressively. The older P100 is going to be disadvantaged in sensor innovation.
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Nikon P100 vs Olympus SP-820UZ Specifications
Nikon Coolpix P100 | Olympus Stylus SP-820UZ | |
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General Information | ||
Make | Nikon | Olympus |
Model | Nikon Coolpix P100 | Olympus Stylus SP-820UZ |
Category | Small Sensor Superzoom | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Revealed | 2010-07-06 | 2012-08-21 |
Physical type | SLR-like (bridge) | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor Chip | Expeed C2 | - |
Sensor type | BSI-CMOS | CMOS |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor surface area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 10MP | 14MP |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Max resolution | 3648 x 2736 | 4288 x 3216 |
Max native ISO | 3200 | 6400 |
Lowest native ISO | 80 | 80 |
RAW support | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch to focus | ||
AF continuous | ||
Single AF | ||
AF tracking | ||
AF selectice | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
Multi area AF | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detect focusing | ||
Contract detect focusing | ||
Phase detect focusing | ||
Cross focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 26-678mm (26.1x) | 22-896mm (40.7x) |
Highest aperture | f/2.8-5.0 | f/3.4-5.7 |
Macro focus range | 1cm | 1cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Tilting | Fixed Type |
Display sizing | 3 inch | 3 inch |
Display resolution | 460 thousand dots | 460 thousand dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch display | ||
Display technology | - | TFT Color LCD |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | Electronic | None |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 4s | 4s |
Max shutter speed | 1/2000s | 1/2000s |
Continuous shutter rate | 10.0 frames per second | 2.0 frames per second |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | - |
Custom WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash range | - | 15.00 m |
Flash settings | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Fill-in, Slow Syncro | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Fill-in |
External flash | ||
AE bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (30 fps), 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) | 1920 x 1080 (30 fps), 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30, 120 fps), 320 x 180 (30, 240 fps) |
Max video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1920x1080 |
Video file format | H.264 | 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 | ||
Environmental sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 481g (1.06 pounds) | 485g (1.07 pounds) |
Dimensions | 114 x 83 x 99mm (4.5" x 3.3" x 3.9") | 117 x 78 x 93mm (4.6" x 3.1" x 3.7") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall 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 model | EN-EL5 | - |
Self timer | Yes (2 to 10 sec) | Yes (2 or 12 sec, pet auto shutter) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC, Internal | SD/SDHC/SDXC |
Card slots | 1 | 1 |
Retail cost | $400 | $299 |