Nikon P310 vs Olympus SP-565UZ

On this page, we are contrasting the Nikon P310 versus Olympus SP-565UZ, one is a Small Sensor Compact and the other is a Small Sensor Superzoom by manufacturers Nikon and Olympus. There is a significant difference between the sensor resolutions of the P310 (16MP) and SP-565UZ (10MP) but both cameras have the same sensor size (1/2.3").

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The P310 was launched 3 years after the SP-565UZ which is quite a sizable gap as far as tech is concerned. Both of these cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before getting right into a in-depth comparison, here is a short summation of how the P310 scores versus the SP-565UZ with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Here is a sample of the gallery pics for Nikon Coolpix P310 and Olympus SP-565UZ. The complete galleries are viewable at Nikon P310 Gallery and Olympus SP-565UZ Gallery.

For anybody who is looking to travel with your camera often, you will want to consider its weight and dimensions. The Nikon P310 offers outside measurements of 103mm x 58mm x 32mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.3") having a weight of 194 grams (0.43 lbs) while the Olympus SP-565UZ has dimensions of 116mm x 84mm x 81mm (4.6" x 3.3" x 3.2") with a weight of 413 grams (0.91 lbs).

Check out the Nikon P310 versus Olympus SP-565UZ in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you choose at that moment. Underneath is a front view size comparison of the P310 versus the SP-565UZ.

Considering size and weight, the portability grade of the P310 and SP-565UZ is 92 and 72 respectively.

Often, it's difficult to picture the gap between sensor dimensions purely by looking at a spec sheet. The picture below might offer you a better sense of the sensor sizing in the P310 and SP-565UZ.

As you can see, both the cameras provide the same sensor dimensions but different megapixels. You should expect to see the Nikon P310 to resolve more detail utilizing its extra 6MP. Greater resolution can also enable you to crop photos more aggressively. The newer P310 provides an advantage with regard to sensor tech.