Nikon P310 vs Olympus SP-820UZ

The following is a detailed review of the Nikon P310 vs Olympus SP-820UZ, one is a Small Sensor Compact and the other is a Small Sensor Superzoom by brands Nikon and Olympus. The resolution of the P310 (16MP) and the SP-820UZ (14MP) is fairly comparable and they possess the exact same sensor size (1/2.3").

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The P310 was announced 2 months prior to the SP-820UZ which means that they are of a similar generation. Both of the cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).

Before diving straight into a in-depth comparison, below is a concise summary of how the P310 grades versus the SP-820UZ with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

The following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Nikon Coolpix P310 and Olympus Stylus SP-820UZ. The whole galleries are provided at Nikon P310 Gallery and Olympus SP-820UZ Gallery.

In case you're looking to travel with your camera often, you will have to take into account its weight and proportions. The Nikon P310 provides physical measurements of 103mm x 58mm x 32mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.3") having a weight of 194 grams (0.43 lbs) whilst the Olympus SP-820UZ has measurements of 117mm x 78mm x 93mm (4.6" x 3.1" x 3.7") with a weight of 485 grams (1.07 lbs).

Contrast the Nikon P310 vs Olympus SP-820UZ in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you are utilising at that moment. Underneath is the front view sizing comparison of the P310 versus the SP-820UZ.

Looking at size and weight, the portability rating of the P310 and SP-820UZ is 92 and 69 respectively.

Generally, its tough to imagine the gap in sensor dimensions merely by going through technical specs. The picture here will give you a far better sense of the sensor sizing in the P310 and SP-820UZ.

As you can tell, both of these cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements but different MP. You should anticipate the Nikon P310 to show extra detail with its extra 2MP. Greater resolution will enable you to crop pics much more aggressively.