Nikon P500 vs Olympus SP-820UZ

Let's look a bit more in depth at the Nikon P500 versus Olympus SP-820UZ, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras by brands Nikon and Olympus. The sensor resolution of the P500 (12MP) and the SP-820UZ (14MP) is relatively comparable and they use the same exact sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The P500 was announced 18 months prior to the SP-820UZ which makes the cameras a generation apart from one another. Each of these cameras offer different body type with the Nikon P500 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Olympus SP-820UZ being a Compact camera.

Before diving in to a full comparison, below is a concise summation of how the P500 scores vs the SP-820UZ with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Following is a preview of the gallery photos for Nikon Coolpix P500 and Olympus Stylus SP-820UZ. The whole galleries are provided at Nikon P500 Gallery and Olympus SP-820UZ Gallery.

For anyone who is looking to carry your camera often, you'll have to think about its weight and proportions. The Nikon P500 enjoys outside measurements of 116mm x 84mm x 103mm (4.6" x 3.3" x 4.1") having a weight of 494 grams (1.09 lbs) while the Olympus SP-820UZ has measurements of 117mm x 78mm x 93mm (4.6" x 3.1" x 3.7") accompanied by a weight of 485 grams (1.07 lbs).

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Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you select during that time. The following is the front view over all size comparison of the P500 versus the SP-820UZ.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability score of the P500 and SP-820UZ is 67 and 69 respectively.

Normally, it is difficult to picture the gap in sensor sizing just by seeing a spec sheet. The visual underneath should give you a far better sense of the sensor sizing in the P500 and SP-820UZ.

Clearly, the two cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing albeit different resolution. You should count on the Olympus SP-820UZ to produce more detail with its extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also allow you to crop pictures a little more aggressively. The older P500 will be behind when it comes to sensor innovation.