Nikon P510 vs Olympus SP-800 UZ

Below, we will be matching up the Nikon P510 and Olympus SP-800 UZ, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras by brands Nikon and Olympus. The image resolution of the P510 (16MP) and the SP-800 UZ (14MP) is pretty well matched and they use the exact same sensor size (1/2.3").

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The P510 was brought out 2 years later than the SP-800 UZ and that is quite a serious difference as far as technology is concerned. Both of the cameras come with different body type with the Nikon P510 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Olympus SP-800 UZ being a Compact camera.

Before diving in to a step-by-step comparison, below is a short summary of how the P510 grades vs the SP-800 UZ in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

The following is a preview of the gallery images for Nikon Coolpix P510 & Olympus SP-800 UZ. The entire galleries are available at Nikon P510 Gallery & Olympus SP-800 UZ Gallery.

If you are intending to carry your camera frequently, you should factor its weight and volume. The Nikon P510 enjoys exterior dimensions of 120mm x 83mm x 102mm (4.7" x 3.3" x 4.0") with a weight of 555 grams (1.22 lbs) and the Olympus SP-800 UZ has sizing of 110mm x 90mm x 91mm (4.3" x 3.5" x 3.6") with a weight of 455 grams (1.00 lbs).

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Keep in mind, the weight of an ILC will change dependant on the lens you are working with during that time. Below is the front view measurement comparison of the P510 against the SP-800 UZ.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the P510 and SP-800 UZ is 66 and 69 respectively.

Typically, it's hard to visualize the gap between sensor sizing purely by looking at technical specs. The graphic underneath will help offer you a greater sense of the sensor sizes in the P510 and SP-800 UZ.

As you can tell, each of the cameras posses the exact same sensor measurements albeit different MP. You can expect the Nikon P510 to give you more detail having its extra 2MP. Higher resolution can also let you crop shots somewhat more aggressively. The more modern P510 provides a benefit when it comes to sensor technology.