Nikon P510 vs Olympus SP-820UZ
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![Nikon Coolpix P510 front Nikon Coolpix P510 front](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/cameras/gallery/medium/Nikon-Coolpix-P510/Nikon-P510-front.jpg)
![Olympus Stylus SP-820UZ front Olympus Stylus SP-820UZ front](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/cameras/gallery/medium/Olympus-Stylus-SP-820UZ/Olympus-SP-820UZ-front.jpg)
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Nikon P510 vs Olympus SP-820UZ Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Tilting Screen
- ISO 100 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1/8000s Maximum Shutter
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 24-1000mm (F3.0-5.9) lens
- 555g - 120 x 83 x 102mm
- Revealed July 2012
- Previous Model is Nikon P500
- Later Model is Nikon P520
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 6400
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 22-896mm (F3.4-5.7) lens
- 485g - 117 x 78 x 93mm
- Released August 2012
- Superseded the Olympus SP-820UZ
- Later Model is Olympus SP-820UZ
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Nikon P510 vs Olympus SP-820UZ Overview
In this write-up, we will be matching up the Nikon P510 and Olympus SP-820UZ, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras by manufacturers Nikon and Olympus. The resolution of the P510 (16MP) and the SP-820UZ (14MP) is relatively well matched and they possess the same exact sensor sizes (1/2.3").
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The P510 was manufactured at a similar time to the SP-820UZ so they are of a similar generation. The two cameras offer different body type with the Nikon P510 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Olympus SP-820UZ being a Compact camera.
Before we go through a complete comparison, below is a simple introduction of how the P510 scores vs the SP-820UZ in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.
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Nikon P510 vs Olympus SP-820UZ Gallery
Following is a preview of the gallery photos for Nikon Coolpix P510 and Olympus Stylus SP-820UZ. The entire galleries are available at Nikon P510 Gallery and Olympus SP-820UZ Gallery.
Reasons to pick Nikon P510 over the Olympus SP-820UZ
P510 | SP-820UZ | |||
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Focus manually | ![]() | Very precise focusing | ||
Screen type | Tilting | ![]() | Fixed | Tilting screen |
Screen resolution | 921k | ![]() | 460k | Clearer screen (+461k dot) |
Reasons to pick Olympus SP-820UZ over the Nikon P510
SP-820UZ | P510 |
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Common features in the Nikon P510 and Olympus SP-820UZ
P510 | SP-820UZ | |||
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Released | July 2012 | ![]() | August 2012 | Similar generation |
Screen sizing | 3" | ![]() | 3" | Equivalent screen dimensions |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Lacking selfie screen | ||
Touch friendly screen | ![]() | Lacking Touch friendly screen |
Nikon P510 vs Olympus SP-820UZ Physical Comparison
When you are going to travel with your camera frequently, you'll have to factor in its weight and measurements. The Nikon P510 comes with exterior measurements of 120mm x 83mm x 102mm (4.7" x 3.3" x 4.0") having a weight of 555 grams (1.22 lbs) and the Olympus SP-820UZ has proportions of 117mm x 78mm x 93mm (4.6" x 3.1" x 3.7") with a weight of 485 grams (1.07 lbs).
Compare the Nikon P510 and Olympus SP-820UZ in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.![Camera Size Comparison with Lenses Camera Size Comparison with Lenses](https://pxlmag.com/db/assets/camera-size-comparison-animation.gif)
Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you are utilizing during that time. The following is the front view sizing comparison of the P510 compared to the SP-820UZ.
![Nikon P510 vs Olympus SP-820UZ size comparison Nikon P510 vs Olympus SP-820UZ size comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Nikon-Coolpix-P510-vs-Olympus-Stylus-SP-820UZ-size-comparison.jpg)
Taking into account size and weight, the portability grade of the P510 and SP-820UZ is 66 and 69 respectively.
![Nikon P510 vs Olympus SP-820UZ top view buttons comparison Nikon P510 vs Olympus SP-820UZ top view buttons comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Nikon-Coolpix-P510-vs-Olympus-Stylus-SP-820UZ-top-view-buttons-comparison.jpg)
Nikon P510 vs Olympus SP-820UZ Sensor Comparison
Oftentimes, it's hard to see the gap between sensor dimensions merely by looking at specs. The picture below should give you a far better sense of the sensor sizing in the P510 and SP-820UZ.
As you can plainly see, both cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing albeit not the same resolution. You should count on the Nikon P510 to give more detail due to its extra 2MP. Higher resolution will make it easier to crop shots a little more aggressively.
![Nikon P510 vs Olympus SP-820UZ sensor size comparison Nikon P510 vs Olympus SP-820UZ sensor size comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/sensor-compare/Nikon-Coolpix-P510-vs-Olympus-Stylus-SP-820UZ-sensor-size-comparison.png)
Nikon P510 vs Olympus SP-820UZ Screen and ViewFinder
![Nikon P510 vs Olympus SP-820UZ Screen and Viewfinder comparison Nikon P510 vs Olympus SP-820UZ Screen and Viewfinder comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Nikon-Coolpix-P510-vs-Olympus-Stylus-SP-820UZ-screen-back-comparison.jpg)
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Photography Type Scores
Portrait Comparison
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Street Comparison
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Sports Comparison
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Travel Comparison
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Landscape Comparison
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Vlogging Comparison
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Nikon P510 vs Olympus SP-820UZ Specifications
Nikon Coolpix P510 | Olympus Stylus SP-820UZ | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | Nikon | Olympus |
Model | Nikon Coolpix P510 | Olympus Stylus SP-820UZ |
Category | Small Sensor Superzoom | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Revealed | 2012-07-05 | 2012-08-21 |
Body design | SLR-like (bridge) | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Powered by | 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 area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16MP | 14MP |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Maximum resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 4288 x 3216 |
Maximum native ISO | 3200 | 6400 |
Lowest native ISO | 100 | 80 |
RAW data | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detection autofocus | ||
Contract detection autofocus | ||
Phase detection autofocus | ||
Cross focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 24-1000mm (41.7x) | 22-896mm (40.7x) |
Largest aperture | f/3.0-5.9 | f/3.4-5.7 |
Macro focus distance | 2cm | 1cm |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Tilting | Fixed Type |
Screen sizing | 3 inch | 3 inch |
Screen resolution | 921 thousand dot | 460 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch screen | ||
Screen technology | TFT-LCD with Anti-reflection coating | TFT Color LCD |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | Electronic | None |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 30s | 4s |
Highest shutter speed | 1/8000s | 1/2000s |
Continuous shooting speed | 7.0fps | 2.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | - |
Set white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash range | - | 15.00 m |
Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow-sync | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Fill-in |
Hot shoe | ||
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 (15, 30fps), 1280 x 720p (60, 30 fps), 640 x 480 (120, 30fps) | 1920 x 1080 (30 fps), 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30, 120 fps), 320 x 180 (30, 240 fps) |
Maximum video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1920x1080 |
Video file format | MPEG-4, H.264 | MPEG-4, H.264 |
Mic input | ||
Headphone input | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Eye-Fi Connected | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | BuiltIn | None |
Physical | ||
Environment seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 555 gr (1.22 lbs) | 485 gr (1.07 lbs) |
Dimensions | 120 x 83 x 102mm (4.7" x 3.3" x 4.0") | 117 x 78 x 93mm (4.6" x 3.1" x 3.7") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around 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 life | 200 images | - |
Battery format | Battery Pack | - |
Battery model | EN-EL5 | - |
Self timer | Yes | Yes (2 or 12 sec, pet auto shutter) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/SDHC/SDXC |
Storage slots | Single | Single |
Launch price | $600 | $299 |