Nikon P80 vs Olympus SP-810 UZ

Here, we will be evaluating the Nikon P80 versus Olympus SP-810 UZ, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras by brands Nikon and Olympus. There is a substantial difference among the resolutions of the P80 (10MP) and SP-810 UZ (14MP) but both cameras provide the identical sensor size (1/2.3").

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The P80 was launched 3 years before the SP-810 UZ which is a fairly big difference as far as camera tech is concerned. Both cameras feature the same body design (SLR-like (bridge)).

Before we go into a detailed comparison, here is a short introduction of how the P80 matches up vs the SP-810 UZ for portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

This is a preview of the gallery images for Nikon Coolpix P80 & Olympus SP-810 UZ. The complete galleries are available at Nikon P80 Gallery & Olympus SP-810 UZ Gallery.

For anybody who is intending to travel with your camera often, you will want to factor its weight and dimensions. The Nikon P80 offers physical dimensions of 110mm x 79mm x 78mm (4.3" x 3.1" x 3.1") having a weight of 405 grams (0.89 lbs) whilst the Olympus SP-810 UZ has dimensions of 106mm x 76mm x 74mm (4.2" x 3.0" x 2.9") with a weight of 413 grams (0.91 lbs).

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Keep in mind, the weight of an ILC will differ dependant on the lens you are employing at that moment. Following is a front view over all size comparison of the P80 compared to the SP-810 UZ.

Looking at size and weight, the portability score of the P80 and SP-810 UZ is 75 and 78 respectively.

In many cases, it is tough to visualise the difference in sensor dimensions simply by looking through a spec sheet. The image underneath might offer you a more clear sense of the sensor dimensions in the P80 and SP-810 UZ.

As you can see, both of the cameras come with the identical sensor size albeit not the same resolution. You can expect the Olympus SP-810 UZ to render extra detail utilizing its extra 4 Megapixels. Higher resolution will help you crop pictures a good deal more aggressively. The more aged P80 will be behind when it comes to sensor innovation.