Nikon P80 vs Olympus SZ-10

The following is a comprehensive analysis of the Nikon P80 versus Olympus SZ-10, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras by manufacturers Nikon and Olympus. There is a sizeable difference between the sensor resolutions of the P80 (10MP) and SZ-10 (14MP) but they come with the exact same sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The P80 was introduced 3 years prior to the SZ-10 which is quite a large gap as far as tech is concerned. Both the cameras come with different body type with the Nikon P80 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Olympus SZ-10 being a Compact camera.

Before we go in to a full comparison, below is a short synopsis of how the P80 scores against the SZ-10 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

This is a preview of the gallery photos for Nikon Coolpix P80 and Olympus SZ-10. The whole galleries are provided at Nikon P80 Gallery and Olympus SZ-10 Gallery.

In case you're aiming to travel with your camera regularly, you need to think about its weight and proportions. The Nikon P80 comes with outside dimensions of 110mm x 79mm x 78mm (4.3" x 3.1" x 3.1") and a weight of 405 grams (0.89 lbs) while the Olympus SZ-10 has measurements of 106mm x 67mm x 38mm (4.2" x 2.6" x 1.5") along with a weight of 215 grams (0.47 lbs).

Compare the Nikon P80 versus Olympus SZ-10 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you are employing at that time. Underneath is the front view size comparison of the P80 vs the SZ-10.

Looking at size and weight, the portability rating of the P80 and SZ-10 is 75 and 90 respectively.

Oftentimes, it can be tough to picture the contrast between sensor dimensions merely by checking specifications. The image here might offer you a more clear sense of the sensor sizes in the P80 and SZ-10.

Plainly, the 2 cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements albeit different megapixels. You should count on the Olympus SZ-10 to give more detail using its extra 4 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also allow you to crop shots much more aggressively. The more aged P80 is going to be behind when it comes to sensor innovation.