Nikon P950 vs Olympus SP-810 UZ

Its time to look more closely at the Nikon P950 vs Olympus SP-810 UZ, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras by rivals Nikon and Olympus. The image resolution of the P950 (16MP) and the SP-810 UZ (14MP) is relatively well matched and both cameras boast the identical sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The P950 was announced 8 years later than the SP-810 UZ and that is quite a significant gap as far as tech is concerned. The two cameras feature the same body design (SLR-like (bridge)).

Before going right into a detailed comparison, here is a quick view of how the P950 matches up against the SP-810 UZ with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Following is a preview of the gallery photos for Nikon Coolpix P950 and Olympus SP-810 UZ. The whole galleries are provided at Nikon P950 Gallery and Olympus SP-810 UZ Gallery.

If you're going to lug around your camera, you have to factor in its weight and proportions. The Nikon P950 enjoys physical measurements of 140mm x 110mm x 150mm (5.5" x 4.3" x 5.9") accompanied by a weight of 1005 grams (2.22 lbs) while the Olympus SP-810 UZ has measurements of 106mm x 76mm x 74mm (4.2" x 3.0" x 2.9") accompanied by a weight of 413 grams (0.91 lbs).

Take a look at the Nikon P950 vs Olympus SP-810 UZ in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you are using at that time. Here is a front view overall size comparison of the P950 versus the SP-810 UZ.

Considering size and weight, the portability score of the P950 and SP-810 UZ is 52 and 78 respectively.

Often, it's hard to picture the difference between sensor measurements just by checking specs. The visual below will help provide you a far better sense of the sensor sizing in the P950 and SP-810 UZ.

All in all, the two cameras feature the identical sensor size albeit different MP. You should count on the Nikon P950 to give greater detail with its extra 2MP. Higher resolution will allow you to crop shots way more aggressively. The newer P950 provides a benefit with regard to sensor technology.