Nikon S1000pj vs Olympus SP-820UZ

Following is a extensive overview of the Nikon S1000pj versus Olympus SP-820UZ, one is a Small Sensor Compact and the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom by brands Nikon and Olympus. The sensor resolution of the S1000pj (12MP) and the SP-820UZ (14MP) is relatively well matched and both cameras offer the identical sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The S1000pj was released 4 years before the SP-820UZ which is quite a sizable gap as far as tech is concerned. Each of these cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before we go right into a more detailed comparison, here is a simple view of how the S1000pj matches up versus the SP-820UZ in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Following is a preview of the gallery photos for Nikon Coolpix S1000pj and Olympus Stylus SP-820UZ. The complete galleries are available at Nikon S1000pj Gallery and Olympus SP-820UZ Gallery.

For those who are planning to carry around your camera, you will want to think about its weight and volume. The Nikon S1000pj has got physical dimensions of 96mm x 62mm x 23mm (3.8" x 2.4" x 0.9") along with a weight of 175 grams (0.39 lbs) and the Olympus SP-820UZ has sizing of 117mm x 78mm x 93mm (4.6" x 3.1" x 3.7") along with a weight of 485 grams (1.07 lbs).

Take a look at the Nikon S1000pj versus Olympus SP-820UZ in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you are employing at that time. Below is a front view sizing comparison of the S1000pj against the SP-820UZ.

Looking at size and weight, the portability score of the S1000pj and SP-820UZ is 94 and 69 respectively.

Oftentimes, it is very hard to visualize the contrast between sensor sizes simply by reading through specs. The picture here might give you a more clear sense of the sensor sizes in the S1000pj and SP-820UZ.

All in all, both of those cameras come with the identical sensor size albeit different resolution. You should count on the Olympus SP-820UZ to resolve extra detail as a result of its extra 2MP. Higher resolution can also make it easier to crop pictures a good deal more aggressively. The more aged S1000pj is going to be behind when it comes to sensor innovation.