Nikon S800c vs Olympus SP-620 UZ
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Nikon S800c vs Olympus SP-620 UZ Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3.5" Fixed Display
- ISO 125 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 25-250mm (F3.2-5.8) lens
- 184g - 111 x 60 x 27mm
- Announced February 2013
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 3200
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 25-525mm (F3.1-5.8) lens
- 435g - 110 x 74 x 74mm
- Released January 2012
- Older Model is Olympus SP-610UZ

Nikon S800c vs Olympus SP-620 UZ Overview
Let's examine more in depth at the Nikon S800c and Olympus SP-620 UZ, one being a Small Sensor Compact and the other is a Small Sensor Superzoom by brands Nikon and Olympus. The sensor resolution of the S800c (16MP) and the SP-620 UZ (16MP) is very comparable and they come with the same exact sensor measurements (1/2.3").

The S800c was launched 14 months later than the SP-620 UZ making the cameras a generation apart from each other. Both of these cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).
Before delving through a in depth comparison, below is a concise view of how the S800c matches up vs the SP-620 UZ with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Nikon S800c vs Olympus SP-620 UZ Gallery
This is a sample of the gallery pics for Nikon Coolpix S800c and Olympus SP-620 UZ. The complete galleries are available at Nikon S800c Gallery and Olympus SP-620 UZ Gallery.
Reasons to pick Nikon S800c over the Olympus SP-620 UZ
S800c | SP-620 UZ | |||
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Released | February 2013 | ![]() | January 2012 | Fresher by 14 months |
Display sizing | 3.5" | ![]() | 3" | Larger display (+0.5") |
Display resolution | 819k | ![]() | 230k | Crisper display (+589k dot) |
Touch display | ![]() | Easily navigate |
Reasons to pick Olympus SP-620 UZ over the Nikon S800c
SP-620 UZ | S800c |
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Common features in the Nikon S800c and Olympus SP-620 UZ
S800c | SP-620 UZ | |||
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Manually focus | ![]() | Lack of manual focusing | ||
Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Lacking selfie screen |
Nikon S800c vs Olympus SP-620 UZ Physical Comparison
For those who are looking to carry your camera regularly, you need to take into account its weight and size. The Nikon S800c features exterior dimensions of 111mm x 60mm x 27mm (4.4" x 2.4" x 1.1") accompanied by a weight of 184 grams (0.41 lbs) and the Olympus SP-620 UZ has specifications of 110mm x 74mm x 74mm (4.3" x 2.9" x 2.9") with a weight of 435 grams (0.96 lbs).
Contrast the Nikon S800c and Olympus SP-620 UZ in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you have at that moment. The following is the front view physical size comparison of the S800c compared to the SP-620 UZ.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability grade of the S800c and SP-620 UZ is 93 and 78 respectively.

Nikon S800c vs Olympus SP-620 UZ Sensor Comparison
Often, it is difficult to envision the difference in sensor sizing just by seeing technical specs. The photograph here will give you a stronger sense of the sensor dimensions in the S800c and SP-620 UZ.
As you can tell, both the cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing and the exact same resolution therefore you should expect comparable quality of files though you should really factor the production date of the cameras into account. The younger S800c will have an advantage with regard to sensor technology.

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Nikon S800c vs Olympus SP-620 UZ Specifications
Nikon Coolpix S800c | Olympus SP-620 UZ | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | Nikon | Olympus |
Model type | Nikon Coolpix S800c | Olympus SP-620 UZ |
Class | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Announced | 2013-02-04 | 2012-01-10 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor Chip | Expeed C2 | TruePic III+ |
Sensor type | BSI-CMOS | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor surface area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16 megapixel | 16 megapixel |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | - | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Maximum resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 4608 x 3456 |
Maximum native ISO | 3200 | 3200 |
Min native ISO | 125 | 100 |
RAW support | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch focus | ||
Continuous AF | ||
Single AF | ||
Tracking AF | ||
AF selectice | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
AF multi area | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detect AF | ||
Contract detect AF | ||
Phase detect AF | ||
Total focus points | 9 | - |
Cross type focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens support | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 25-250mm (10.0x) | 25-525mm (21.0x) |
Maximal aperture | f/3.2-5.8 | f/3.1-5.8 |
Macro focusing distance | 10cm | 1cm |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display diagonal | 3.5 inch | 3 inch |
Display resolution | 819k dot | 230k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch screen | ||
Display technology | OLED panel with Anti-reflection coating | TFT Color LCD |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 4 secs | 4 secs |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/4000 secs | 1/1500 secs |
Continuous shooting speed | 8.0fps | - |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Change WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash distance | - | 6.00 m |
Flash settings | - | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Fill-in |
Hot shoe | ||
AEB | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (30 fps), 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 180 (30fps) |
Maximum video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1280x720 |
Video format | MPEG-4, H.264 | MPEG-4, H.264 |
Mic input | ||
Headphone input | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | Eye-Fi Connected |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 3.0 (5 GBit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | BuiltIn | None |
Physical | ||
Environment seal | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 184 grams (0.41 pounds) | 435 grams (0.96 pounds) |
Dimensions | 111 x 60 x 27mm (4.4" x 2.4" x 1.1") | 110 x 74 x 74mm (4.3" x 2.9" x 2.9") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light rating | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 140 images | - |
Battery format | Battery Pack | - |
Battery ID | EN-EL12 | 4 x AA |
Self timer | Yes (10 or 2 seconds) | Yes (2 or 12 sec, pet auto shutter) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC | SD/SDHC/SDXC |
Storage slots | Single | Single |
Price at launch | $290 | $199 |