Nikon S800c vs Olympus SP-810 UZ

Lets take a more detailed look at the Nikon S800c versus Olympus SP-810 UZ, one being a Small Sensor Compact and the other is a Small Sensor Superzoom by rivals Nikon and Olympus. The sensor resolution of the S800c (16MP) and the SP-810 UZ (14MP) is very comparable and they feature the same exact sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The S800c was introduced 19 months later than the SP-810 UZ making the cameras a generation apart from each other. Both of the cameras offer different body type with the Nikon S800c being a Compact camera and the Olympus SP-810 UZ being a SLR-like (bridge) camera.

Before diving straight into a in depth comparison, below is a short overview of how the S800c grades against the SP-810 UZ in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

The following is a sample of the gallery pics for Nikon Coolpix S800c and Olympus SP-810 UZ. The whole galleries are viewable at Nikon S800c Gallery and Olympus SP-810 UZ Gallery.

In case you're aiming to carry your camera often, you'll need to think about its weight and size. The Nikon S800c has got external 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) whilst the Olympus SP-810 UZ has specifications of 106mm x 76mm x 74mm (4.2" x 3.0" x 2.9") accompanied by a weight of 413 grams (0.91 lbs).

Look at the Nikon S800c versus Olympus SP-810 UZ in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you are employing at that time. Below is the front view proportions comparison of the S800c vs the SP-810 UZ.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability score of the S800c and SP-810 UZ is 93 and 78 respectively.

Usually, it is very hard to visualise the gap in sensor sizing just by seeing specs. The graphic underneath will offer you a more clear sense of the sensor dimensions in the S800c and SP-810 UZ.

As you can plainly see, each of the cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing but not the same MP. You should expect to see the Nikon S800c to provide greater detail using its extra 2MP. Greater resolution will also make it easier to crop pics a little more aggressively. The newer S800c will have an edge when it comes to sensor innovation.