Nikon S810c vs Olympus 1

Its time to take a deeper look at the Nikon S810c versus Olympus 1, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras by rivals Nikon and Olympus. There is a sizable difference among the image resolutions of the S810c (16MP) and 1 (12MP) and the S810c (1/2.3") and 1 (1/1.7") offer different sensor sizing.

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The S810c was revealed 5 months later than the 1 so they are both of a similar age. Both of these cameras feature different body design with the Nikon S810c being a Compact camera and the Olympus 1 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera.

Before getting into a step-by-step comparison, here is a brief overview of how the S810c grades against the 1 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Below is a sample of the gallery pictures for Nikon Coolpix S810c & Olympus Stylus 1. The full galleries are available at Nikon S810c Gallery & Olympus 1 Gallery.

For anyone who is intending to carry your camera frequently, you're going to have to factor in its weight and size. The Nikon S810c has physical measurements of 113mm x 64mm x 28mm (4.4" x 2.5" x 1.1") with a weight of 216 grams (0.48 lbs) while the Olympus 1 has specifications of 116mm x 87mm x 57mm (4.6" x 3.4" x 2.2") with a weight of 402 grams (0.89 lbs).

Take a look at the Nikon S810c versus Olympus 1 in our brand new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Do not forget, the weight of an ILC will differ based on the lens you are utilizing during that time. The following is a front view measurements comparison of the S810c compared to the 1.

Considering size and weight, the portability rating of the S810c and 1 is 91 and 79 respectively.

Often, it is difficult to imagine the gap in sensor sizing purely by checking out technical specs. The photograph below will help offer you a clearer sense of the sensor measurements in the S810c and 1.

As you have seen, both of these cameras feature different megapixels and different sensor sizing. The S810c having a smaller sensor is going to make shooting shallow DOF more challenging and the Nikon S810c will show greater detail because of its extra 4 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also make it easier to crop photos way more aggressively.