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Nikon S810c vs Olympus SP-100

Portability
91
Imaging
39
Features
48
Overall
42
Nikon Coolpix S810c front
 
Olympus Stylus SP-100 front
Portability
63
Imaging
39
Features
48
Overall
42

Nikon S810c vs Olympus SP-100 Key Specs

Nikon S810c
(Full Review)
  • 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 3.7" Fixed Display
  • ISO 125 - 3200
  • Optical Image Stabilization
  • 1920 x 1080 video
  • 25-300mm (F3.3-6.3) lens
  • 216g - 113 x 64 x 28mm
  • Launched April 2014
Olympus SP-100
(Full Review)
  • 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 3" Fixed Display
  • ISO 125 - 6400 (Increase to 12800)
  • Optical Image Stabilization
  • 1920 x 1080 video
  • 24-1200mm (F2.9-6.5) lens
  • 594g - 122 x 91 x 133mm
  • Released January 2014
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Nikon S810c vs Olympus SP-100 Overview

Let's take a more detailed look at the Nikon S810c versus Olympus SP-100, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras by rivals Nikon and Olympus. The resolution of the S810c (16MP) and the SP-100 (16MP) is fairly comparable and they use the same exact sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The S810c was announced 3 months later than the SP-100 which means that they are both of a similar age. Each of these cameras offer different body type with the Nikon S810c being a Compact camera and the Olympus SP-100 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera.

Before delving straight into a complete comparison, below is a simple synopsis of how the S810c grades vs the SP-100 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

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Reasons to pick Nikon S810c over the Olympus SP-100

 S810c SP-100 
Display sizing3.7"3"Larger display (+0.7")
Display resolution1229k460kClearer display (+769k dot)
Touch display Easily navigate

Reasons to pick Olympus SP-100 over the Nikon S810c

 SP-100 S810c 
Focus manually Dial accurate focus

Common features in the Nikon S810c and Olympus SP-100

 S810c SP-100 
ReleasedApril 2014January 2014Same age
Display typeFixed Fixed Fixed display
Selfie screen Neither features selfie screen

Nikon S810c vs Olympus SP-100 Physical Comparison

When you are going to carry your camera regularly, you should think about its weight and volume. The Nikon S810c enjoys physical measurements of 113mm x 64mm x 28mm (4.4" x 2.5" x 1.1") along with a weight of 216 grams (0.48 lbs) while the Olympus SP-100 has sizing of 122mm x 91mm x 133mm (4.8" x 3.6" x 5.2") with a weight of 594 grams (1.31 lbs).

Take a look at the Nikon S810c versus Olympus SP-100 in our newest Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool. Camera Size Comparison with Lenses

Keep in mind, the weight of an ILC will differ dependant on the lens you choose during that time. Below is the front view sizing comparison of the S810c vs the SP-100.

Nikon S810c vs Olympus SP-100 size comparison

Using dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the S810c and SP-100 is 91 and 63 respectively.

Nikon S810c vs Olympus SP-100 top view buttons comparison

Nikon S810c vs Olympus SP-100 Sensor Comparison

Sometimes, its tough to envision the gap in sensor sizing just by seeing technical specs. The photograph underneath might provide you a stronger sense of the sensor sizing in the S810c and SP-100.

As you have seen, both cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing and the same resolution therefore you can expect comparable quality of files but you will want to take the age of the cameras into account.

Nikon S810c vs Olympus SP-100 sensor size comparison

Nikon S810c vs Olympus SP-100 Screen and ViewFinder

Nikon S810c vs Olympus SP-100 Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Portrait photography with Nikon S810c
Portrait photography with Olympus SP-100
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good resolution (16 megapixels)
supports face detect focus
lack of manual focus
no manual mode
external flash not possible
small sensor (1/2.3")
has no RAW support
43
manual focus
resolution is good (16 megapixels)
has face detection focusing
no external flash support
very small sensor (1/2.3")
no RAW format
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Street Comparison

Nikon S810c Street photography details
Olympus SP-100 Street photography details
65
has image stabilization (Optical)
has touch focus
lighter than competitors (216 grams)
fixed screen
small sensor (1/2.3")
has no RAW support
42
image stabilization (Optical)
fixed screen
very small sensor (1/2.3")
no RAW format
heavier than average (594 grams)
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Sports Comparison

Sports photography with Nikon S810c
Sports photography with Olympus SP-100
40
has image stabilization (Optical)
good resolution (16 megapixels)
supports tracking focus
lack of shutter priority mode
small sensor (1/2.3")
low battery pack (270 per charge)
has no phase detect auto focus
52
excellent zoom range (24-1200mm 50.0 x zoom)
image stabilization (Optical)
resolution is good (16 megapixels)
has tracking autofocus
very small sensor (1/2.3")
no phase detect AF
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Travel Comparison

Travel photography with Nikon S810c
Travel photography with Olympus SP-100
68
lighter than competitors (216 grams)
has touch focus
good resolution (16 megapixels)
has built in flash
relatively wide (25mm)
great reach (300mm)
no Time Lapse mode
low battery pack (270 shots)
display is not selfie friendly
somewhat slow maximum aperture (f3.3)
53
resolution is good (16MP)
flash built-in
fairly wide (24mm)
long zoom (1200mm)
doesn't have Time Lapse recording
heavier than average (594 grams)
does not posses selfie friendly display
sluggish maximum aperture (f2.9)
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Landscape Comparison

Nikon S810c as a Landscape photography camera
Olympus SP-100 as a Landscape photography camera
41
relatively wide (25mm)
big screen (3.7")
has image stabilization (Optical)
good resolution (16 megapixels)
lack of manual focus
lens is fixed (fixed lens mount)
somewhat slow maximum aperture (f3.3)
no manual mode
small sensor (1/2.3")
has no RAW support
low battery pack (270 per charge)
no Time Lapse mode
46
manual focus
fairly wide (24mm)
screen size is good (3")
image stabilization (Optical)
resolution is good (16 megapixels)
cannot swap lens (fixed lens mount)
sluggish maximum aperture (f2.9)
very small sensor (1/2.3")
no RAW format
doesn't have Time Lapse recording
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Vlogging Comparison

Nikon S810c Vlogging features
Olympus SP-100 Vlogging features
35
relatively wide (25mm)
touchscreen functionality
has image stabilization (Optical)
supports face detect focus
video resolution high (1920 x 1080 pxls)
lighter than competitors (216g)
somewhat slow maximum aperture (f3.3)
display is not selfie friendly
no mic socket
29
fairly wide (24mm)
image stabilization (Optical)
has face detection focusing
video res high (1920 x 1080 resolution)
does have external mic support
sluggish maximum aperture (f2.9)
does not posses selfie friendly display
heavier than average (594g)
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Nikon S810c vs Olympus SP-100 Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Nikon S810c and Olympus SP-100
 Nikon Coolpix S810cOlympus Stylus SP-100
General Information
Company Nikon Olympus
Model Nikon Coolpix S810c Olympus Stylus SP-100
Category Small Sensor Superzoom Small Sensor Superzoom
Launched 2014-04-10 2014-01-29
Physical type Compact SLR-like (bridge)
Sensor Information
Sensor type BSI-CMOS BSI-CMOS
Sensor size 1/2.3" 1/2.3"
Sensor dimensions 6.17 x 4.55mm 6.17 x 4.55mm
Sensor area 28.1mm² 28.1mm²
Sensor resolution 16MP 16MP
Anti aliasing filter
Aspect ratio 1:1, 4:3 and 16:9 4:3
Highest Possible resolution 4608 x 3456 4608 x 3456
Maximum native ISO 3200 6400
Maximum enhanced ISO - 12800
Minimum native ISO 125 125
RAW files
Autofocusing
Manual focus
Autofocus touch
Autofocus continuous
Autofocus single
Autofocus tracking
Selective autofocus
Center weighted autofocus
Multi area autofocus
Autofocus live view
Face detect focus
Contract detect focus
Phase detect focus
Number of focus points 9 -
Cross focus points - -
Lens
Lens mount fixed lens fixed lens
Lens focal range 25-300mm (12.0x) 24-1200mm (50.0x)
Highest aperture f/3.3-6.3 f/2.9-6.5
Macro focus range 2cm 1cm
Focal length multiplier 5.8 5.8
Screen
Display type Fixed Type Fixed Type
Display diagonal 3.7" 3"
Resolution of display 1,229 thousand dots 460 thousand dots
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch operation
Display technology - TFT LCD
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder None Electronic
Viewfinder resolution - 920 thousand dots
Features
Minimum shutter speed 4 seconds 30 seconds
Fastest shutter speed 1/4000 seconds 1/1700 seconds
Continuous shutter rate 8.0 frames/s 7.0 frames/s
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Manual mode
Exposure compensation - Yes
Custom white balance
Image stabilization
Integrated flash
Flash range 5.60 m -
Flash options - Auto, Red Eye Reduction, Fill-in, Off
External flash
AE bracketing
White balance bracketing
Exposure
Multisegment metering
Average metering
Spot metering
Partial metering
AF area metering
Center weighted metering
Video features
Video resolutions 1920 x 1080 (30p), 1280 x 720 (30p), 640 x 480 (30p) 1920 x 1080 (60p, 30p), 1280 x 720 (60p), 640 x 480 (30 fps)
Maximum video resolution 1920x1080 1920x1080
Video format H.264 H.264
Mic support
Headphone support
Connectivity
Wireless Built-In Optional
Bluetooth
NFC
HDMI
USB USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec)
GPS BuiltIn None
Physical
Environmental sealing
Water proof
Dust proof
Shock proof
Crush proof
Freeze proof
Weight 216 gr (0.48 lbs) 594 gr (1.31 lbs)
Dimensions 113 x 64 x 28mm (4.4" x 2.5" x 1.1") 122 x 91 x 133mm (4.8" x 3.6" x 5.2")
DXO scores
DXO Overall score not tested not tested
DXO Color Depth score not tested not tested
DXO Dynamic range score not tested not tested
DXO Low light score not tested not tested
Other
Battery life 270 photos 330 photos
Type of battery Battery Pack Battery Pack
Battery model EN-EL23 LI-92B
Self timer Yes Yes (2 or 12 secs, custom)
Time lapse shooting
Type of storage microSD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal SD/SDHC/SDXC, internal
Card slots Single Single
Retail pricing $350 $400