Nikon S810c vs Olympus SP-820UZ
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Nikon S810c vs Olympus SP-820UZ Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 125 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 25-300mm (F3.3-6.3) lens
- 216g - 113 x 64 x 28mm
- Released April 2014
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 6400
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 22-896mm (F3.4-5.7) lens
- 485g - 117 x 78 x 93mm
- Announced August 2012
- Succeeded the Olympus SP-820UZ
- Updated by Olympus SP-820UZ
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On this page, we will be comparing the Nikon S810c vs Olympus SP-820UZ, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras by manufacturers Nikon and Olympus. The resolution of the S810c (16MP) and the SP-820UZ (14MP) is relatively well matched and both cameras provide the same sensor sizes (1/2.3").
Apple Innovates by Creating Next-Level Optical Stabilization for iPhoneThe S810c was introduced 20 months after the SP-820UZ which makes them a generation away from each other. Each of these cameras have the same body design (Compact).
Before getting into a full comparison, here is a short introduction of how the S810c matches up against the SP-820UZ with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.
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Reasons to pick Nikon S810c over the Olympus SP-820UZ
| S810c | SP-820UZ | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Announced | April 2014 | August 2012 | Newer by 20 months | |
| Screen dimensions | 3.7" | 3" | Bigger screen (+0.7") | |
| Screen resolution | 1229k | 460k | Sharper screen (+769k dot) | |
| Touch screen | Quickly navigate |
Reasons to pick Olympus SP-820UZ over the Nikon S810c
| SP-820UZ | S810c |
|---|
Common features in the Nikon S810c and Olympus SP-820UZ
| S810c | SP-820UZ | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Manual focus | Lack of manual focus | |||
| Screen type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed screen | |
| Selfie screen | No selfie screen |
Nikon S810c vs Olympus SP-820UZ Physical Comparison
If you're looking to travel with your camera, you'll need to factor in its weight and dimensions. The Nikon S810c comes with physical measurements of 113mm x 64mm x 28mm (4.4" x 2.5" x 1.1") accompanied by a weight of 216 grams (0.48 lbs) whilst the Olympus SP-820UZ has dimensions of 117mm x 78mm x 93mm (4.6" x 3.1" x 3.7") along with a weight of 485 grams (1.07 lbs).
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Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you are using during that time. Underneath is a front view physical size comparison of the S810c vs the SP-820UZ.

Using size and weight, the portability score of the S810c and SP-820UZ is 91 and 69 respectively.
Nikon S810c vs Olympus SP-820UZ Sensor Comparison
In many cases, its hard to visualise the gap between sensor dimensions only by looking at specifications. The picture here will offer you a better sense of the sensor sizing in the S810c and SP-820UZ.
Plainly, both the cameras provide the same sensor dimensions albeit not the same megapixels. You should count on the Nikon S810c to resolve extra detail using its extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution will allow you to crop pictures more aggressively. The fresher S810c will have an edge with regard to sensor technology.
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Nikon S810c vs Olympus SP-820UZ Specifications
| Nikon Coolpix S810c | Olympus Stylus SP-820UZ | |
|---|---|---|
| General Information | ||
| Make | Nikon | Olympus |
| Model | Nikon Coolpix S810c | Olympus Stylus SP-820UZ |
| Type | Small Sensor Superzoom | Small Sensor Superzoom |
| Released | 2014-04-10 | 2012-08-21 |
| Physical type | Compact | Compact |
| Sensor Information | ||
| Sensor type | BSI-CMOS | 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 | 16 megapixel | 14 megapixel |
| Anti aliasing filter | ||
| Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3 and 16:9 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
| Max resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 4288 x 3216 |
| Max native ISO | 3200 | 6400 |
| Min native ISO | 125 | 80 |
| RAW data | ||
| Autofocusing | ||
| Manual focus | ||
| Touch to focus | ||
| AF continuous | ||
| Single AF | ||
| Tracking AF | ||
| Selective AF | ||
| Center weighted AF | ||
| Multi area AF | ||
| AF live view | ||
| Face detection AF | ||
| Contract detection AF | ||
| Phase detection AF | ||
| Number of focus points | 9 | - |
| Cross focus points | - | - |
| Lens | ||
| Lens mounting type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
| Lens focal range | 25-300mm (12.0x) | 22-896mm (40.7x) |
| Highest aperture | f/3.3-6.3 | f/3.4-5.7 |
| Macro focus range | 2cm | 1cm |
| Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.8 |
| Screen | ||
| Screen type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
| Screen size | 3.7 inches | 3 inches |
| Resolution of screen | 1,229k dots | 460k dots |
| Selfie friendly | ||
| Liveview | ||
| Touch screen | ||
| Screen technology | - | TFT Color LCD |
| Viewfinder Information | ||
| Viewfinder type | None | None |
| Features | ||
| Min shutter speed | 4 seconds | 4 seconds |
| Max shutter speed | 1/4000 seconds | 1/2000 seconds |
| Continuous shutter rate | 8.0 frames per second | 2.0 frames per second |
| Shutter priority | ||
| Aperture priority | ||
| Manual mode | ||
| Change WB | ||
| Image stabilization | ||
| Inbuilt flash | ||
| Flash range | 5.60 m | 15.00 m |
| Flash modes | - | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Fill-in |
| External flash | ||
| AEB | ||
| WB bracketing | ||
| Exposure | ||
| Multisegment exposure | ||
| Average exposure | ||
| Spot exposure | ||
| Partial exposure | ||
| AF area exposure | ||
| Center weighted exposure | ||
| Video features | ||
| Supported video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (30p), 1280 x 720 (30p), 640 x 480 (30p) | 1920 x 1080 (30 fps), 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30, 120 fps), 320 x 180 (30, 240 fps) |
| Max video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1920x1080 |
| Video data format | H.264 | MPEG-4, H.264 |
| Mic support | ||
| Headphone support | ||
| Connectivity | ||
| Wireless | Built-In | None |
| Bluetooth | ||
| NFC | ||
| HDMI | ||
| USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
| GPS | BuiltIn | None |
| Physical | ||
| Environment sealing | ||
| Water proof | ||
| Dust proof | ||
| Shock proof | ||
| Crush proof | ||
| Freeze proof | ||
| Weight | 216 gr (0.48 lb) | 485 gr (1.07 lb) |
| Physical dimensions | 113 x 64 x 28mm (4.4" x 2.5" x 1.1") | 117 x 78 x 93mm (4.6" x 3.1" x 3.7") |
| 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 photographs | - |
| Form of battery | Battery Pack | - |
| Battery model | EN-EL23 | - |
| Self timer | Yes | Yes (2 or 12 sec, pet auto shutter) |
| Time lapse recording | ||
| Storage type | microSD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal | SD/SDHC/SDXC |
| Card slots | Single | Single |
| Launch price | $350 | $299 |