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Nikon S810c vs Olympus SP-820UZ

Portability
91
Imaging
39
Features
48
Overall
42
Nikon Coolpix S810c front
 
Olympus Stylus SP-820UZ front
Portability
69
Imaging
37
Features
29
Overall
33

Nikon S810c vs Olympus SP-820UZ Key Specs

Nikon S810c
(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
Olympus SP-820UZ
(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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Nikon S810c vs Olympus SP-820UZ Overview

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").

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The 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 
AnnouncedApril 2014August 2012Newer by 20 months
Screen dimensions3.7"3"Bigger screen (+0.7")
Screen resolution1229k460kSharper 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 typeFixed 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.

Nikon S810c vs Olympus SP-820UZ size comparison

Using size and weight, the portability score of the S810c and SP-820UZ is 91 and 69 respectively.

Nikon S810c vs Olympus SP-820UZ top view buttons comparison

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.

Nikon S810c vs Olympus SP-820UZ sensor size comparison

Nikon S810c vs Olympus SP-820UZ Screen and ViewFinder

Nikon S810c vs Olympus SP-820UZ Screen and Viewfinder comparison
Photography Glossary

Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Portrait photography with Nikon S810c
Portrait photography with Olympus SP-820UZ
34
resolution is good (16MP)
supports face detection autofocus
focusing manually not possible
manual exposure not available
can't use external flash
sensor size is very small (1/2.3")
doesn't have RAW support
33
sensor resolution is decent (14MP)
offers face detect focus
no manual focus
manual mode not available
external flash not possible
sensor is very small (1/2.3")
has no RAW files
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Street Comparison

Nikon S810c as a Street photography camera
Olympus SP-820UZ as a Street photography camera
65
has image stabilization (Optical)
provides focus via touch
lighter than competitors (216 grams)
no moving screen
sensor size is very small (1/2.3")
doesn't have RAW support
37
screen is fixed
lack of image stabilization
sensor is very small (1/2.3")
has no RAW files
heavier than competitors in class (485 grams)
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Sports Comparison

Nikon S810c Sports photography factors
Olympus SP-820UZ Sports photography factors
40
has image stabilization (Optical)
resolution is good (16 megapixels)
supports tracking autofocus
no shutter priority
sensor size is very small (1/2.3")
bad battery power (270 shots)
doesn't have phase detect autofocus
32
amazing zoom range (22-896mm 40.7 x zoom)
sensor resolution is decent (14 megapixels)
max fps very slow (2.0 frames/s)
no shutter priority
lack of image stabilization
sensor is very small (1/2.3")
has no phase detect auto focus
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Travel Comparison

Travel photography with Nikon S810c
Travel photography with Olympus SP-820UZ
68
lighter than competitors (216g)
provides focus via touch
resolution is good (16MP)
flash built-in
fairly wide (25mm)
very long zoom (300mm)
lack of Time Lapse recording
bad battery power (270 shots)
doesn't have selfie friendly display
somewhat slow maximum aperture (f3.3)
55
sensor resolution is decent (14 megapixels)
built-in flash
really wide (22mm)
very long zoom (896mm)
doesn't have Time Lapse mode
heavier than competitors in class (485g)
does not have a selfie friendly screen
somewhat slow maximum aperture (f3.4)
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Landscape Comparison

Nikon S810c Landscape photography highlights
Olympus SP-820UZ Landscape photography highlights
41
fairly wide (25mm)
screen larger than average (3.7 inches)
has image stabilization (Optical)
resolution is good (16MP)
focusing manually not possible
fixed lens (fixed lens mount)
somewhat slow maximum aperture (f3.3)
manual exposure not available
sensor size is very small (1/2.3")
doesn't have RAW support
bad battery power (270 shots)
lack of Time Lapse recording
35
really wide (22mm)
screen size is decent (3 inch)
sensor resolution is decent (14 megapixels)
no manual focus
lens is fixed (fixed lens mount)
somewhat slow maximum aperture (f3.4)
manual mode not available
lack of image stabilization
sensor is very small (1/2.3")
has no RAW files
doesn't have Time Lapse mode
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Vlogging Comparison

Nikon S810c Vlogging highlights
Olympus SP-820UZ Vlogging highlights
35
fairly wide (25mm)
touchscreen capability
has image stabilization (Optical)
supports face detection autofocus
good video quality (1920 x 1080 pxls)
lighter than competitors (216 grams)
somewhat slow maximum aperture (f3.3)
doesn't have selfie friendly display
lack of external mic port
25
really wide (22mm)
offers face detect focus
video res high (1920 x 1080 pixels)
somewhat slow maximum aperture (f3.4)
does not have a selfie friendly screen
lack of image stabilization
doesn't have mic support
heavier than competitors in class (485g)
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Nikon S810c vs Olympus SP-820UZ Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Nikon S810c and Olympus SP-820UZ
 Nikon Coolpix S810cOlympus 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