Nikon S9100 vs Olympus SP-810 UZ

Here, we will be contrasting the Nikon S9100 and Olympus SP-810 UZ, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras by brands Nikon and Olympus. The image resolution of the S9100 (12MP) and the SP-810 UZ (14MP) is pretty comparable and both cameras offer the identical sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The S9100 was introduced very close to the SP-810 UZ which means that they are both of a similar generation. Both of the cameras feature different body design with the Nikon S9100 being a Compact camera and the Olympus SP-810 UZ being a SLR-like (bridge) camera.

Before we go into a more detailed comparison, here is a quick introduction of how the S9100 grades vs the SP-810 UZ when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

The following is a preview of the gallery images for Nikon Coolpix S9100 and Olympus SP-810 UZ. The whole galleries are viewable at Nikon S9100 Gallery and Olympus SP-810 UZ Gallery.

If you're looking to carry your camera regularly, you should take into account its weight and proportions. The Nikon S9100 has physical dimensions of 105mm x 62mm x 35mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.4") with a weight of 214 grams (0.47 lbs) whilst the Olympus SP-810 UZ has measurements of 106mm x 76mm x 74mm (4.2" x 3.0" x 2.9") accompanied by a weight of 413 grams (0.91 lbs).

Examine the Nikon S9100 and Olympus SP-810 UZ in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you select at the time. Here is a front view measurement comparison of the S9100 vs the SP-810 UZ.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the S9100 and SP-810 UZ is 91 and 78 respectively.

Sometimes, it is tough to picture the difference in sensor sizing purely by checking out a spec sheet. The photograph underneath should give you a much better sense of the sensor sizes in the S9100 and SP-810 UZ.

As you can see, both of the cameras come with the identical sensor size albeit different megapixels. You should expect the Olympus SP-810 UZ to provide more detail using its extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also make it easier to crop photographs a good deal more aggressively.