Olympus SP-820UZ vs Sony W510
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Olympus SP-820UZ vs Sony W510 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 6400
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 22-896mm (F3.4-5.7) lens
- 485g - 117 x 78 x 93mm
- Launched August 2012
- Old Model is Olympus SP-820UZ
- Newer Model is Olympus SP-820UZ
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 3200
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 640 x 480 video
- 26-104mm (F2.8-5.9) lens
- 119g - 96 x 54 x 20mm
- Introduced January 2011

Olympus SP-820UZ vs Sony W510 Overview
Let's examine more closely at the Olympus SP-820UZ versus Sony W510, one being a Small Sensor Superzoom and the other is a Ultracompact by manufacturers Olympus and Sony. The image resolution of the SP-820UZ (14MP) and the W510 (12MP) is fairly similar and they enjoy the same exact sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

The SP-820UZ was announced 20 months later than the W510 making the cameras a generation apart from each other. Each of these cameras offer different body type with the Olympus SP-820UZ being a Compact camera and the Sony W510 being a Ultracompact camera.
Before getting straight into a more detailed comparison, below is a quick view of how the SP-820UZ scores against the W510 for portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Olympus SP-820UZ vs Sony W510 Gallery
Following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Olympus Stylus SP-820UZ and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W510. The whole galleries are provided at Olympus SP-820UZ Gallery and Sony W510 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Olympus SP-820UZ over the Sony W510
SP-820UZ | W510 | |||
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Introduced | August 2012 | ![]() | January 2011 | Fresher by 20 months |
Display sizing | 3" | ![]() | 2.7" | Larger display (+0.3") |
Display resolution | 460k | ![]() | 230k | Sharper display (+230k dot) |
Reasons to pick Sony W510 over the Olympus SP-820UZ
W510 | SP-820UZ |
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Common features in the Olympus SP-820UZ and Sony W510
SP-820UZ | W510 | |||
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Focus manually | ![]() | Lack of manual focusing | ||
Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither features selfie screen | ||
Touch display | ![]() | Neither features Touch display |
Olympus SP-820UZ vs Sony W510 Physical Comparison
If you are going to carry your camera regularly, you should consider its weight and dimensions. The Olympus SP-820UZ enjoys outside 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) and the Sony W510 has dimensions of 96mm x 54mm x 20mm (3.8" x 2.1" x 0.8") accompanied by a weight of 119 grams (0.26 lbs).
Check the Olympus SP-820UZ versus Sony W510 in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you are using at that moment. Below is the front view over all size comparison of the SP-820UZ and the W510.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability score of the SP-820UZ and W510 is 69 and 96 respectively.

Olympus SP-820UZ vs Sony W510 Sensor Comparison
In many cases, it can be difficult to see the contrast between sensor sizing purely by going over technical specs. The photograph underneath might give you a better sense of the sensor sizes in the SP-820UZ and W510.
As you have seen, both of these cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing but not the same resolution. You should anticipate the Olympus SP-820UZ to offer extra detail with its extra 2 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also allow you to crop pics far more aggressively. The newer SP-820UZ is going to have an advantage in sensor tech.

Olympus SP-820UZ vs Sony W510 Screen and ViewFinder


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Olympus SP-820UZ vs Sony W510 Specifications
Olympus Stylus SP-820UZ | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W510 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | Olympus | Sony |
Model | Olympus Stylus SP-820UZ | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W510 |
Type | Small Sensor Superzoom | Ultracompact |
Launched | 2012-08-21 | 2011-01-06 |
Physical type | Compact | Ultracompact |
Sensor Information | ||
Chip | - | BIONZ |
Sensor type | CMOS | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor surface area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 14 megapixel | 12 megapixel |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Highest Possible resolution | 4288 x 3216 | 4000 x 3000 |
Maximum native ISO | 6400 | 3200 |
Minimum native ISO | 80 | 80 |
RAW format | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
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 mounting type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 22-896mm (40.7x) | 26-104mm (4.0x) |
Largest aperture | f/3.4-5.7 | f/2.8-5.9 |
Macro focus range | 1cm | 4cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display sizing | 3 inch | 2.7 inch |
Display resolution | 460 thousand dots | 230 thousand dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch capability | ||
Display technology | TFT Color LCD | Clear Photo LCD |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 4s | 2s |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/2000s | 1/1600s |
Continuous shutter rate | 2.0fps | 1.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual mode | ||
Set white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash range | 15.00 m | 2.30 m |
Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Fill-in | Auto, On, Off, Slow Sync |
Hot shoe | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (30 fps), 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30, 120 fps), 320 x 180 (30, 240 fps) | 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) |
Maximum video resolution | 1920x1080 | 640x480 |
Video file format | MPEG-4, H.264 | Motion JPEG |
Mic support | ||
Headphone support | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 485 grams (1.07 lb) | 119 grams (0.26 lb) |
Dimensions | 117 x 78 x 93mm (4.6" x 3.1" x 3.7") | 96 x 54 x 20mm (3.8" x 2.1" x 0.8") |
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 model | - | NP-BN1 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 12 sec, pet auto shutter) | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Portrait 1/2) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/SDHC/SDXC/Memory Stick Duo/Memory Stick Pro Duo, Memory Stick Pro-HG Duo |
Card slots | One | One |
Price at release | $299 | $99 |