Canon A3300 IS vs Olympus SP-800 UZ

Below is a complete review of the Canon A3300 IS vs Olympus SP-800 UZ, former being a Small Sensor Compact while the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom by rivals Canon and Olympus. The image resolution of the A3300 IS (16MP) and the SP-800 UZ (14MP) is relatively close and both cameras have the same sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The A3300 IS was introduced 12 months later than the SP-800 UZ and they are both of a similar age. Both the cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before diving into a comprehensive comparison, here is a concise synopsis of how the A3300 IS matches up against the SP-800 UZ in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

The following is a preview of the gallery photos for Canon PowerShot A3300 IS & Olympus SP-800 UZ. The whole galleries are viewable at Canon A3300 IS Gallery & Olympus SP-800 UZ Gallery.

If you are planning to lug around your camera often, you need to think about its weight and measurements. The Canon A3300 IS features physical measurements of 95mm x 57mm x 24mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.9") accompanied by a weight of 149 grams (0.33 lbs) and the Olympus SP-800 UZ has proportions of 110mm x 90mm x 91mm (4.3" x 3.5" x 3.6") with a weight of 455 grams (1.00 lbs).

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Bear in mind, the weight of an ILC will differ depending on the lens you are utilising at that time. Underneath is a front view over all size comparison of the A3300 IS against the SP-800 UZ.

Considering size and weight, the portability rating of the A3300 IS and SP-800 UZ is 95 and 69 respectively.

Oftentimes, its tough to visualize the contrast in sensor measurements just by looking through technical specs. The visual here might offer you a stronger sense of the sensor measurements in the A3300 IS and SP-800 UZ.

As you have seen, the 2 cameras provide the same sensor dimensions albeit different resolution. You can count on the Canon A3300 IS to render greater detail using its extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also let you crop photographs more aggressively. The younger A3300 IS should have an edge when it comes to sensor technology.