Canon A3300 IS vs Olympus SP-820UZ
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Canon A3300 IS vs Olympus SP-820UZ Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 1600
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 28-140mm (F2.8-5.9) lens
- 149g - 95 x 57 x 24mm
- Launched January 2011
(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
- Released August 2012
- Old Model is Olympus SP-820UZ
- Successor is Olympus SP-820UZ

Canon A3300 IS vs Olympus SP-820UZ Overview
On this page, we are contrasting the Canon A3300 IS versus Olympus SP-820UZ, one is a Small Sensor Compact and the other is a Small Sensor Superzoom by rivals Canon and Olympus. The image resolution of the A3300 IS (16MP) and the SP-820UZ (14MP) is very comparable and both cameras offer the same sensor sizing (1/2.3").

The A3300 IS was brought out 19 months prior to the SP-820UZ making them a generation away from one another. Each of the cameras have the same body design (Compact).
Before diving into a complete comparison, here is a brief highlight of how the A3300 IS matches up versus the SP-820UZ when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Canon A3300 IS vs Olympus SP-820UZ Gallery
Following is a sample of the gallery pics for Canon PowerShot A3300 IS and Olympus Stylus SP-820UZ. The entire galleries are available at Canon A3300 IS Gallery and Olympus SP-820UZ Gallery.
Reasons to pick Canon A3300 IS over the Olympus SP-820UZ
A3300 IS | SP-820UZ |
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Reasons to pick Olympus SP-820UZ over the Canon A3300 IS
SP-820UZ | A3300 IS | |||
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Released | August 2012 | ![]() | January 2011 | More modern by 19 months |
Display resolution | 460k | ![]() | 230k | Clearer display (+230k dot) |
Common features in the Canon A3300 IS and Olympus SP-820UZ
A3300 IS | SP-820UZ | |||
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Manually focus | ![]() | Lack of manual focus | ||
Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Display dimensions | 3" | ![]() | 3" | Equal display measurement |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Lacking selfie screen | ||
Touch friendly display | ![]() | Lacking Touch friendly display |
Canon A3300 IS vs Olympus SP-820UZ Physical Comparison
In case you're intending to carry around your camera regularly, you will want to factor its weight and measurements. The Canon A3300 IS enjoys outside dimensions of 95mm x 57mm x 24mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.9") accompanied by a weight of 149 grams (0.33 lbs) while the Olympus SP-820UZ has proportions of 117mm x 78mm x 93mm (4.6" x 3.1" x 3.7") having a weight of 485 grams (1.07 lbs).
Analyze the Canon A3300 IS versus Olympus SP-820UZ in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you are using at the time. The following is a front view dimension comparison of the A3300 IS versus the SP-820UZ.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the A3300 IS and SP-820UZ is 95 and 69 respectively.

Canon A3300 IS vs Olympus SP-820UZ Sensor Comparison
More often than not, it can be tough to visualize the contrast in sensor sizes merely by seeing a spec sheet. The image here might offer you a greater sense of the sensor dimensions in the A3300 IS and SP-820UZ.
As you can see, both of these cameras provide the same sensor dimensions but different MP. You should expect to see the Canon A3300 IS to provide extra detail having its extra 2 Megapixels. Greater resolution can also help you crop photos more aggressively. The more aged A3300 IS will be behind when it comes to sensor tech.

Canon A3300 IS vs Olympus SP-820UZ Screen and ViewFinder


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Canon A3300 IS vs Olympus SP-820UZ Specifications
Canon PowerShot A3300 IS | Olympus Stylus SP-820UZ | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | Canon | Olympus |
Model type | Canon PowerShot A3300 IS | Olympus Stylus SP-820UZ |
Type | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Launched | 2011-01-05 | 2012-08-21 |
Physical type | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor | DIGIC 4 with iSAPS technology | - |
Sensor type | CCD | CMOS |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16MP | 14MP |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Peak resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 4288 x 3216 |
Highest native ISO | 1600 | 6400 |
Lowest native ISO | 80 | 80 |
RAW files | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detection focus | ||
Contract detection focus | ||
Phase detection focus | ||
Total focus points | 9 | - |
Cross type focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens support | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 28-140mm (5.0x) | 22-896mm (40.7x) |
Maximum aperture | f/2.8-5.9 | f/3.4-5.7 |
Macro focusing distance | 3cm | 1cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Type of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen diagonal | 3 inches | 3 inches |
Resolution of screen | 230k dots | 460k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch operation | ||
Screen tech | - | TFT Color LCD |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 15s | 4s |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/1600s | 1/2000s |
Continuous shutter rate | 1.0 frames per sec | 2.0 frames per sec |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Change white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash distance | 4.00 m | 15.00 m |
Flash settings | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync, Smart | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Fill-in |
Hot shoe | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (24 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) | 1920 x 1080 (30 fps), 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30, 120 fps), 320 x 180 (30, 240 fps) |
Highest video resolution | 1280x720 | 1920x1080 |
Video file format | MPEG-4 | MPEG-4, H.264 |
Microphone 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 proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 149 grams (0.33 lbs) | 485 grams (1.07 lbs) |
Physical dimensions | 95 x 57 x 24mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.9") | 117 x 78 x 93mm (4.6" x 3.1" x 3.7") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light rating | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 230 photos | - |
Type of battery | Battery Pack | - |
Battery ID | NB-8L | - |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Custom) | Yes (2 or 12 sec, pet auto shutter) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC/MMC/MMCplus/HCMMCplus | SD/SDHC/SDXC |
Card slots | Single | Single |
Launch price | $200 | $299 |