Canon N vs Olympus SP-800 UZ
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Canon N vs Olympus SP-800 UZ Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.8" Tilting Display
- ISO 80 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 28-224mm (F3.0-5.9) lens
- 195g - 79 x 60 x 29mm
- Introduced January 2013
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 64 - 3200 (Bump to 1000)
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 28-840mm (F2.8-5.6) lens
- 455g - 110 x 90 x 91mm
- Introduced February 2010
- Refreshed by Olympus SP-810 UZ

Canon N vs Olympus SP-800 UZ Overview
Below, we are contrasting the Canon N versus Olympus SP-800 UZ, one is a Small Sensor Compact and the other is a Small Sensor Superzoom by brands Canon and Olympus. The resolution of the N (12MP) and the SP-800 UZ (14MP) is very well matched and they feature the exact same sensor sizes (1/2.3").

The N was revealed 2 years after the SP-800 UZ which is quite a serious gap as far as tech is concerned. Both cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).
Before we go in to a comprehensive comparison, below is a quick synopsis of how the N grades against the SP-800 UZ in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Canon N vs Olympus SP-800 UZ Gallery
This is a sample of the gallery pics for Canon PowerShot N and Olympus SP-800 UZ. The full galleries are viewable at Canon N Gallery and Olympus SP-800 UZ Gallery.
Reasons to pick Canon N over the Olympus SP-800 UZ
N | SP-800 UZ | |||
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Introduced | January 2013 | ![]() | February 2010 | Newer by 36 months |
Display type | Tilting | ![]() | Fixed | Tilting display |
Display resolution | 461k | ![]() | 230k | Sharper display (+231k dot) |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Easy selfies | ||
Touch friendly display | ![]() | Easily navigate |
Reasons to pick Olympus SP-800 UZ over the Canon N
SP-800 UZ | N | |||
---|---|---|---|---|
Display dimension | 3" | ![]() | 2.8" | Larger display (+0.2") |
Common features in the Canon N and Olympus SP-800 UZ
N | SP-800 UZ | |||
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Manual focus | ![]() | Lack of manual focus |
Canon N vs Olympus SP-800 UZ Physical Comparison
If you're intending to travel with your camera often, you have to take into account its weight and volume. The Canon N has got outer measurements of 79mm x 60mm x 29mm (3.1" x 2.4" x 1.1") along with a weight of 195 grams (0.43 lbs) and the Olympus SP-800 UZ has sizing of 110mm x 90mm x 91mm (4.3" x 3.5" x 3.6") with a weight of 455 grams (1.00 lbs).
Compare the Canon N versus Olympus SP-800 UZ in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you choose at that time. Below is the front view dimension comparison of the N vs the SP-800 UZ.

Using size and weight, the portability score of the N and SP-800 UZ is 93 and 69 respectively.

Canon N vs Olympus SP-800 UZ Sensor Comparison
Oftentimes, it is hard to imagine the difference between sensor dimensions purely by checking a spec sheet. The picture underneath should offer you a stronger sense of the sensor sizing in the N and SP-800 UZ.
Clearly, both cameras posses the exact same sensor measurements but different resolution. You should expect to see the Olympus SP-800 UZ to give greater detail because of its extra 2 Megapixels. Greater resolution will allow you to crop images somewhat more aggressively. The newer N should have a benefit with regard to sensor tech.

Canon N vs Olympus SP-800 UZ Screen and ViewFinder


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Canon N vs Olympus SP-800 UZ Specifications
Canon PowerShot N | Olympus SP-800 UZ | |
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General Information | ||
Company | Canon | Olympus |
Model | Canon PowerShot N | Olympus SP-800 UZ |
Class | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Introduced | 2013-01-07 | 2010-02-02 |
Physical type | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Chip | Digic 5 | TruePic III |
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 | 12MP | 14MP |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | - |
Max resolution | 4000 x 2248 | 4288 x 3216 |
Max native ISO | 6400 | 3200 |
Max enhanced ISO | - | 1000 |
Lowest native ISO | 80 | 64 |
RAW images | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch to focus | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detect focus | ||
Contract detect focus | ||
Phase detect focus | ||
Number of focus points | - | 143 |
Cross focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 28-224mm (8.0x) | 28-840mm (30.0x) |
Max aperture | f/3.0-5.9 | f/2.8-5.6 |
Macro focus range | 1cm | 1cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Type of display | Tilting | Fixed Type |
Display sizing | 2.8 inches | 3 inches |
Display resolution | 461k dots | 230k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch capability | ||
Display technology | PureColor II G touch | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 15 secs | 12 secs |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/2000 secs | 1/2000 secs |
Continuous shutter rate | 2.0 frames/s | 10.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Custom white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash range | - | 3.10 m |
Flash options | - | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye |
External flash | ||
AEB | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (24 fps), 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30, 120 fps), 320 x 240 ( 240 fps) | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) |
Max video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1280x720 |
Video format | H.264 | 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 | Optional | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 195g (0.43 lb) | 455g (1.00 lb) |
Dimensions | 79 x 60 x 29mm (3.1" x 2.4" x 1.1") | 110 x 90 x 91mm (4.3" x 3.5" x 3.6") |
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 | 200 photographs | - |
Form of battery | Battery Pack | - |
Battery model | NB-9L | Li-50B |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (12 or 2 sec) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Storage type | microSD/microSDHC/microSDXC | SD/SDHC, Internal |
Card slots | Single | Single |
Retail cost | $299 | $270 |