Canon SX130 IS vs Olympus SP-800 UZ

On this page, we will be comparing the Canon SX130 IS and Olympus SP-800 UZ, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras by manufacturers Canon and Olympus. The image resolution of the SX130 IS (12MP) and the SP-800 UZ (14MP) is relatively well matched and both cameras provide the same sensor size (1/2.3").

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The SX130 IS was manufactured 7 months later than the SP-800 UZ and they are both of a similar generation. The two cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before delving into a comprehensive comparison, here is a concise summation of how the SX130 IS matches up versus the SP-800 UZ for portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Here is a preview of the gallery photos for Canon PowerShot SX130 IS and Olympus SP-800 UZ. The entire galleries are available at Canon SX130 IS Gallery and Olympus SP-800 UZ Gallery.

For those who are aiming to carry your camera regularly, you will need to consider its weight and size. The Canon SX130 IS comes with outer dimensions of 113mm x 73mm x 46mm (4.4" x 2.9" x 1.8") accompanied by a weight of 308 grams (0.68 lbs) while the Olympus SP-800 UZ has specifications of 110mm x 90mm x 91mm (4.3" x 3.5" x 3.6") having a weight of 455 grams (1.00 lbs).

Examine the Canon SX130 IS and Olympus SP-800 UZ in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you are utilizing at that moment. Here is a front view size comparison of the SX130 IS versus the SP-800 UZ.

Using size and weight, the portability score of the SX130 IS and SP-800 UZ is 85 and 69 respectively.

Often, its hard to envision the difference between sensor sizing just by checking a spec sheet. The graphic here might offer you a clearer sense of the sensor dimensions in the SX130 IS and SP-800 UZ.

As you can see, both cameras have the same sensor dimensions albeit not the same resolution. You should count on the Olympus SP-800 UZ to resolve more detail due to its extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also let you crop photographs a bit more aggressively. The more recent SX130 IS will have an edge in sensor innovation.