Canon SX170 IS vs Olympus SP-800 UZ

Below, we will be comparing the Canon SX170 IS versus Olympus SP-800 UZ, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras by companies Canon and Olympus. The resolution of the SX170 IS (16MP) and the SP-800 UZ (14MP) is relatively well matched and they enjoy the exact same sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The SX170 IS was brought out 3 years after the SP-800 UZ which is quite a serious gap as far as technology is concerned. Both of these cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).

Before we go in to a complete comparison, below is a short introduction of how the SX170 IS scores against the SP-800 UZ with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Following is a preview of the gallery photos for Canon PowerShot SX170 IS and Olympus SP-800 UZ. The entire galleries are viewable at Canon SX170 IS Gallery and Olympus SP-800 UZ Gallery.

If you are looking to carry around your camera regularly, you'll have to think about its weight and measurements. The Canon SX170 IS features external dimensions of 108mm x 71mm x 44mm (4.3" x 2.8" x 1.7") with a weight of 251 grams (0.55 lbs) whilst the Olympus SP-800 UZ has proportions of 110mm x 90mm x 91mm (4.3" x 3.5" x 3.6") accompanied by a weight of 455 grams (1.00 lbs).

Analyze the Canon SX170 IS versus Olympus SP-800 UZ in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you have during that time. Following is the front view measurement comparison of the SX170 IS vs the SP-800 UZ.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability score of the SX170 IS and SP-800 UZ is 88 and 69 respectively.

Typically, it can be difficult to envision the contrast between sensor sizes merely by reading through specifications. The pic underneath might offer you a greater sense of the sensor sizes in the SX170 IS and SP-800 UZ.

To sum up, both of these cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements albeit not the same megapixels. You should count on the Canon SX170 IS to resolve more detail having its extra 2MP. Higher resolution can also make it easier to crop photographs much more aggressively. The fresher SX170 IS will have a benefit when it comes to sensor technology.