Canon SX200 IS vs Olympus SP-800 UZ

Following is a complete review of the Canon SX200 IS versus Olympus SP-800 UZ, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras by brands Canon and Olympus. The sensor resolution of the SX200 IS (12MP) and the SP-800 UZ (14MP) is pretty close and both cameras provide the same sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The SX200 IS was introduced 8 months prior to the SP-800 UZ and they are of a similar age. Both of the cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before getting into a in-depth comparison, here is a simple highlight of how the SX200 IS matches up versus the SP-800 UZ in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Here is a preview of the gallery images for Canon PowerShot SX200 IS & Olympus SP-800 UZ. The whole galleries are viewable at Canon SX200 IS Gallery & Olympus SP-800 UZ Gallery.

For those who are looking to carry around your camera regularly, you will want to take into account its weight and dimensions. The Canon SX200 IS offers outside measurements of 103mm x 61mm x 38mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.5") with a weight of 247 grams (0.54 lbs) while the Olympus SP-800 UZ has dimensions of 110mm x 90mm x 91mm (4.3" x 3.5" x 3.6") with a weight of 455 grams (1.00 lbs).

Check the Canon SX200 IS versus Olympus SP-800 UZ in our brand new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Bear in mind, the weight of an ILC will differ dependant on the lens you are using at that time. Underneath is a front view scale comparison of the SX200 IS against the SP-800 UZ.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability grade of the SX200 IS and SP-800 UZ is 90 and 69 respectively.

Usually, it is tough to visualize the contrast in sensor sizes just by viewing technical specs. The image underneath should offer you a much better sense of the sensor sizing in the SX200 IS and SP-800 UZ.

As you have seen, each of these cameras provide the same sensor dimensions albeit different resolution. You can expect the Olympus SP-800 UZ to provide you with more detail using its extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution will allow you to crop pictures more aggressively. The more aged SX200 IS will be behind with regard to sensor technology.