Casio EX-ZR800 vs Olympus SP-100

In this write-up, we are looking at the Casio EX-ZR800 vs Olympus SP-100, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras by companies Casio and Olympus. The sensor resolution of the EX-ZR800 (16MP) and the SP-100 (16MP) is very well matched and they use the same exact sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The EX-ZR800 was released 5 months before the SP-100 which means that they are both of a similar generation. Both the cameras offer different body type with the Casio EX-ZR800 being a Compact camera and the Olympus SP-100 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera.

Before we go in to a full comparison, below is a concise introduction of how the EX-ZR800 scores vs the SP-100 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

This is a sample of the gallery pics for Casio Exilim EX-ZR800 and Olympus Stylus SP-100. The complete galleries are provided at Casio EX-ZR800 Gallery and Olympus SP-100 Gallery.

When you are planning to lug around your camera frequently, you're going to have to factor in its weight and volume. The Casio EX-ZR800 enjoys exterior measurements of 108mm x 60mm x 31mm (4.3" x 2.4" x 1.2") along with a weight of 222 grams (0.49 lbs) and the Olympus SP-100 has sizing of 122mm x 91mm x 133mm (4.8" x 3.6" x 5.2") having a weight of 594 grams (1.31 lbs).

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Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you are utilizing during that time. Below is the front view measurement comparison of the EX-ZR800 and the SP-100.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability score of the EX-ZR800 and SP-100 is 91 and 63 respectively.

Normally, it is difficult to picture the contrast between sensor measurements purely by looking at technical specs. The graphic here may provide you a clearer sense of the sensor measurements in the EX-ZR800 and SP-100.

As you have seen, both cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing and the identical megapixels therefore you should expect similar quality of images though you need to factor the release date of the products into consideration.