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FujiFilm S3200 vs Olympus SP-800 UZ

Portability
67
Imaging
37
Features
37
Overall
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FujiFilm FinePix S3200 front
 
Olympus SP-800 UZ front
Portability
69
Imaging
36
Features
35
Overall
35

FujiFilm S3200 vs Olympus SP-800 UZ Key Specs

FujiFilm S3200
(Full Review)
  • 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 3" Fixed Display
  • ISO 100 - 1600 (Increase to 6400)
  • Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
  • 1280 x 720 video
  • 24-576mm (F3.1-5.9) lens
  • 540g - 118 x 81 x 100mm
  • Revealed January 2011
  • Also Known as FinePix S3250
Olympus SP-800 UZ
(Full Review)
  • 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 3" Fixed Screen
  • ISO 64 - 3200 (Raise to 1000)
  • Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
  • 1280 x 720 video
  • 28-840mm (F2.8-5.6) lens
  • 455g - 110 x 90 x 91mm
  • Released February 2010
  • Newer Model is Olympus SP-810 UZ
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FujiFilm S3200 vs Olympus SP-800 UZ Overview

Let's look a bit more closely at the FujiFilm S3200 vs Olympus SP-800 UZ, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras by rivals FujiFilm and Olympus. The image resolution of the S3200 (14MP) and the SP-800 UZ (14MP) is relatively similar and both cameras offer the identical sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The S3200 was announced 12 months after the SP-800 UZ so they are of a similar generation. Both of these cameras feature different body design with the FujiFilm S3200 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Olympus SP-800 UZ being a Compact camera.

Before diving straight to a in-depth comparison, here is a concise synopsis of how the S3200 scores versus the SP-800 UZ in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

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Reasons to pick FujiFilm S3200 over the Olympus SP-800 UZ

 S3200 SP-800 UZ 
ReleasedJanuary 2011February 2010Newer by 12 months

Reasons to pick Olympus SP-800 UZ over the FujiFilm S3200

 SP-800 UZ S3200 

Common features in the FujiFilm S3200 and Olympus SP-800 UZ

 S3200 SP-800 UZ 
Manual focus No manual focus
Screen typeFixed Fixed Fixed screen
Screen size3"3"Same screen measurement
Screen resolution230k230kExact same screen resolution
Selfie screen Absent selfie screen
Touch friendly screen Absent Touch friendly screen

FujiFilm S3200 vs Olympus SP-800 UZ Physical Comparison

If you are planning to travel with your camera regularly, you're going to have to take into account its weight and dimensions. The FujiFilm S3200 features outside measurements of 118mm x 81mm x 100mm (4.6" x 3.2" x 3.9") along with a weight of 540 grams (1.19 lbs) whilst the Olympus SP-800 UZ has dimensions of 110mm x 90mm x 91mm (4.3" x 3.5" x 3.6") accompanied by a weight of 455 grams (1.00 lbs).

Check out the FujiFilm S3200 vs Olympus SP-800 UZ in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool. Camera Size Comparison with Lenses

Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you choose at that moment. The following is a front view size comparison of the S3200 versus the SP-800 UZ.

FujiFilm S3200 vs Olympus SP-800 UZ size comparison

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the S3200 and SP-800 UZ is 67 and 69 respectively.

FujiFilm S3200 vs Olympus SP-800 UZ top view buttons comparison

FujiFilm S3200 vs Olympus SP-800 UZ Sensor Comparison

Quite often, it is tough to see the difference between sensor dimensions just by reviewing specs. The pic below should offer you a clearer sense of the sensor measurements in the S3200 and SP-800 UZ.

All in all, the two cameras come with the identical sensor size and the same MP so you should expect similar quality of photographs but you might want to factor the production date of the products into consideration. The younger S3200 is going to have an edge with regard to sensor innovation.

FujiFilm S3200 vs Olympus SP-800 UZ sensor size comparison

FujiFilm S3200 vs Olympus SP-800 UZ Screen and ViewFinder

FujiFilm S3200 vs Olympus SP-800 UZ Screen and Viewfinder comparison
Photography Glossary

Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

FujiFilm S3200 Portrait photography advice
Olympus SP-800 UZ Portrait photography advice
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decent megapixels (14MP)
offers face detect autofocus
focusing manually not possible
no external flash support
sensor is tiny (1/2.3")
doesn't have RAW format
28
good megapixels (14 megapixels)
focusing manually not possible
manual mode not available
no external flash support
very small sensor size (1/2.3")
does not have RAW files
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Street Comparison

FujiFilm S3200 Street photography highlights
Olympus SP-800 UZ Street photography highlights
43
image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
screen is fixed
sensor is tiny (1/2.3")
doesn't have RAW format
more heavy than average (540g)
46
built in image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
no articulating screen
very small sensor size (1/2.3")
does not have RAW files
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Sports Comparison

FujiFilm S3200 as a Sports photography camera
Olympus SP-800 UZ as a Sports photography camera
47
great zoom range (24-576mm 24.0 x zoom)
image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
decent megapixels (14MP)
offers tracking focus
slow continuous shooting (1.0 fps)
sensor is tiny (1/2.3")
doesn't have phase detect autofocus
46
long zoom range (28-840mm 30.0 x zoom)
built in image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
good megapixels (14MP)
has tracking autofocus
lack of shutter priority mode
very small sensor size (1/2.3")
does not have phase detect auto focus
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Travel Comparison

FujiFilm S3200 Travel photography highlights
Olympus SP-800 UZ Travel photography highlights
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decent megapixels (14MP)
flash built-in
really wide (24mm)
great zoom (576mm)
lack of Timelapse function
more heavy than average (540g)
screen isn't selfie friendly
somewhat slow max aperture (f3.1)
61
good megapixels (14 megapixels)
has built in flash
relatively wide (28mm)
long reach (840mm)
doesn't contain selfie friendly display
slow max aperture (f2.8)
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Landscape Comparison

Landscape photography with FujiFilm S3200
Landscape photography with Olympus SP-800 UZ
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really wide (24mm)
pretty good screen size (3 inches)
image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
decent megapixels (14 megapixels)
focusing manually not possible
cannot switch lenses (fixed lens mount)
somewhat slow max aperture (f3.1)
sensor is tiny (1/2.3")
doesn't have RAW format
lack of Timelapse function
41
relatively wide (28mm)
screen is a good size (3 inch)
built in image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
good megapixels (14MP)
focusing manually not possible
lens is fixed (fixed lens mount)
slow max aperture (f2.8)
manual mode not available
very small sensor size (1/2.3")
does not have RAW files
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Vlogging Comparison

Vlogging with FujiFilm S3200
Vlogging with Olympus SP-800 UZ
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really wide (24mm)
image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
offers face detect autofocus
somewhat slow max aperture (f3.1)
screen isn't selfie friendly
low video resolution (1280 x 720 resolution)
lack of microphone support
more heavy than average (540g)
24
relatively wide (28mm)
built in image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
slow max aperture (f2.8)
doesn't contain selfie friendly display
low res video (1280 x 720 pxls)
no external microphone port
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FujiFilm S3200 vs Olympus SP-800 UZ Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for FujiFilm S3200 and Olympus SP-800 UZ
 FujiFilm FinePix S3200Olympus SP-800 UZ
General Information
Brand Name FujiFilm Olympus
Model type FujiFilm FinePix S3200 Olympus SP-800 UZ
Also Known as FinePix S3250 -
Type Small Sensor Superzoom Small Sensor Superzoom
Revealed 2011-01-05 2010-02-02
Body design SLR-like (bridge) Compact
Sensor Information
Powered by - TruePic III
Sensor type CCD CCD
Sensor size 1/2.3" 1/2.3"
Sensor measurements 6.17 x 4.55mm 6.17 x 4.55mm
Sensor surface area 28.1mm² 28.1mm²
Sensor resolution 14 megapixel 14 megapixel
Anti alias filter
Full resolution 4288 x 3216 4288 x 3216
Max native ISO 1600 3200
Max boosted ISO 6400 1000
Min native ISO 100 64
RAW files
Autofocusing
Focus manually
Autofocus touch
Continuous autofocus
Single autofocus
Tracking autofocus
Autofocus selectice
Center weighted autofocus
Autofocus multi area
Live view autofocus
Face detect focus
Contract detect focus
Phase detect focus
Total focus points - 143
Cross type focus points - -
Lens
Lens mount type fixed lens fixed lens
Lens zoom range 24-576mm (24.0x) 28-840mm (30.0x)
Maximal aperture f/3.1-5.9 f/2.8-5.6
Macro focusing range 2cm 1cm
Focal length multiplier 5.8 5.8
Screen
Range of display Fixed Type Fixed Type
Display sizing 3" 3"
Display resolution 230k dot 230k dot
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch capability
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder type Electronic None
Viewfinder coverage 97 percent -
Features
Lowest shutter speed 8s 12s
Highest shutter speed 1/2000s 1/2000s
Continuous shooting speed 1.0 frames per sec 10.0 frames per sec
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Manual exposure
Exposure compensation Yes -
Set white balance
Image stabilization
Integrated flash
Flash distance 7.00 m 3.10 m
Flash modes Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Sync Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye
Hot shoe
Auto exposure bracketing
WB bracketing
Exposure
Multisegment metering
Average metering
Spot metering
Partial metering
AF area metering
Center weighted metering
Video features
Video resolutions 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps)
Max video resolution 1280x720 1280x720
Video format Motion JPEG H.264
Microphone jack
Headphone jack
Connectivity
Wireless None None
Bluetooth
NFC
HDMI
USB USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec)
GPS None None
Physical
Environmental seal
Water proofing
Dust proofing
Shock proofing
Crush proofing
Freeze proofing
Weight 540 gr (1.19 pounds) 455 gr (1.00 pounds)
Physical dimensions 118 x 81 x 100mm (4.6" x 3.2" x 3.9") 110 x 90 x 91mm (4.3" x 3.5" x 3.6")
DXO scores
DXO All around rating not tested not tested
DXO Color Depth rating not tested not tested
DXO Dynamic range rating not tested not tested
DXO Low light rating not tested not tested
Other
Battery life 300 photos -
Battery form AA -
Battery ID 4 x AA Li-50B
Self timer Yes (2 or 10 sec) Yes (12 or 2 sec)
Time lapse feature
Type of storage SD / SDHC SD/SDHC, Internal
Storage slots One One
Retail cost $190 $270