Fujifilm XP80 vs Olympus SP-800 UZ

On this page, we will be evaluating the Fujifilm XP80 and Olympus SP-800 UZ, one being a Waterproof and the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom by competitors FujiFilm and Olympus. The image resolution of the Fujifilm XP80 (16MP) and the SP-800 UZ (14MP) is relatively comparable and both cameras offer the same sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The Fujifilm XP80 was launched 5 years later than the SP-800 UZ and that is a fairly significant gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Each of the cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before we go straight to a in depth comparison, here is a brief summation of how the Fujifilm XP80 grades versus the SP-800 UZ in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

This is a preview of the gallery photos for Fujifilm XP80 and Olympus SP-800 UZ. The complete galleries are available at Fujifilm XP80 Gallery and Olympus SP-800 UZ Gallery.

In case you're planning to carry your camera often, you are going to need to consider its weight and proportions. The Fujifilm XP80 comes with physical measurements of 104mm x 67mm x 26mm (4.1" x 2.6" x 1.0") accompanied by a weight of 179 grams (0.39 lbs) and the Olympus SP-800 UZ has measurements of 110mm x 90mm x 91mm (4.3" x 3.5" x 3.6") having a weight of 455 grams (1.00 lbs).

Check out the Fujifilm XP80 and Olympus SP-800 UZ in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you have chosen at that time. Below is a front view dimension comparison of the Fujifilm XP80 vs the SP-800 UZ.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the Fujifilm XP80 and SP-800 UZ is 93 and 69 respectively.

Typically, it is very tough to envision the difference in sensor sizing merely by checking out specifications. The graphic below should provide you a greater sense of the sensor sizing in the Fujifilm XP80 and SP-800 UZ.

To sum up, the 2 cameras provide the same sensor dimensions albeit not the same megapixels. You should count on the Fujifilm XP80 to show greater detail utilizing its extra 2MP. Higher resolution can also let you crop photographs more aggressively. The newer Fujifilm XP80 is going to have a benefit in sensor tech.