Kodak Sport vs Olympus SP-800 UZ
92 Imaging
35 Features
13 Overall
26


69 Imaging
36 Features
35 Overall
35
Kodak Sport vs Olympus SP-800 UZ Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.4" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 1250
- 640 x 480 video
- 35mm (F3.0) lens
- 175g - 147 x 58 x 23mm
- Launched January 2011
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 64 - 3200 (Bump to 1000)
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 28-840mm (F2.8-5.6) lens
- 455g - 110 x 90 x 91mm
- Introduced February 2010
- Later Model is Olympus SP-810 UZ

Kodak Sport vs Olympus SP-800 UZ Overview
Here, we will be looking at the Kodak Sport and Olympus SP-800 UZ, one is a Waterproof and the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom by brands Kodak and Olympus. The sensor resolution of the Sport (12MP) and the SP-800 UZ (14MP) is relatively well matched and both cameras have the identical sensor sizing (1/2.3").

The Sport was manufactured 12 months after the SP-800 UZ and they are of a similar generation. Both the cameras feature the same body design (Compact).
Before delving into a complete comparison, here is a simple summation of how the Sport scores against the SP-800 UZ when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Kodak Sport vs Olympus SP-800 UZ Gallery
This is a preview of the gallery photos for Kodak EasyShare Sport and Olympus SP-800 UZ. The entire galleries are viewable at Kodak Sport Gallery and Olympus SP-800 UZ Gallery.
Reasons to pick Kodak Sport over the Olympus SP-800 UZ
Sport | SP-800 UZ | |||
---|---|---|---|---|
Introduced | January 2011 | ![]() | February 2010 | Newer by 12 months |
Reasons to pick Olympus SP-800 UZ over the Kodak Sport
SP-800 UZ | Sport | |||
---|---|---|---|---|
Screen size | 3" | ![]() | 2.4" | Bigger screen (+0.6") |
Screen resolution | 230k | ![]() | 112k | Clearer screen (+118k dot) |
Common features in the Kodak Sport and Olympus SP-800 UZ
Sport | SP-800 UZ | |||
---|---|---|---|---|
Manually focus | ![]() | No manual focus | ||
Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Lacking selfie screen | ||
Touch friendly screen | ![]() | Neither has Touch friendly screen |
Kodak Sport vs Olympus SP-800 UZ Physical Comparison
In case you're planning to travel with your camera, you will have to consider its weight and dimensions. The Kodak Sport has external measurements of 147mm x 58mm x 23mm (5.8" x 2.3" x 0.9") having a weight of 175 grams (0.39 lbs) and 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 out the Kodak Sport and Olympus SP-800 UZ in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you use at that moment. Underneath is a front view dimension comparison of the Sport compared to the SP-800 UZ.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the Sport and SP-800 UZ is 92 and 69 respectively.

Kodak Sport vs Olympus SP-800 UZ Sensor Comparison
More often than not, it can be hard to visualise the difference between sensor dimensions simply by looking at a spec sheet. The image below might give you a clearer sense of the sensor sizing in the Sport and SP-800 UZ.
As you can see, both of the cameras feature the identical sensor size albeit not the same MP. You should count on the Olympus SP-800 UZ to resolve extra detail due to its extra 2MP. Higher resolution will make it easier to crop photographs way more aggressively. The fresher Sport is going to have an advantage when it comes to sensor innovation.

Kodak Sport vs Olympus SP-800 UZ Screen and ViewFinder


Photography Type Scores
Portrait Comparison

Street Comparison

Sports Comparison

Travel Comparison

Landscape Comparison

Vlogging Comparison

Kodak Sport vs Olympus SP-800 UZ Specifications
Kodak EasyShare Sport | Olympus SP-800 UZ | |
---|---|---|
General Information | ||
Manufacturer | Kodak | Olympus |
Model | Kodak EasyShare Sport | Olympus SP-800 UZ |
Class | Waterproof | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Launched | 2011-01-04 | 2010-02-02 |
Body design | Compact | 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 area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 12 megapixel | 14 megapixel |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | - |
Highest resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 4288 x 3216 |
Highest native ISO | 1250 | 3200 |
Highest boosted ISO | - | 1000 |
Lowest native ISO | 80 | 64 |
RAW photos | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Touch focus | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detect autofocus | ||
Contract detect autofocus | ||
Phase detect autofocus | ||
Number of focus points | - | 143 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 35mm (1x) | 28-840mm (30.0x) |
Maximum aperture | f/3.0 | f/2.8-5.6 |
Macro focus distance | - | 1cm |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display sizing | 2.4 inches | 3 inches |
Display resolution | 112k dot | 230k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch operation | ||
Display tech | TFT color LCD | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 8 secs | 12 secs |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/1400 secs | 1/2000 secs |
Continuous shooting speed | - | 10.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Change white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash range | 2.40 m (@ ISO 360) | 3.10 m |
Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Fill-in | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye |
External flash | ||
AEB | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 640 x 480 (30fps) | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) |
Highest video resolution | 640x480 | 1280x720 |
Video data format | Motion JPEG | H.264 |
Microphone input | ||
Headphone input | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environment seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 175 grams (0.39 lbs) | 455 grams (1.00 lbs) |
Physical dimensions | 147 x 58 x 23mm (5.8" x 2.3" x 0.9") | 110 x 90 x 91mm (4.3" x 3.5" x 3.6") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light score | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery model | 2 x AA | Li-50B |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (12 or 2 sec) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Storage media | SD/SDHC card, Internal | SD/SDHC, Internal |
Storage slots | 1 | 1 |
Price at launch | $155 | $270 |