Nikon AW120 vs Olympus SP-800 UZ

Below, we are looking at the Nikon AW120 versus Olympus SP-800 UZ, one being a Waterproof and the other is a Small Sensor Superzoom by competitors Nikon and Olympus. The sensor resolution of the AW120 (16MP) and the SP-800 UZ (14MP) is very well matched and they enjoy the exact same sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The AW120 was released 4 years later than the SP-800 UZ and that is quite a large gap as far as technology is concerned. Both of the cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).

Before delving in to a thorough comparison, below is a short summation of how the AW120 matches up vs the SP-800 UZ when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Below is a sample of the gallery pics for Nikon Coolpix AW120 and Olympus SP-800 UZ. The complete galleries are provided at Nikon AW120 Gallery and Olympus SP-800 UZ Gallery.

For those who are intending to carry your camera often, you need to factor in its weight and proportions. The Nikon AW120 enjoys outer dimensions of 110mm x 66mm x 26mm (4.3" x 2.6" x 1.0") having a weight of 213 grams (0.47 lbs) while the Olympus SP-800 UZ has measurements 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 Nikon AW120 versus Olympus SP-800 UZ in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you have chosen at that moment. Below is the front view dimensions comparison of the AW120 and the SP-800 UZ.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the AW120 and SP-800 UZ is 92 and 69 respectively.

Quite often, it is very difficult to picture the difference between sensor sizing simply by looking at specs. The graphic underneath will help provide you a better sense of the sensor dimensions in the AW120 and SP-800 UZ.

All in all, both cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements but different resolution. You should expect to see the Nikon AW120 to give extra detail as a result of its extra 2 Megapixels. Greater resolution will allow you to crop pics much more aggressively. The more recent AW120 provides a benefit with regard to sensor innovation.