Nikon S1000pj vs Olympus SP-800 UZ
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Nikon S1000pj vs Olympus SP-800 UZ Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 3200 (Expand to 6400)
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1/8000s Maximum Shutter
- 1280 x 720 video
- 28-140mm (F3.9-5.8) lens
- 175g - 96 x 62 x 23mm
- Revealed August 2009
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 64 - 3200 (Push to 1000)
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 28-840mm (F2.8-5.6) lens
- 455g - 110 x 90 x 91mm
- Revealed February 2010
- Successor is Olympus SP-810 UZ

Nikon S1000pj vs Olympus SP-800 UZ Overview
The following is a detailed assessment of the Nikon S1000pj vs Olympus SP-800 UZ, one is a Small Sensor Compact and the other is a Small Sensor Superzoom by companies Nikon and Olympus. The sensor resolution of the S1000pj (12MP) and the SP-800 UZ (14MP) is fairly well matched and both cameras offer the same sensor size (1/2.3").

The S1000pj was manufactured 6 months prior to the SP-800 UZ so they are of a similar generation. Both of the cameras have the same body design (Compact).
Before we go right into a in depth comparison, here is a simple summary of how the S1000pj scores versus the SP-800 UZ with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Nikon S1000pj vs Olympus SP-800 UZ Gallery
Below is a sample of the gallery pictures for Nikon Coolpix S1000pj and Olympus SP-800 UZ. The entire galleries are provided at Nikon S1000pj Gallery and Olympus SP-800 UZ Gallery.
Reasons to pick Nikon S1000pj over the Olympus SP-800 UZ
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Reasons to pick Olympus SP-800 UZ over the Nikon S1000pj
SP-800 UZ | S1000pj | |||
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Display dimensions | 3" | ![]() | 2.7" | Larger display (+0.3") |
Common features in the Nikon S1000pj and Olympus SP-800 UZ
S1000pj | SP-800 UZ | |||
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Revealed | August 2009 | ![]() | February 2010 | Similar generation |
Focus manually | ![]() | Lack of manual focus | ||
Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Display resolution | 230k | ![]() | 230k | Identical display resolution |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither provides selfie screen | ||
Touch display | ![]() | Neither provides Touch display |
Nikon S1000pj vs Olympus SP-800 UZ Physical Comparison
If you are looking to travel with your camera often, you have to factor in its weight and size. The Nikon S1000pj provides outer dimensions of 96mm x 62mm x 23mm (3.8" x 2.4" x 0.9") having a weight of 175 grams (0.39 lbs) whilst the Olympus SP-800 UZ has specifications 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 the Nikon S1000pj vs Olympus SP-800 UZ in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you are using at that time. The following is a front view physical size comparison of the S1000pj compared to the SP-800 UZ.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability score of the S1000pj and SP-800 UZ is 94 and 69 respectively.

Nikon S1000pj vs Olympus SP-800 UZ Sensor Comparison
Oftentimes, it is hard to imagine the contrast between sensor dimensions just by looking at specifications. The picture underneath will provide you a clearer sense of the sensor sizes in the S1000pj and SP-800 UZ.
To sum up, each of the cameras have the same sensor dimensions but different megapixels. You should anticipate the Olympus SP-800 UZ to give extra detail due to its extra 2 Megapixels. Greater resolution can also help you crop images a bit more aggressively.

Nikon S1000pj vs Olympus SP-800 UZ Screen and ViewFinder


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Nikon S1000pj vs Olympus SP-800 UZ Specifications
Nikon Coolpix S1000pj | Olympus SP-800 UZ | |
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General Information | ||
Company | Nikon | Olympus |
Model type | Nikon Coolpix S1000pj | Olympus SP-800 UZ |
Category | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Revealed | 2009-08-04 | 2010-02-02 |
Physical type | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Powered by | Expeed | TruePic III |
Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 12 megapixels | 14 megapixels |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | - |
Maximum resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 4288 x 3216 |
Maximum native ISO | 3200 | 3200 |
Maximum boosted ISO | 6400 | 1000 |
Lowest native ISO | 80 | 64 |
RAW format | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
AF touch | ||
AF continuous | ||
AF single | ||
AF tracking | ||
Selective AF | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
Multi area AF | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detection focusing | ||
Contract detection focusing | ||
Phase detection focusing | ||
Total focus points | - | 143 |
Lens | ||
Lens support | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 28-140mm (5.0x) | 28-840mm (30.0x) |
Largest aperture | f/3.9-5.8 | f/2.8-5.6 |
Macro focusing range | 3cm | 1cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Type of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen size | 2.7" | 3" |
Resolution of screen | 230 thousand dots | 230 thousand dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch capability | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 30 seconds | 12 seconds |
Highest shutter speed | 1/8000 seconds | 1/2000 seconds |
Continuous shooting rate | - | 10.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Custom WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash distance | - | 3.10 m |
Flash modes | - | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye |
Hot shoe | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) |
Maximum video resolution | 1280x720 | 1280x720 |
Video format | Motion JPEG | H.264 |
Mic support | ||
Headphone support | ||
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 sealing | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 175 grams (0.39 pounds) | 455 grams (1.00 pounds) |
Physical dimensions | 96 x 62 x 23mm (3.8" x 2.4" x 0.9") | 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 ID | EN-EL12 | Li-50B |
Self timer | Yes | Yes (12 or 2 sec) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Storage type | SD/SDHC, Internal | SD/SDHC, Internal |
Card slots | One | One |
Price at launch | $289 | $270 |