Nikon S3300 vs Olympus SP-800 UZ
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Nikon S3300 vs Olympus SP-800 UZ Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 26-156mm (F3.5-6.5) lens
- 128g - 95 x 58 x 19mm
- Introduced February 2012
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- 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
- Revealed February 2010
- Newer Model is Olympus SP-810 UZ

Nikon S3300 vs Olympus SP-800 UZ Overview
Following is a extended comparison of the Nikon S3300 and Olympus SP-800 UZ, one is a Small Sensor Compact and the other is a Small Sensor Superzoom by companies Nikon and Olympus. The resolution of the S3300 (16MP) and the SP-800 UZ (14MP) is fairly comparable and both cameras boast the identical sensor measurements (1/2.3").

The S3300 was manufactured 2 years after the SP-800 UZ which is a fairly serious gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Each of these cameras feature the same body design (Compact).
Before delving straight to a step-by-step comparison, here is a short view of how the S3300 scores versus the SP-800 UZ with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Nikon S3300 vs Olympus SP-800 UZ Gallery
Here is a sample of the gallery pictures for Nikon Coolpix S3300 and Olympus SP-800 UZ. The entire galleries are available at Nikon S3300 Gallery and Olympus SP-800 UZ Gallery.
Reasons to pick Nikon S3300 over the Olympus SP-800 UZ
S3300 | SP-800 UZ | |||
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Revealed | February 2012 | ![]() | February 2010 | More modern by 25 months |
Manual focus | ![]() | More accurate focusing |
Reasons to pick Olympus SP-800 UZ over the Nikon S3300
SP-800 UZ | S3300 | |||
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Display size | 3" | ![]() | 2.7" | Larger display (+0.3") |
Common features in the Nikon S3300 and Olympus SP-800 UZ
S3300 | SP-800 UZ | |||
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Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Display resolution | 230k | ![]() | 230k | Equal display resolution |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither features selfie screen | ||
Touch friendly display | ![]() | Absent Touch friendly display |
Nikon S3300 vs Olympus SP-800 UZ Physical Comparison
For anybody who is going to carry around your camera, you will need to factor in its weight and dimensions. The Nikon S3300 enjoys physical measurements of 95mm x 58mm x 19mm (3.7" x 2.3" x 0.7") with a weight of 128 grams (0.28 lbs) and the Olympus SP-800 UZ has dimensions of 110mm x 90mm x 91mm (4.3" x 3.5" x 3.6") along with a weight of 455 grams (1.00 lbs).
Contrast the Nikon S3300 and Olympus SP-800 UZ in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you are utilizing during that time. Below is a front view over all size comparison of the S3300 against the SP-800 UZ.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability grade of the S3300 and SP-800 UZ is 96 and 69 respectively.

Nikon S3300 vs Olympus SP-800 UZ Sensor Comparison
Usually, it's hard to see the difference in sensor sizes just by seeing specs. The image underneath will help offer you a stronger sense of the sensor sizing in the S3300 and SP-800 UZ.
As you can plainly see, both of these cameras come with the identical sensor size but not the same megapixels. You should anticipate the Nikon S3300 to show greater detail due to its extra 2MP. Greater resolution will enable you to crop images a good deal more aggressively. The younger S3300 will have an advantage with regard to sensor technology.

Nikon S3300 vs Olympus SP-800 UZ Screen and ViewFinder


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Nikon S3300 vs Olympus SP-800 UZ Specifications
Nikon Coolpix S3300 | Olympus SP-800 UZ | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | Nikon | Olympus |
Model | Nikon Coolpix S3300 | Olympus SP-800 UZ |
Class | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Introduced | 2012-02-01 | 2010-02-02 |
Physical type | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor | - | 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 | 16 megapixel | 14 megapixel |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | - |
Peak resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 4288 x 3216 |
Highest native ISO | 3200 | 3200 |
Highest enhanced ISO | - | 1000 |
Minimum native ISO | 100 | 64 |
RAW photos | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detection focus | ||
Contract detection focus | ||
Phase detection focus | ||
Number of focus points | - | 143 |
Cross focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 26-156mm (6.0x) | 28-840mm (30.0x) |
Largest aperture | f/3.5-6.5 | f/2.8-5.6 |
Macro focus distance | 1cm | 1cm |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Type of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen sizing | 2.7 inches | 3 inches |
Screen resolution | 230 thousand dots | 230 thousand dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch friendly | ||
Screen tech | TFT-LCD with Anti-reflection coating | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 4s | 12s |
Max shutter speed | 1/2000s | 1/2000s |
Continuous shutter rate | - | 10.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Custom white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash range | - | 3.10 m |
Flash settings | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow-sync | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye |
Hot shoe | ||
AE 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 720p (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30fps) | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) |
Highest video resolution | 1280x720 | 1280x720 |
Video file format | MPEG-4 | H.264 |
Microphone 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 | ||
Environment sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 128 gr (0.28 lbs) | 455 gr (1.00 lbs) |
Physical dimensions | 95 x 58 x 19mm (3.7" x 2.3" x 0.7") | 110 x 90 x 91mm (4.3" x 3.5" x 3.6") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall 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 life | 180 photographs | - |
Form of battery | Battery Pack | - |
Battery model | EN-EL19 | Li-50B |
Self timer | Yes | Yes (12 or 2 sec) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Storage type | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/SDHC, Internal |
Card slots | One | One |
Pricing at release | $99 | $270 |