Nikon S4300 vs Olympus SP-800 UZ
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Nikon S4300 vs Olympus SP-800 UZ Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 3200
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 26-156mm (F3.5-6.5) lens
- 139g - 96 x 59 x 21mm
- Launched February 2012
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 64 - 3200 (Raise to 1000)
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 28-840mm (F2.8-5.6) lens
- 455g - 110 x 90 x 91mm
- Launched February 2010
- Successor is Olympus SP-810 UZ

Nikon S4300 vs Olympus SP-800 UZ Overview
The following is a complete review of the Nikon S4300 versus Olympus SP-800 UZ, former is a Small Sensor Compact while the other is a Small Sensor Superzoom by companies Nikon and Olympus. The resolution of the S4300 (16MP) and the SP-800 UZ (14MP) is very close and both cameras posses the same sensor measurements (1/2.3").

The S4300 was manufactured 2 years after the SP-800 UZ which is a fairly sizable difference as far as camera tech is concerned. Both the cameras have the same body design (Compact).
Before going straight to a in-depth comparison, here is a quick highlight of how the S4300 matches up versus the SP-800 UZ with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Nikon S4300 vs Olympus SP-800 UZ Gallery
This is a sample of the gallery pics for Nikon Coolpix S4300 & Olympus SP-800 UZ. The entire galleries are available at Nikon S4300 Gallery & Olympus SP-800 UZ Gallery.
Reasons to pick Nikon S4300 over the Olympus SP-800 UZ
S4300 | SP-800 UZ | |||
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Launched | February 2012 | ![]() | February 2010 | Newer by 25 months |
Display resolution | 460k | ![]() | 230k | Clearer display (+230k dot) |
Touch friendly display | ![]() | Easily navigate |
Reasons to pick Olympus SP-800 UZ over the Nikon S4300
SP-800 UZ | S4300 |
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Common features in the Nikon S4300 and Olympus SP-800 UZ
S4300 | SP-800 UZ | |||
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Manual focus | ![]() | Lack of manual focus | ||
Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Display dimensions | 3" | ![]() | 3" | Equal display measurements |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither provides selfie screen |
Nikon S4300 vs Olympus SP-800 UZ Physical Comparison
For those who are going to travel with your camera often, you are going to need to factor its weight and measurements. The Nikon S4300 provides outside measurements of 96mm x 59mm x 21mm (3.8" x 2.3" x 0.8") with a weight of 139 grams (0.31 lbs) and the Olympus SP-800 UZ has proportions 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 Nikon S4300 versus Olympus SP-800 UZ in our brand new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Take into account, the weight of an ILC will vary depending on the lens you select during that time. Underneath is a front view over all size comparison of the S4300 against the SP-800 UZ.

Using size and weight, the portability grade of the S4300 and SP-800 UZ is 95 and 69 respectively.

Nikon S4300 vs Olympus SP-800 UZ Sensor Comparison
Usually, its difficult to picture the contrast in sensor dimensions just by viewing specs. The pic underneath may provide you a stronger sense of the sensor measurements in the S4300 and SP-800 UZ.
All in all, each of these cameras have the same sensor dimensions but different MP. You can expect to see the Nikon S4300 to provide you with extra detail due to its extra 2 Megapixels. Greater resolution can also help you crop pics a bit more aggressively. The fresher S4300 should have an advantage when it comes to sensor technology.

Nikon S4300 vs Olympus SP-800 UZ Screen and ViewFinder


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Nikon S4300 vs Olympus SP-800 UZ Specifications
Nikon Coolpix S4300 | Olympus SP-800 UZ | |
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General Information | ||
Company | Nikon | Olympus |
Model type | Nikon Coolpix S4300 | Olympus SP-800 UZ |
Category | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Launched | 2012-02-01 | 2010-02-02 |
Body design | 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 | 16MP | 14MP |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | - |
Max resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 4288 x 3216 |
Max native ISO | 3200 | 3200 |
Max enhanced ISO | - | 1000 |
Min native ISO | 100 | 64 |
RAW support | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
Touch focus | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detection autofocus | ||
Contract detection autofocus | ||
Phase detection autofocus | ||
Total focus points | 9 | 143 |
Lens | ||
Lens support | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 26-156mm (6.0x) | 28-840mm (30.0x) |
Maximal aperture | f/3.5-6.5 | f/2.8-5.6 |
Macro focusing range | 5cm | 1cm |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Range of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen size | 3 inches | 3 inches |
Resolution of screen | 460k dot | 230k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch functionality | ||
Screen tech | TFT-LCD with Anti-reflection coating | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 4s | 12s |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/2000s | 1/2000s |
Continuous shutter speed | - | 10.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual exposure | ||
Set white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash distance | - | 3.10 m |
Flash options | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow-sync | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye |
Hot shoe | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1280 x 720p (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30fps) | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) |
Max video resolution | 1280x720 | 1280x720 |
Video file format | MPEG-4, H.264 | 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 proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 139g (0.31 lb) | 455g (1.00 lb) |
Physical dimensions | 96 x 59 x 21mm (3.8" x 2.3" x 0.8") | 110 x 90 x 91mm (4.3" x 3.5" x 3.6") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall 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 life | 180 photographs | - |
Battery format | Battery Pack | - |
Battery ID | EN-EL19 | Li-50B |
Self timer | Yes | Yes (12 or 2 sec) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Storage media | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/SDHC, Internal |
Storage slots | 1 | 1 |
Launch price | $119 | $270 |