Nikon S5200 vs Olympus SP-800 UZ
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Nikon S5200 vs Olympus SP-800 UZ Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 125 - 3200
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 26-156mm (F) lens
- 146g - 98 x 58 x 22mm
- Announced January 2013
(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
- Revealed February 2010
- Replacement is Olympus SP-810 UZ

Nikon S5200 vs Olympus SP-800 UZ Overview
Let's look much closer at the Nikon S5200 vs Olympus SP-800 UZ, former is a Small Sensor Compact while the other is a Small Sensor Superzoom by brands Nikon and Olympus. The image resolution of the S5200 (16MP) and the SP-800 UZ (14MP) is very similar and both cameras posses the identical sensor size (1/2.3").

The S5200 was launched 3 years after the SP-800 UZ which is quite a big difference as far as technology is concerned. Each of these cameras feature the same body design (Compact).
Before delving right into a in-depth comparison, here is a quick view of how the S5200 matches up against the SP-800 UZ with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Nikon S5200 vs Olympus SP-800 UZ Gallery
Following is a sample of the gallery pics for Nikon Coolpix S5200 & Olympus SP-800 UZ. The complete galleries are available at Nikon S5200 Gallery & Olympus SP-800 UZ Gallery.
Reasons to pick Nikon S5200 over the Olympus SP-800 UZ
S5200 | SP-800 UZ | |||
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Revealed | January 2013 | ![]() | February 2010 | More modern by 37 months |
Display resolution | 460k | ![]() | 230k | Sharper display (+230k dot) |
Reasons to pick Olympus SP-800 UZ over the Nikon S5200
SP-800 UZ | S5200 |
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Common features in the Nikon S5200 and Olympus SP-800 UZ
S5200 | SP-800 UZ | |||
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Focus manually | ![]() | No manual focus | ||
Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Display size | 3" | ![]() | 3" | Same display size |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither has selfie screen | ||
Touch friendly display | ![]() | Lack of Touch friendly display |
Nikon S5200 vs Olympus SP-800 UZ Physical Comparison
In case you're planning to carry around your camera, you should factor its weight and dimensions. The Nikon S5200 has physical measurements of 98mm x 58mm x 22mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.9") having a weight of 146 grams (0.32 lbs) while the Olympus SP-800 UZ has dimensions 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 out the Nikon S5200 vs Olympus SP-800 UZ in our brand new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Always remember, the weight of an ILC will vary depending on the lens you have chosen at the time. Here is a front view measurements comparison of the S5200 versus the SP-800 UZ.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the S5200 and SP-800 UZ is 95 and 69 respectively.

Nikon S5200 vs Olympus SP-800 UZ Sensor Comparison
Normally, it's tough to envision the difference between sensor sizes just by reviewing specs. The picture underneath might give you a clearer sense of the sensor sizing in the S5200 and SP-800 UZ.
All in all, both of these cameras come with the identical sensor size but not the same megapixels. You can expect to see the Nikon S5200 to offer you greater detail utilizing its extra 2MP. Greater resolution will let you crop pics a good deal more aggressively. The fresher S5200 is going to have an advantage when it comes to sensor tech.

Nikon S5200 vs Olympus SP-800 UZ Screen and ViewFinder


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Nikon S5200 vs Olympus SP-800 UZ Specifications
Nikon Coolpix S5200 | Olympus SP-800 UZ | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | Nikon | Olympus |
Model type | Nikon Coolpix S5200 | Olympus SP-800 UZ |
Class | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Announced | 2013-01-29 | 2010-02-02 |
Physical type | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor Chip | - | TruePic III |
Sensor type | BSI-CMOS | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 6.16 x 4.62mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor surface area | 28.5mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16 megapixel | 14 megapixel |
Anti alias filter | ||
Full resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 4288 x 3216 |
Max native ISO | 3200 | 3200 |
Max boosted ISO | - | 1000 |
Minimum native ISO | 125 | 64 |
RAW pictures | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
Touch to focus | ||
AF continuous | ||
Single AF | ||
AF tracking | ||
AF selectice | ||
AF center weighted | ||
Multi area AF | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detect AF | ||
Contract detect AF | ||
Phase detect AF | ||
Total focus points | - | 143 |
Cross type focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 26-156mm (6.0x) | 28-840mm (30.0x) |
Maximum aperture | - | f/2.8-5.6 |
Macro focusing range | - | 1cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Type of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display diagonal | 3 inches | 3 inches |
Resolution of display | 460 thousand dots | 230 thousand dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch friendly | ||
Display technology | TFT-LCD with Anti-reflection coating | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 4 seconds | 12 seconds |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/2000 seconds | 1/2000 seconds |
Continuous shooting rate | - | 10.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual mode | ||
Set WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash distance | - | 3.10 m |
Flash modes | - | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye |
External flash | ||
AEB | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) |
Max video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1280x720 |
Video data format | - | H.264 |
Mic support | ||
Headphone support | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | 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 | 146 grams (0.32 lb) | 455 grams (1.00 lb) |
Physical dimensions | 98 x 58 x 22mm (3.9" x 2.3" 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 life | 160 images | - |
Battery style | Battery Pack | - |
Battery ID | EN-EL19 | Li-50B |
Self timer | - | Yes (12 or 2 sec) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Storage type | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/SDHC, Internal |
Card slots | 1 | 1 |
Pricing at launch | $130 | $270 |