Nikon S8000 vs Olympus SP-800 UZ

Here is a extensive assessment of the Nikon S8000 and Olympus SP-800 UZ, one being a Small Sensor Compact and the other is a Small Sensor Superzoom by brands Nikon and Olympus. The resolution of the S8000 (14MP) and the SP-800 UZ (14MP) is very similar and they use the exact same sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The S8000 was unveiled 5 months later than the SP-800 UZ which means that they are both of a similar generation. Both the cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).

Before delving through a full comparison, below is a quick overview of how the S8000 scores vs the SP-800 UZ with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Below is a sample of the gallery pics for Nikon Coolpix S8000 and Olympus SP-800 UZ. The full galleries are available at Nikon S8000 Gallery and Olympus SP-800 UZ Gallery.

In case you're intending to carry your camera, you will have to factor its weight and volume. The Nikon S8000 has exterior measurements of 103mm x 57mm x 27mm (4.1" x 2.2" x 1.1") having a weight of 183 grams (0.40 lbs) while the Olympus SP-800 UZ has sizing of 110mm x 90mm x 91mm (4.3" x 3.5" x 3.6") having a weight of 455 grams (1.00 lbs).

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Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you are utilizing at that time. Following is the front view dimensions comparison of the S8000 vs the SP-800 UZ.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the S8000 and SP-800 UZ is 93 and 69 respectively.

More often than not, it is hard to picture the difference between sensor sizing simply by reviewing technical specs. The visual below will offer you a much better sense of the sensor sizing in the S8000 and SP-800 UZ.

As you can tell, both the cameras posses the exact same sensor measurements and the identical MP therefore you should expect similar quality of files although you should really take the production date of the products into consideration.