Nikon S9300 vs Olympus SP-800 UZ

Following is a in-depth overview of the Nikon S9300 versus Olympus SP-800 UZ, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras by competitors Nikon and Olympus. The sensor resolution of the S9300 (16MP) and the SP-800 UZ (14MP) is fairly comparable and both cameras have the same sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The S9300 was announced 2 years after the SP-800 UZ which is a fairly serious difference as far as camera tech is concerned. Both cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before we go right into a full comparison, here is a concise highlight of how the S9300 scores vs the SP-800 UZ in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

This is a sample of the gallery pictures for Nikon Coolpix S9300 & Olympus SP-800 UZ. The whole galleries are viewable at Nikon S9300 Gallery & Olympus SP-800 UZ Gallery.

If you are intending to carry around your camera, you have to factor in its weight and proportions. The Nikon S9300 provides external measurements of 109mm x 62mm x 31mm (4.3" x 2.4" x 1.2") along with a weight of 215 grams (0.47 lbs) and the Olympus SP-800 UZ has measurements of 110mm x 90mm x 91mm (4.3" x 3.5" x 3.6") having a weight of 455 grams (1.00 lbs).

Take a look at the Nikon S9300 versus Olympus SP-800 UZ in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into consideration, the weight of an ILC will change dependant on the lens you are utilizing at that moment. Following is a front view dimension comparison of the S9300 compared to the SP-800 UZ.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability score of the S9300 and SP-800 UZ is 91 and 69 respectively.

Generally, it is very difficult to see the contrast in sensor sizes just by seeing specs. The pic below will offer you a stronger sense of the sensor sizing in the S9300 and SP-800 UZ.

All in all, each of the cameras have the same sensor dimensions but not the same megapixels. You can anticipate the Nikon S9300 to produce greater detail with its extra 2 Megapixels. Greater resolution will allow you to crop photos a bit more aggressively. The younger S9300 is going to have an advantage when it comes to sensor innovation.