Olympus SP-600 UZ vs Sony W800
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Olympus SP-600 UZ vs Sony W800 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 1600
- 1280 x 720 video
- 28-420mm (F3.5-5.4) lens
- 455g - 110 x 90 x 91mm
- Introduced February 2010
- Old Model is Olympus SP-590 UZ
- New Model is Olympus SP-610UZ
(Full Review)
- 20MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 26-130mm (F3.2-6.4) lens
- 125g - 97 x 55 x 21mm
- Launched February 2014

Olympus SP-600 UZ vs Sony W800 Overview
Here is a in-depth review of the Olympus SP-600 UZ versus Sony W800, former being a Small Sensor Superzoom while the latter is a Small Sensor Compact by companies Olympus and Sony. There exists a large gap among the resolutions of the SP-600 UZ (12MP) and W800 (20MP) but both cameras posses the identical sensor sizing (1/2.3").

The SP-600 UZ was introduced 5 years prior to the W800 and that is a fairly serious difference as far as camera technology is concerned. Both the cameras feature the same body design (Compact).
Before delving straight to a full comparison, here is a brief synopsis of how the SP-600 UZ grades versus the W800 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Olympus SP-600 UZ vs Sony W800 Gallery
This is a preview of the gallery photos for Olympus SP-600 UZ & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W800. The whole galleries are provided at Olympus SP-600 UZ Gallery & Sony W800 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Olympus SP-600 UZ over the Sony W800
SP-600 UZ | W800 | |||
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Manually focus | ![]() | More accurate focus |
Reasons to pick Sony W800 over the Olympus SP-600 UZ
W800 | SP-600 UZ | |||
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Launched | February 2014 | ![]() | February 2010 | Fresher by 49 months |
Common features in the Olympus SP-600 UZ and Sony W800
SP-600 UZ | W800 | |||
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Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Screen size | 2.7" | ![]() | 2.7" | Same screen measurement |
Screen resolution | 230k | ![]() | 230k | Same screen resolution |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Lacking selfie screen | ||
Touch screen | ![]() | Lacking Touch screen |
Olympus SP-600 UZ vs Sony W800 Physical Comparison
In case you're looking to carry your camera, you should take into account its weight and dimensions. The Olympus SP-600 UZ features outer 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) and the Sony W800 has dimensions of 97mm x 55mm x 21mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 0.8") accompanied by a weight of 125 grams (0.28 lbs).
Contrast the Olympus SP-600 UZ versus Sony W800 in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Bear in mind, the weight of an ILC will vary based on the lens you have chosen at that moment. Here is a front view proportions comparison of the SP-600 UZ and the W800.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the SP-600 UZ and W800 is 69 and 96 respectively.

Olympus SP-600 UZ vs Sony W800 Sensor Comparison
Sometimes, its tough to see the difference in sensor sizing just by checking out technical specs. The visual here will give you a much better sense of the sensor dimensions in the SP-600 UZ and W800.
As you can tell, the two cameras feature the identical sensor size albeit not the same megapixels. You can count on the Sony W800 to produce extra detail using its extra 8MP. Higher resolution will let you crop photographs way more aggressively. The older SP-600 UZ will be behind in sensor tech.

Olympus SP-600 UZ vs Sony W800 Screen and ViewFinder


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Olympus SP-600 UZ vs Sony W800 Specifications
Olympus SP-600 UZ | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W800 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | Olympus | Sony |
Model | Olympus SP-600 UZ | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W800 |
Class | Small Sensor Superzoom | Small Sensor Compact |
Introduced | 2010-02-02 | 2014-02-13 |
Physical type | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor | TruePic III | - |
Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 6.08 x 4.56mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor area | 27.7mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 12MP | 20MP |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | - | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Maximum resolution | 3968 x 2976 | 5152 x 3864 |
Maximum native ISO | 1600 | 3200 |
Lowest native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW photos | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detection autofocus | ||
Contract detection autofocus | ||
Phase detection autofocus | ||
Number of focus points | 143 | - |
Cross focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 28-420mm (15.0x) | 26-130mm (5.0x) |
Max aperture | f/3.5-5.4 | f/3.2-6.4 |
Macro focus distance | 1cm | - |
Crop factor | 5.9 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Type of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen size | 2.7" | 2.7" |
Screen resolution | 230k dots | 230k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch function | ||
Screen tech | - | TFT LCD display |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 1/2 secs | 2 secs |
Highest shutter speed | 1/2000 secs | 1/1500 secs |
Continuous shooting rate | 10.0fps | 1.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual mode | ||
Set white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash range | 3.10 m | 3.50 m |
Flash options | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye | Auto / Flash On / Slow Synchro / Flash Off / Advanced Flash |
Hot shoe | ||
AE 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 720 (24 fps), 640 x 480 (30, 15 fps), 320 x 240 (30, 15 fps) | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) |
Maximum video resolution | 1280x720 | 1280x720 |
Video format | H.264 | AVI MPEG4 |
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 | 455 gr (1.00 pounds) | 125 gr (0.28 pounds) |
Physical dimensions | 110 x 90 x 91mm (4.3" x 3.5" x 3.6") | 97 x 55 x 21mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 0.8") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around 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 model | - | NP-BN |
Self timer | Yes (12 or 2 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Portrait 1/2) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Storage type | SD/SDHC, Internal | SD/SDHC/SDXC/Memory Stick Duo/Memory Stick Pro Duo, Memory Stick Pro-HG Duo |
Card slots | 1 | 1 |
Cost at launch | $189 | $90 |