Olympus SP-800 UZ vs Olympus Tough-3000

On this page, we will be analyzing the Olympus SP-800 UZ vs Olympus Tough-3000, one is a Small Sensor Superzoom and the latter is a Waterproof and both of them are sold by Olympus. The image resolution of the SP-800 UZ (14MP) and the Tough-3000 (12MP) is pretty similar and both cameras offer the same sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The SP-800 UZ was released within a month of the Tough-3000 and they are of a similar generation. Both of the cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before delving into a in-depth comparison, here is a simple summation of how the SP-800 UZ grades against the Tough-3000 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Following is a preview of the gallery images for Olympus SP-800 UZ and Olympus Stylus Tough-3000. The complete galleries are viewable at Olympus SP-800 UZ Gallery and Olympus Tough-3000 Gallery.

In case you're going to carry around your camera frequently, you are going to need to factor its weight and proportions. The Olympus SP-800 UZ provides outside dimensions of 110mm x 90mm x 91mm (4.3" x 3.5" x 3.6") having a weight of 455 grams (1.00 lbs) and the Olympus Tough-3000 has measurements of 96mm x 65mm x 23mm (3.8" x 2.6" x 0.9") with a weight of 159 grams (0.35 lbs).

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Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you select at that moment. Below is a front view sizing comparison of the SP-800 UZ and the Tough-3000.

Using size and weight, the portability score of the SP-800 UZ and Tough-3000 is 69 and 94 respectively.

Oftentimes, it's difficult to envision the gap between sensor sizes only by reviewing specifications. The picture below might give you a more clear sense of the sensor sizes in the SP-800 UZ and Tough-3000.

To sum up, the 2 cameras provide the same sensor dimensions albeit not the same MP. You should expect the Olympus SP-800 UZ to deliver greater detail as a result of its extra 2MP. Higher resolution will also allow you to crop photographs more aggressively.