Olympus SP-800 UZ vs Olympus 6000

On this page, we will be looking at the Olympus SP-800 UZ vs Olympus 6000, former being a Small Sensor Superzoom while the latter is a Small Sensor Compact and both are produced by Olympus. There is a sizable difference among the resolutions of the SP-800 UZ (14MP) and 6000 (10MP) but both cameras boast the same sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The SP-800 UZ was brought out 8 months later than the 6000 which means that they are both of a similar age. Each of these cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before going straight to a full comparison, here is a simple introduction of how the SP-800 UZ grades versus the 6000 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Here is a preview of the gallery images for Olympus SP-800 UZ & Olympus Stylus Tough 6000. The entire galleries are available at Olympus SP-800 UZ Gallery & Olympus 6000 Gallery.

In case you're aiming to carry your camera, you will have to factor in its weight and size. The Olympus SP-800 UZ offers exterior measurements of 110mm x 90mm x 91mm (4.3" x 3.5" x 3.6") accompanied by a weight of 455 grams (1.00 lbs) while the Olympus 6000 has specifications of 95mm x 63mm x 22mm (3.7" x 2.5" x 0.9") accompanied by a weight of 179 grams (0.39 lbs).

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Keep in mind, the weight of an ILC will vary depending on the lens you are using at that moment. Below is a front view dimension comparison of the SP-800 UZ and the 6000.

Looking at size and weight, the portability rating of the SP-800 UZ and 6000 is 69 and 94 respectively.

Often, it is tough to envision the difference in sensor sizing only by looking through specifications. The photograph below will help provide you a stronger sense of the sensor measurements in the SP-800 UZ and 6000.

To sum up, both the cameras provide the same sensor dimensions albeit not the same megapixels. You can expect the Olympus SP-800 UZ to result in more detail having its extra 4 Megapixels. Higher resolution will let you crop photographs more aggressively. The newer SP-800 UZ is going to have an advantage with regard to sensor technology.