Olympus SP-800 UZ vs Olympus 6010

Below, we will be looking at the Olympus SP-800 UZ versus Olympus 6010, one being a Small Sensor Superzoom and the latter is a Waterproof and both of them are created by Olympus. The resolution of the SP-800 UZ (14MP) and the 6010 (12MP) is pretty well matched and they come with the exact same sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The SP-800 UZ was launched 7 months later than the 6010 so they are both of a similar generation. Both of the cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).

Before diving through a in depth comparison, below is a quick highlight of how the SP-800 UZ scores versus the 6010 for portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

The following is a preview of the gallery images for Olympus SP-800 UZ and Olympus Stylus Tough 6010. The complete galleries are viewable at Olympus SP-800 UZ Gallery and Olympus 6010 Gallery.

For anybody who is looking to carry your camera regularly, you are going to need to take into account its weight and measurements. The Olympus SP-800 UZ enjoys physical dimensions of 110mm x 90mm x 91mm (4.3" x 3.5" x 3.6") with a weight of 455 grams (1.00 lbs) whilst the Olympus 6010 has proportions of 95mm x 63mm x 22mm (3.7" x 2.5" x 0.9") accompanied by a weight of 179 grams (0.39 lbs).

Examine the Olympus SP-800 UZ versus Olympus 6010 in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you are working with at that moment. Here is the front view dimensions comparison of the SP-800 UZ vs the 6010.

Using size and weight, the portability grade of the SP-800 UZ and 6010 is 69 and 94 respectively.

Generally, it is hard to picture the contrast between sensor sizing purely by checking technical specs. The graphic below should offer you a clearer sense of the sensor sizes in the SP-800 UZ and 6010.

As you can tell, both of those cameras posses the exact same sensor measurements albeit different MP. You should expect the Olympus SP-800 UZ to give extra detail utilizing its extra 2MP. Higher resolution will make it easier to crop pictures somewhat more aggressively. The more recent SP-800 UZ should have a benefit with regard to sensor tech.