Olympus SP-800 UZ vs Olympus TG-320

Here, we are reviewing the Olympus SP-800 UZ vs Olympus TG-320, one is a Small Sensor Superzoom and the other is a Waterproof and both of them are built by Olympus. The resolution of the SP-800 UZ (14MP) and the TG-320 (14MP) is fairly well matched and both cameras have the identical sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The SP-800 UZ was unveiled 23 months before the TG-320 making them a generation away from each other. Each of the cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before going straight to a in-depth comparison, here is a short synopsis of how the SP-800 UZ matches up vs the TG-320 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

The following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Olympus SP-800 UZ and Olympus TG-320. The full galleries are viewable at Olympus SP-800 UZ Gallery and Olympus TG-320 Gallery.

When you are intending to travel with your camera frequently, you're going to have to factor its weight and size. The Olympus SP-800 UZ offers outer measurements 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 Olympus TG-320 has specifications of 96mm x 63mm x 23mm (3.8" x 2.5" x 0.9") with a weight of 155 grams (0.34 lbs).

Contrast the Olympus SP-800 UZ vs Olympus TG-320 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you select during that time. Underneath is a front view sizing comparison of the SP-800 UZ compared to the TG-320.

Looking at size and weight, the portability score of the SP-800 UZ and TG-320 is 69 and 94 respectively.

Generally, it's difficult to visualise the difference between sensor dimensions only by looking at specs. The picture below will help give you a more clear sense of the sensor measurements in the SP-800 UZ and TG-320.

All in all, both cameras come with the identical sensor size and the same exact resolution and you should expect similar quality of files although you should take the release date of the products into consideration. The more aged SP-800 UZ is going to be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor technology.