Olympus SP-800 UZ vs Olympus TG-820 iHS

Below, we are comparing the Olympus SP-800 UZ versus Olympus TG-820 iHS, one being a Small Sensor Superzoom and the other is a Waterproof and both of them are created by Olympus. The image resolution of the SP-800 UZ (14MP) and the TG-820 iHS (12MP) is fairly comparable and they come with the exact same sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The SP-800 UZ was unveiled 24 months earlier than the TG-820 iHS making the cameras a generation apart from one another. Both cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).

Before delving straight into a full comparison, below is a simple summary of how the SP-800 UZ scores against the TG-820 iHS with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Here is a sample of the gallery pictures for Olympus SP-800 UZ and Olympus TG-820 iHS. The full galleries are available at Olympus SP-800 UZ Gallery and Olympus TG-820 iHS Gallery.

In case you're planning to lug around your camera, you'll have to consider its weight and volume. The Olympus SP-800 UZ provides outer dimensions of 110mm x 90mm x 91mm (4.3" x 3.5" x 3.6") and a weight of 455 grams (1.00 lbs) while the Olympus TG-820 iHS has sizing of 101mm x 65mm x 26mm (4.0" x 2.6" x 1.0") and a weight of 206 grams (0.45 lbs).

Examine the Olympus SP-800 UZ versus Olympus TG-820 iHS in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you are employing at that time. Underneath is the front view proportions comparison of the SP-800 UZ vs the TG-820 iHS.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the SP-800 UZ and TG-820 iHS is 69 and 92 respectively.

Typically, it's tough to visualize the contrast in sensor measurements merely by seeing technical specs. The graphic below may give you a much better sense of the sensor sizes in the SP-800 UZ and TG-820 iHS.

As you can tell, the 2 cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements but different resolution. You should anticipate the Olympus SP-800 UZ to produce more detail having an extra 2MP. Greater resolution can also enable you to crop images much more aggressively. The older SP-800 UZ will be behind when it comes to sensor innovation.