Olympus SP-800 UZ vs Olympus TG-6

The following is a complete analysis of the Olympus SP-800 UZ and Olympus TG-6, one is a Small Sensor Superzoom and the other is a Waterproof and both are offered by Olympus. The image resolution of the SP-800 UZ (14MP) and the TG-6 (12MP) is fairly similar and they feature the exact same sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The SP-800 UZ was launched 10 years before the TG-6 which is quite a significant gap as far as technology is concerned. Both cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).

Before we go straight into a complete comparison, below is a quick summary of how the SP-800 UZ grades versus the TG-6 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

The following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Olympus SP-800 UZ and Olympus Tough TG-6. The complete galleries are available at Olympus SP-800 UZ Gallery and Olympus TG-6 Gallery.

If you are planning to travel with your camera regularly, you are going to need to consider its weight and proportions. The Olympus SP-800 UZ has external dimensions of 110mm x 90mm x 91mm (4.3" x 3.5" x 3.6") having a weight of 455 grams (1.00 lbs) while the Olympus TG-6 has measurements of 113mm x 66mm x 32mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 1.3") with a weight of 253 grams (0.56 lbs).

Check the Olympus SP-800 UZ and Olympus TG-6 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you are working with during that time. Underneath is the front view over all size comparison of the SP-800 UZ against the TG-6.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the SP-800 UZ and TG-6 is 69 and 90 respectively.

Normally, it's tough to imagine the gap between sensor dimensions only by reviewing a spec sheet. The pic below will offer you a greater sense of the sensor dimensions in the SP-800 UZ and TG-6.

Clearly, each of these cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements but different resolution. You should anticipate the Olympus SP-800 UZ to offer you more detail utilizing its extra 2 Megapixels. Greater resolution will enable you to crop photos much more aggressively. The more aged SP-800 UZ is going to be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor innovation.