Olympus SP-800 UZ vs Panasonic 3D1

Here is a extensive overview of the Olympus SP-800 UZ and Panasonic 3D1, one being a Small Sensor Superzoom and the latter is a Small Sensor Compact by rivals Olympus and Panasonic. The image resolution of the SP-800 UZ (14MP) and the 3D1 (12MP) is relatively close and they enjoy the exact same sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The SP-800 UZ was revealed 21 months before the 3D1 which makes the cameras a generation apart from one another. Each of the cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).

Before we go through a in depth comparison, below is a concise introduction of how the SP-800 UZ matches up vs the 3D1 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

The following is a preview of the gallery photos for Olympus SP-800 UZ and Panasonic Lumix DMC-3D1. The full galleries are available at Olympus SP-800 UZ Gallery and Panasonic 3D1 Gallery.

For anybody who is going to carry your camera, you have to factor in its weight and volume. The Olympus SP-800 UZ has physical measurements of 110mm x 90mm x 91mm (4.3" x 3.5" x 3.6") and a weight of 455 grams (1.00 lbs) whilst the Panasonic 3D1 has sizing of 108mm x 58mm x 24mm (4.3" x 2.3" x 0.9") accompanied by a weight of 193 grams (0.43 lbs).

Contrast the Olympus SP-800 UZ and Panasonic 3D1 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you are employing at the time. Following is the front view scale comparison of the SP-800 UZ against the 3D1.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the SP-800 UZ and 3D1 is 69 and 93 respectively.

Normally, it is very difficult to picture the gap in sensor sizing purely by looking through specs. The graphic underneath might offer you a stronger sense of the sensor sizing in the SP-800 UZ and 3D1.

All in all, the two cameras posses the exact same sensor measurements albeit different megapixels. You should count on the Olympus SP-800 UZ to provide you with greater detail because of its extra 2MP. Higher resolution can also enable you to crop pictures somewhat more aggressively. The older SP-800 UZ will be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor innovation.