Olympus SP-800 UZ vs Panasonic FH25

On this page, we are reviewing the Olympus SP-800 UZ and Panasonic FH25, former is a Small Sensor Superzoom while the other is a Small Sensor Compact by brands Olympus and Panasonic. The sensor resolution of the SP-800 UZ (14MP) and the FH25 (16MP) is fairly close and both cameras boast the same sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The SP-800 UZ was unveiled 11 months before the FH25 which means that they are of a similar age. Both of these cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before diving straight to a step-by-step comparison, here is a short introduction of how the SP-800 UZ grades vs the FH25 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Below is a sample of the gallery pictures for Olympus SP-800 UZ & Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH25. The full galleries are provided at Olympus SP-800 UZ Gallery & Panasonic FH25 Gallery.

In case you're looking to carry around your camera frequently, you'll need to take into account its weight and dimensions. The Olympus SP-800 UZ offers exterior measurements of 110mm x 90mm x 91mm (4.3" x 3.5" x 3.6") having a weight of 455 grams (1.00 lbs) and the Panasonic FH25 has dimensions of 99mm x 57mm x 28mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 1.1") with a weight of 159 grams (0.35 lbs).

Analyze the Olympus SP-800 UZ and Panasonic FH25 in our completely new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Always remember, the weight of an ILC will change depending on the lens you have chosen at that moment. Here is a front view measurements comparison of the SP-800 UZ and the FH25.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the SP-800 UZ and FH25 is 69 and 94 respectively.

Typically, it is very hard to imagine the gap in sensor sizes only by researching specs. The picture here should provide you a much better sense of the sensor sizing in the SP-800 UZ and FH25.

As you can plainly see, each of these cameras have the same sensor dimensions but different resolution. You can anticipate the Panasonic FH25 to result in greater detail having an extra 2 Megapixels. Greater resolution will help you crop photos a bit more aggressively. The more aged SP-800 UZ will be disadvantaged in sensor technology.