Olympus SP-800 UZ vs Panasonic FH6

The following is a in-depth analysis of the Olympus SP-800 UZ versus Panasonic FH6, one is a Small Sensor Superzoom and the latter is a Small Sensor Compact by manufacturers Olympus and Panasonic. The resolution of the SP-800 UZ (14MP) and the FH6 (14MP) is pretty similar and they enjoy the same exact sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The SP-800 UZ was brought out 23 months earlier than the FH6 which makes the cameras a generation away from one another. Each of these cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before going through a full comparison, below is a short introduction of how the SP-800 UZ matches up vs the FH6 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Here is a preview of the gallery images for Olympus SP-800 UZ and Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH6. The entire galleries are available at Olympus SP-800 UZ Gallery and Panasonic FH6 Gallery.

For those who are intending to travel with your camera frequently, you'll have to consider its weight and proportions. The Olympus SP-800 UZ has got outside measurements of 110mm x 90mm x 91mm (4.3" x 3.5" x 3.6") accompanied by a weight of 455 grams (1.00 lbs) whilst the Panasonic FH6 has measurements of 96mm x 56mm x 20mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 0.8") having a weight of 119 grams (0.26 lbs).

Compare the Olympus SP-800 UZ versus Panasonic FH6 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you are utilizing at the time. Below is the front view measurements comparison of the SP-800 UZ versus the FH6.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the SP-800 UZ and FH6 is 69 and 96 respectively.

Normally, its difficult to see the difference between sensor dimensions only by reviewing specs. The picture here will offer you a clearer sense of the sensor sizing in the SP-800 UZ and FH6.

As you can plainly see, the 2 cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing and the identical MP so you should expect similar quality of images however you might want to factor the production date of the products into consideration. The more aged SP-800 UZ is going to be disadvantaged in sensor tech.