Olympus SP-800 UZ vs Panasonic FP2

Here, we will be matching up the Olympus SP-800 UZ versus Panasonic FP2, former being a Small Sensor Superzoom while the latter is a Ultracompact by manufacturers Olympus and Panasonic. The sensor resolution of the SP-800 UZ (14MP) and the FP2 (14MP) is relatively similar and both cameras provide the identical sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The SP-800 UZ was introduced very close to the FP2 and they are both of a similar age. The two cameras feature different body design with the Olympus SP-800 UZ being a Compact camera and the Panasonic FP2 being a Ultracompact camera.

Before delving right into a full comparison, here is a simple view of how the SP-800 UZ scores vs the FP2 for portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Here is a preview of the gallery photos for Olympus SP-800 UZ & Panasonic Lumix DMC-FP2. The whole galleries are provided at Olympus SP-800 UZ Gallery & Panasonic FP2 Gallery.

In case you're looking to carry your camera frequently, you should take into account its weight and volume. The Olympus SP-800 UZ features physical measurements of 110mm x 90mm x 91mm (4.3" x 3.5" x 3.6") along with a weight of 455 grams (1.00 lbs) while the Panasonic FP2 has sizing of 99mm x 59mm x 19mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.7") accompanied by a weight of 151 grams (0.33 lbs).

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Don't forget, the weight of an ILC will change based on the lens you are utilizing at that moment. Below is a front view sizing comparison of the SP-800 UZ compared to the FP2.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the SP-800 UZ and FP2 is 69 and 95 respectively.

More often than not, it is very difficult to visualize the contrast between sensor sizing simply by reading specs. The photograph underneath should provide you a much better sense of the sensor sizing in the SP-800 UZ and FP2.

All in all, both of the cameras come with the identical sensor size and the same resolution and you can expect similar quality of photos but you should factor the launch date of the products into consideration.