Olympus SP-800 UZ vs Panasonic FP5
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![Olympus SP-800 UZ front Olympus SP-800 UZ front](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/cameras/gallery/medium/Olympus-SP-800-UZ/Olympus-SP-800-UZ-front.jpg)
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Olympus SP-800 UZ vs Panasonic FP5 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 64 - 3200 (Push to 1000)
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 28-840mm (F2.8-5.6) lens
- 455g - 110 x 90 x 91mm
- Announced February 2010
- Later Model is Olympus SP-810 UZ
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 35-140mm (F3.5-5.9) lens
- 141g - 101 x 59 x 18mm
- Released January 2011
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Olympus SP-800 UZ vs Panasonic FP5 Overview
The following is a thorough assessment of the Olympus SP-800 UZ vs Panasonic FP5, former is a Small Sensor Superzoom while the other is a Ultracompact by brands Olympus and Panasonic. The resolution of the SP-800 UZ (14MP) and the FP5 (14MP) is very similar and both cameras offer the same sensor sizing (1/2.3").
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The SP-800 UZ was released 11 months before the FP5 which means that they are of a similar age. The two cameras have different body design with the Olympus SP-800 UZ being a Compact camera and the Panasonic FP5 being a Ultracompact camera.
Before delving straight to a in-depth comparison, here is a short highlight of how the SP-800 UZ grades versus the FP5 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.
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Olympus SP-800 UZ vs Panasonic FP5 Gallery
The following is a sample of the gallery pics for Olympus SP-800 UZ & Panasonic Lumix DMC-FP5. The complete galleries are available at Olympus SP-800 UZ Gallery & Panasonic FP5 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Olympus SP-800 UZ over the Panasonic FP5
SP-800 UZ | FP5 |
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Reasons to pick Panasonic FP5 over the Olympus SP-800 UZ
FP5 | SP-800 UZ | |||
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Released | January 2011 | ![]() | February 2010 | Newer by 11 months |
Touch display | ![]() | Easily navigate |
Common features in the Olympus SP-800 UZ and Panasonic FP5
SP-800 UZ | FP5 | |||
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Manually focus | ![]() | Lack of manual focus | ||
Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Display dimensions | 3" | ![]() | 3" | Equal display measurement |
Display resolution | 230k | ![]() | 230k | Same display resolution |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither contains selfie screen |
Olympus SP-800 UZ vs Panasonic FP5 Physical Comparison
When you are intending to travel with your camera regularly, you are going to need to consider its weight and proportions. The Olympus SP-800 UZ has got 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 Panasonic FP5 has measurements of 101mm x 59mm x 18mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 0.7") accompanied by a weight of 141 grams (0.31 lbs).
Compare the Olympus SP-800 UZ vs Panasonic FP5 in our completely new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.![Camera Size Comparison with Lenses Camera Size Comparison with Lenses](https://pxlmag.com/db/assets/camera-size-comparison-animation.gif)
Remember, the weight of an ILC will differ based on the lens you are utilising at the time. Underneath is a front view overall size comparison of the SP-800 UZ versus the FP5.
![Olympus SP-800 UZ vs Panasonic FP5 size comparison Olympus SP-800 UZ vs Panasonic FP5 size comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Olympus-SP-800-UZ-vs-Panasonic-Lumix-DMC-FP5-size-comparison.jpg)
Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability rating of the SP-800 UZ and FP5 is 69 and 95 respectively.
![Olympus SP-800 UZ vs Panasonic FP5 top view buttons comparison Olympus SP-800 UZ vs Panasonic FP5 top view buttons comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Olympus-SP-800-UZ-vs-Panasonic-Lumix-DMC-FP5-top-view-buttons-comparison.jpg)
Olympus SP-800 UZ vs Panasonic FP5 Sensor Comparison
In many cases, it is very tough to envision the gap between sensor dimensions just by reading technical specs. The pic underneath should give you a clearer sense of the sensor sizes in the SP-800 UZ and FP5.
As you can tell, both of these cameras provide the same sensor dimensions and the same exact MP therefore you can expect similar quality of photographs though you may want to consider the age of the products into consideration. The more aged SP-800 UZ is going to be behind in sensor tech.
![Olympus SP-800 UZ vs Panasonic FP5 sensor size comparison Olympus SP-800 UZ vs Panasonic FP5 sensor size comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/sensor-compare/Olympus-SP-800-UZ-vs-Panasonic-Lumix-DMC-FP5-sensor-size-comparison.png)
Olympus SP-800 UZ vs Panasonic FP5 Screen and ViewFinder
![Olympus SP-800 UZ vs Panasonic FP5 Screen and Viewfinder comparison Olympus SP-800 UZ vs Panasonic FP5 Screen and Viewfinder comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Olympus-SP-800-UZ-vs-Panasonic-Lumix-DMC-FP5-screen-back-comparison.jpg)
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Photography Type Scores
Portrait Comparison
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Street Comparison
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Sports Comparison
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Travel Comparison
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Landscape Comparison
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Vlogging Comparison
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Olympus SP-800 UZ vs Panasonic FP5 Specifications
Olympus SP-800 UZ | Panasonic Lumix DMC-FP5 | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | Olympus | Panasonic |
Model | Olympus SP-800 UZ | Panasonic Lumix DMC-FP5 |
Class | Small Sensor Superzoom | Ultracompact |
Announced | 2010-02-02 | 2011-01-05 |
Physical type | Compact | Ultracompact |
Sensor Information | ||
Powered by | TruePic III | Venus Engine IV |
Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.08 x 4.56mm |
Sensor area | 28.1mm² | 27.7mm² |
Sensor resolution | 14 megapixels | 14 megapixels |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | - | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Maximum resolution | 4288 x 3216 | 4320 x 3240 |
Maximum native ISO | 3200 | 6400 |
Maximum boosted ISO | 1000 | - |
Min native ISO | 64 | 100 |
RAW data | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Touch to focus | ||
AF continuous | ||
AF single | ||
AF tracking | ||
Selective AF | ||
AF center weighted | ||
Multi area AF | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detect focusing | ||
Contract detect focusing | ||
Phase detect focusing | ||
Number of focus points | 143 | 11 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 28-840mm (30.0x) | 35-140mm (4.0x) |
Maximal aperture | f/2.8-5.6 | f/3.5-5.9 |
Macro focus distance | 1cm | 10cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display sizing | 3 inches | 3 inches |
Resolution of display | 230k dots | 230k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch friendly | ||
Display technology | - | TFT Touch Screen LCD |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 12 secs | 60 secs |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/2000 secs | 1/1600 secs |
Continuous shooting rate | 10.0 frames per sec | 6.0 frames per sec |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual mode | ||
Set WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash range | 3.10 m | 4.90 m |
Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye reduction |
External flash | ||
AE bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) |
Maximum video resolution | 1280x720 | 1280x720 |
Video format | H.264 | Motion JPEG |
Mic support | ||
Headphone support | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 455 gr (1.00 lb) | 141 gr (0.31 lb) |
Physical dimensions | 110 x 90 x 91mm (4.3" x 3.5" x 3.6") | 101 x 59 x 18mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 0.7") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light score | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | - | 260 photographs |
Battery style | - | Battery Pack |
Battery model | Li-50B | - |
Self timer | Yes (12 or 2 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC, Internal | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal |
Card slots | One | One |
Retail price | $270 | $199 |