Olympus SP-800 UZ vs Panasonic FS15

On this page, we will be looking at the Olympus SP-800 UZ versus Panasonic FS15, former being a Small Sensor Superzoom while the latter is a Ultracompact by companies Olympus and Panasonic. The resolution of the SP-800 UZ (14MP) and the FS15 (12MP) is relatively well matched and both cameras boast the same sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The SP-800 UZ was released 13 months later than the FS15 which makes them a generation apart from each other. Both of the cameras have different body design with the Olympus SP-800 UZ being a Compact camera and the Panasonic FS15 being a Ultracompact camera.

Before diving into a full comparison, here is a quick highlight of how the SP-800 UZ grades versus the FS15 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

The following is a preview of the gallery photos for Olympus SP-800 UZ & Panasonic Lumix DMC-FS15. The complete galleries are available at Olympus SP-800 UZ Gallery & Panasonic FS15 Gallery.

When you are looking to lug around your camera regularly, you will have to consider its weight and size. The Olympus SP-800 UZ enjoys physical dimensions of 110mm x 90mm x 91mm (4.3" x 3.5" x 3.6") with a weight of 455 grams (1.00 lbs) whilst the Panasonic FS15 has specifications of 97mm x 54mm x 22mm (3.8" x 2.1" x 0.9") and a weight of 136 grams (0.30 lbs).

Analyze the Olympus SP-800 UZ versus Panasonic FS15 in our brand new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Always remember, the weight of an ILC will vary based on the lens you have during that time. Here is a front view proportions comparison of the SP-800 UZ compared to the FS15.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability grade of the SP-800 UZ and FS15 is 69 and 95 respectively.

Oftentimes, it can be tough to envision the contrast between sensor measurements simply by reading through specifications. The graphic underneath should offer you a stronger sense of the sensor dimensions in the SP-800 UZ and FS15.

To sum up, the 2 cameras provide the same sensor dimensions albeit not the same megapixels. You can count on the Olympus SP-800 UZ to give extra detail as a result of its extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also let you crop pictures more aggressively. The more recent SP-800 UZ is going to have an advantage with regard to sensor innovation.