Olympus SP-800 UZ vs Panasonic FX78
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Olympus SP-800 UZ vs Panasonic FX78 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 64 - 3200 (Boost to 1000)
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 28-840mm (F2.8-5.6) lens
- 455g - 110 x 90 x 91mm
- Launched February 2010
- Updated by Olympus SP-810 UZ
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3.5" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 24-120mm (F2.5-5.9) lens
- 142g - 100 x 55 x 21mm
- Revealed January 2011
- Also referred to as Lumix DMC-FX77
Olympus SP-800 UZ vs Panasonic FX78 Overview
Here, we will be matching up the Olympus SP-800 UZ versus Panasonic FX78, one is a Small Sensor Superzoom and the latter is a Small Sensor Compact by competitors Olympus and Panasonic. The sensor resolution of the SP-800 UZ (14MP) and the FX78 (12MP) is relatively well matched and both cameras boast the identical sensor measurements (1/2.3").
Japan-exclusive Leica Leitz Phone 3 features big sensor and new modesThe SP-800 UZ was brought out 11 months prior to the FX78 and they are of a similar generation. The two cameras feature the same body design (Compact).
Before we go into a detailed comparison, here is a concise view of how the SP-800 UZ grades against the FX78 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.
Olympus SP-800 UZ vs Panasonic FX78 Gallery
Below is a preview of the gallery photos for Olympus SP-800 UZ and Panasonic Lumix DMC-FX78. The entire galleries are available at Olympus SP-800 UZ Gallery and Panasonic FX78 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Olympus SP-800 UZ over the Panasonic FX78
SP-800 UZ | FX78 |
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Reasons to pick Panasonic FX78 over the Olympus SP-800 UZ
FX78 | SP-800 UZ | |||
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Revealed | January 2011 | February 2010 | Newer by 11 months | |
Screen size | 3.5" | 3" | Bigger screen (+0.5") | |
Touch screen | Quickly navigate |
Common features in the Olympus SP-800 UZ and Panasonic FX78
SP-800 UZ | FX78 | |||
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Manually focus | Lack of manual focus | |||
Screen type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed screen | |
Screen resolution | 230k | 230k | Equal screen resolution | |
Selfie screen | Neither has selfie screen |
Olympus SP-800 UZ vs Panasonic FX78 Physical Comparison
In case you're looking to travel with your camera often, you should think about its weight and size. The Olympus SP-800 UZ has external measurements of 110mm x 90mm x 91mm (4.3" x 3.5" x 3.6") with a weight of 455 grams (1.00 lbs) while the Panasonic FX78 has specifications of 100mm x 55mm x 21mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 0.8") along with a weight of 142 grams (0.31 lbs).
Take a look at the Olympus SP-800 UZ versus Panasonic FX78 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you have attached during that time. Following is a front view scale comparison of the SP-800 UZ compared to the FX78.
Looking at size and weight, the portability score of the SP-800 UZ and FX78 is 69 and 95 respectively.
Olympus SP-800 UZ vs Panasonic FX78 Sensor Comparison
Oftentimes, it is hard to picture the difference between sensor dimensions only by checking specifications. The picture underneath will help offer you a better sense of the sensor sizing in the SP-800 UZ and FX78.
To sum up, both of those cameras come with the identical sensor size albeit different MP. You should count on the Olympus SP-800 UZ to resolve more detail having its extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also make it easier to crop photographs a good deal more aggressively. The more aged SP-800 UZ is going to be behind with regard to sensor technology.
Olympus SP-800 UZ vs Panasonic FX78 Screen and ViewFinder
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Olympus SP-800 UZ vs Panasonic FX78 Specifications
Olympus SP-800 UZ | Panasonic Lumix DMC-FX78 | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | Olympus | Panasonic |
Model type | Olympus SP-800 UZ | Panasonic Lumix DMC-FX78 |
Alternative name | - | Lumix DMC-FX77 |
Class | Small Sensor Superzoom | Small Sensor Compact |
Launched | 2010-02-02 | 2011-01-25 |
Physical type | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor Chip | TruePic III | Venus Engine FHD |
Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.08 x 4.56mm |
Sensor surface area | 28.1mm² | 27.7mm² |
Sensor resolution | 14MP | 12MP |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | - | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Highest Possible resolution | 4288 x 3216 | 4000 x 3000 |
Maximum native ISO | 3200 | 6400 |
Maximum enhanced ISO | 1000 | - |
Minimum native ISO | 64 | 100 |
RAW data | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
Touch to focus | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detection focus | ||
Contract detection focus | ||
Phase detection focus | ||
Total focus points | 143 | 11 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 28-840mm (30.0x) | 24-120mm (5.0x) |
Highest aperture | f/2.8-5.6 | f/2.5-5.9 |
Macro focusing distance | 1cm | 5cm |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen size | 3 inch | 3.5 inch |
Resolution of screen | 230k dots | 230k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch screen | ||
Screen tech | - | TFT LCD |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 12s | 60s |
Max shutter speed | 1/2000s | 1/1400s |
Continuous shutter rate | 10.0 frames/s | 4.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Custom white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash distance | 3.10 m | 5.60 m |
Flash options | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Syncro |
External flash | ||
AEB | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) | 1920 x 1080 (60 fps), 1280 x 720 (60, 30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) |
Maximum video resolution | 1280x720 | 1920x1080 |
Video format | H.264 | MPEG-4, AVCHD |
Microphone 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 | ||
Environment sealing | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 455 grams (1.00 lbs) | 142 grams (0.31 lbs) |
Physical dimensions | 110 x 90 x 91mm (4.3" x 3.5" x 3.6") | 100 x 55 x 21mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 0.8") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light rating | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | - | 200 shots |
Form of battery | - | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | Li-50B | - |
Self timer | Yes (12 or 2 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Storage type | SD/SDHC, Internal | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal |
Card slots | Single | Single |
Launch pricing | $270 | $210 |