Olympus SP-800 UZ vs Panasonic FX90

Here, we are comparing the Olympus SP-800 UZ versus Panasonic FX90, former being a Small Sensor Superzoom while the other is a Small Sensor Compact by rivals Olympus and Panasonic. The resolution of the SP-800 UZ (14MP) and the FX90 (12MP) is fairly comparable and both cameras offer the identical sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The SP-800 UZ was revealed 19 months prior to the FX90 making them a generation apart from each other. The two cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before going straight to a detailed comparison, here is a concise view of how the SP-800 UZ grades vs the FX90 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Below is a sample of the gallery pictures for Olympus SP-800 UZ & Panasonic Lumix DMC-FX90. The full galleries are provided at Olympus SP-800 UZ Gallery & Panasonic FX90 Gallery.

If you're planning to carry your camera often, you'll have to factor in its weight and volume. 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) while the Panasonic FX90 has sizing of 102mm x 56mm x 22mm (4.0" x 2.2" x 0.9") with a weight of 149 grams (0.33 lbs).

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Don't forget, the weight of an ILC will change depending on the lens you choose at the time. The following is a front view size comparison of the SP-800 UZ and the FX90.

Using size and weight, the portability rating of the SP-800 UZ and FX90 is 69 and 95 respectively.

Often, it can be difficult to envision the contrast in sensor sizing just by checking out technical specs. The photograph here may provide you a clearer sense of the sensor sizes in the SP-800 UZ and FX90.

As you have seen, each of the cameras feature the identical sensor size but not the same MP. You can anticipate the Olympus SP-800 UZ to show extra detail because of its extra 2 Megapixels. Greater resolution can also enable you to crop pics way more aggressively. The older SP-800 UZ will be behind in sensor tech.