Olympus SP-800 UZ vs Panasonic FZ300

The following is a in-depth review of the Olympus SP-800 UZ vs Panasonic FZ300, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras by competitors Olympus and Panasonic. The image resolution of the SP-800 UZ (14MP) and the FZ300 (12MP) is relatively close and they use the exact same sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The SP-800 UZ was introduced 6 years prior to the FZ300 which is a fairly serious gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Both the cameras come with different body type with the Olympus SP-800 UZ being a Compact camera and the Panasonic FZ300 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera.

Before delving straight into a step-by-step comparison, below is a brief synopsis of how the SP-800 UZ scores vs the FZ300 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

The following is a preview of the gallery photos for Olympus SP-800 UZ and Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ300. The whole galleries are viewable at Olympus SP-800 UZ Gallery and Panasonic FZ300 Gallery.

When you are aiming to travel with your camera often, you need to factor its weight and size. The Olympus SP-800 UZ enjoys external measurements of 110mm x 90mm x 91mm (4.3" x 3.5" x 3.6") accompanied by a weight of 455 grams (1.00 lbs) and the Panasonic FZ300 has specifications of 132mm x 92mm x 117mm (5.2" x 3.6" x 4.6") having a weight of 691 grams (1.52 lbs).

Examine the Olympus SP-800 UZ vs Panasonic FZ300 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you have attached during that time. Underneath is the front view scale comparison of the SP-800 UZ compared to the FZ300.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability score of the SP-800 UZ and FZ300 is 69 and 59 respectively.

Normally, it can be difficult to see the contrast in sensor dimensions purely by looking through specifications. The image here will help provide you a much better sense of the sensor measurements in the SP-800 UZ and FZ300.

To sum up, each of these cameras posses the exact same sensor measurements albeit not the same MP. You should count on the Olympus SP-800 UZ to result in greater detail using its extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also make it easier to crop pictures somewhat more aggressively. The more aged SP-800 UZ will be behind in sensor innovation.