Olympus SP-800 UZ vs Panasonic FZ47

Below, we are looking at the Olympus SP-800 UZ versus Panasonic FZ47, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras by companies Olympus and Panasonic. The image resolution of the SP-800 UZ (14MP) and the FZ47 (12MP) is very comparable and they possess the exact same sensor size (1/2.3").

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The SP-800 UZ was released 17 months earlier than the FZ47 making the cameras a generation apart from one another. Both of the cameras come with different body type with the Olympus SP-800 UZ being a Compact camera and the Panasonic FZ47 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera.

Before delving straight into a complete comparison, below is a quick view of how the SP-800 UZ grades versus the FZ47 for portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

The following is a sample of the gallery pics for Olympus SP-800 UZ & Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ47. The complete galleries are provided at Olympus SP-800 UZ Gallery & Panasonic FZ47 Gallery.

When you are going to carry your camera regularly, you should factor its weight and size. The Olympus SP-800 UZ offers 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) and the Panasonic FZ47 has specifications of 120mm x 80mm x 92mm (4.7" x 3.1" x 3.6") along with a weight of 498 grams (1.10 lbs).

Take a look at the Olympus SP-800 UZ versus Panasonic FZ47 in our brand new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Always remember, the weight of an ILC will vary based on the lens you have attached at that moment. Below is the front view physical size comparison of the SP-800 UZ and the FZ47.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the SP-800 UZ and FZ47 is 69 and 68 respectively.

Typically, it is tough to visualize the difference in sensor sizing purely by checking out specifications. The visual here will offer you a much better sense of the sensor sizes in the SP-800 UZ and FZ47.

Plainly, both of the cameras posses the exact same sensor measurements but different megapixels. You can expect to see the Olympus SP-800 UZ to provide extra detail as a result of its extra 2MP. Greater resolution can also allow you to crop photos somewhat more aggressively. The older SP-800 UZ will be behind with regard to sensor innovation.