Olympus SP-800 UZ vs Panasonic SZ5

Here, we are matching up the Olympus SP-800 UZ and Panasonic SZ5, one is a Small Sensor Superzoom and the other is a Small Sensor Compact by manufacturers Olympus and Panasonic. The image resolution of the SP-800 UZ (14MP) and the SZ5 (14MP) is very close and both cameras provide the identical sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The SP-800 UZ was launched 3 years before the SZ5 which is a fairly significant gap as far as camera tech is concerned. The two cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before diving straight to a detailed comparison, here is a simple synopsis of how the SP-800 UZ scores against the SZ5 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

This is a sample of the gallery pics for Olympus SP-800 UZ and Panasonic Lumix DMC-SZ5. The complete galleries are provided at Olympus SP-800 UZ Gallery and Panasonic SZ5 Gallery.

If you're aiming to travel with your camera frequently, you will have to take into account its weight and dimensions. The Olympus SP-800 UZ features outer dimensions of 110mm x 90mm x 91mm (4.3" x 3.5" x 3.6") and a weight of 455 grams (1.00 lbs) while the Panasonic SZ5 has dimensions of 104mm x 58mm x 21mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 0.8") and a weight of 136 grams (0.30 lbs).

Analyze the Olympus SP-800 UZ and Panasonic SZ5 in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you have attached at that moment. Below is a front view size comparison of the SP-800 UZ versus the SZ5.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability rating of the SP-800 UZ and SZ5 is 69 and 95 respectively.

Often, it's hard to envision the gap in sensor dimensions simply by looking through a spec sheet. The pic underneath may provide you a far better sense of the sensor sizes in the SP-800 UZ and SZ5.

As you can see, both cameras feature the identical sensor size and the same exact megapixels and you should expect comparable quality of photographs though you would want to take the release date of the cameras into account. The more aged SP-800 UZ will be disadvantaged in sensor technology.