Olympus SP-800 UZ vs Panasonic TS2

Below is a complete analysis of the Olympus SP-800 UZ vs Panasonic TS2, one being a Small Sensor Superzoom and the latter is a Waterproof by manufacturers Olympus and Panasonic. The sensor resolution of the SP-800 UZ (14MP) and the TS2 (14MP) is pretty close and both cameras offer the same sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The SP-800 UZ was launched within a month of the TS2 so they are both of a similar generation. The two cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before we go right into a thorough comparison, here is a brief synopsis of how the SP-800 UZ grades against the TS2 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Here is a preview of the gallery images for Olympus SP-800 UZ and Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS2. The complete galleries are provided at Olympus SP-800 UZ Gallery and Panasonic TS2 Gallery.

For those who are going to lug around your camera often, you're going to have to factor its weight and proportions. The Olympus SP-800 UZ comes with outer 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) while the Panasonic TS2 has measurements of 99mm x 63mm x 24mm (3.9" x 2.5" x 0.9") accompanied by a weight of 188 grams (0.41 lbs).

Contrast the Olympus SP-800 UZ vs Panasonic TS2 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you are employing at the time. Below is a front view sizing comparison of the SP-800 UZ against the TS2.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability score of the SP-800 UZ and TS2 is 69 and 93 respectively.

More often than not, it is tough to imagine the contrast in sensor measurements only by researching technical specs. The photograph below may offer you a clearer sense of the sensor sizing in the SP-800 UZ and TS2.

As you have seen, the two cameras have the same sensor dimensions and the same resolution so you should expect comparable quality of photographs though you have to take the production date of the cameras into account.