Olympus SP-800 UZ vs Panasonic TS20
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Olympus SP-800 UZ vs Panasonic TS20 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 64 - 3200 (Push to 1000)
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 28-840mm (F2.8-5.6) lens
- 455g - 110 x 90 x 91mm
- Revealed February 2010
- New Model is Olympus SP-810 UZ
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 25-100mm (F3.9-5.7) lens
- 142g - 101 x 58 x 19mm
- Launched January 2012
- Additionally referred to as Lumix DMC-FT20

Olympus SP-800 UZ vs Panasonic TS20 Overview
Below, we are comparing the Olympus SP-800 UZ vs Panasonic TS20, one is a Small Sensor Superzoom and the other is a Waterproof by rivals Olympus and Panasonic. The image resolution of the SP-800 UZ (14MP) and the TS20 (16MP) is very comparable and they use the exact same sensor sizing (1/2.3").

The SP-800 UZ was revealed 24 months earlier than the TS20 making the cameras a generation away from each other. Both of these cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).
Before diving through a step-by-step comparison, below is a simple introduction of how the SP-800 UZ matches up versus the TS20 for portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Olympus SP-800 UZ vs Panasonic TS20 Gallery
The following is a sample of the gallery pics for Olympus SP-800 UZ and Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS20. The full galleries are viewable at Olympus SP-800 UZ Gallery and Panasonic TS20 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Olympus SP-800 UZ over the Panasonic TS20
SP-800 UZ | TS20 | |||
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Display dimension | 3" | ![]() | 2.7" | Larger display (+0.3") |
Reasons to pick Panasonic TS20 over the Olympus SP-800 UZ
TS20 | SP-800 UZ | |||
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Launched | January 2012 | ![]() | February 2010 | More modern by 24 months |
Common features in the Olympus SP-800 UZ and Panasonic TS20
SP-800 UZ | TS20 | |||
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Manual focus | ![]() | No manual focus | ||
Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Display resolution | 230k | ![]() | 230k | Same display resolution |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Missing selfie screen | ||
Touch display | ![]() | Missing Touch display |
Olympus SP-800 UZ vs Panasonic TS20 Physical Comparison
If you are aiming to carry around your camera regularly, you'll have to factor in its weight and volume. The Olympus SP-800 UZ has physical dimensions of 110mm x 90mm x 91mm (4.3" x 3.5" x 3.6") along with a weight of 455 grams (1.00 lbs) and the Panasonic TS20 has sizing of 101mm x 58mm x 19mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 0.7") along with a weight of 142 grams (0.31 lbs).
Examine the Olympus SP-800 UZ vs Panasonic TS20 in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you use at that moment. Underneath is the front view sizing comparison of the SP-800 UZ compared to the TS20.

Considering size and weight, the portability grade of the SP-800 UZ and TS20 is 69 and 95 respectively.

Olympus SP-800 UZ vs Panasonic TS20 Sensor Comparison
Often, it is difficult to picture the difference in sensor sizes just by going through technical specs. The image below will help offer you a stronger sense of the sensor dimensions in the SP-800 UZ and TS20.
As you have seen, both of these cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements but different MP. You should expect to see the Panasonic TS20 to show extra detail because of its extra 2MP. Greater resolution can also help you crop pics much more aggressively. The more aged SP-800 UZ will be disadvantaged with regard to sensor innovation.

Olympus SP-800 UZ vs Panasonic TS20 Screen and ViewFinder


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Olympus SP-800 UZ vs Panasonic TS20 Specifications
Olympus SP-800 UZ | Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS20 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | Olympus | Panasonic |
Model | Olympus SP-800 UZ | Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS20 |
Also Known as | - | Lumix DMC-FT20 |
Class | Small Sensor Superzoom | Waterproof |
Revealed | 2010-02-02 | 2012-01-31 |
Physical type | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor Chip | TruePic III | - |
Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.08 x 4.56mm |
Sensor surface area | 28.1mm² | 27.7mm² |
Sensor resolution | 14MP | 16MP |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | - | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Peak resolution | 4288 x 3216 | 4608 x 3456 |
Highest native ISO | 3200 | 6400 |
Highest enhanced ISO | 1000 | - |
Min native ISO | 64 | 100 |
RAW photos | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch focus | ||
AF continuous | ||
Single AF | ||
Tracking AF | ||
AF selectice | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
Multi area AF | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detection focusing | ||
Contract detection focusing | ||
Phase detection focusing | ||
Number of focus points | 143 | 23 |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 28-840mm (30.0x) | 25-100mm (4.0x) |
Largest aperture | f/2.8-5.6 | f/3.9-5.7 |
Macro focus distance | 1cm | 5cm |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen size | 3 inch | 2.7 inch |
Screen resolution | 230 thousand dots | 230 thousand dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch capability | ||
Screen technology | - | TFT LCD |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 12 secs | 8 secs |
Max shutter speed | 1/2000 secs | 1/1300 secs |
Continuous shutter rate | 10.0fps | 1.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Set WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash range | 3.10 m | 4.40 m |
Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Syncro |
External flash | ||
AEB | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) |
Highest video resolution | 1280x720 | 1280x720 |
Video data format | H.264 | MPEG-4 |
Mic port | ||
Headphone port | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environment sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 455 gr (1.00 lb) | 142 gr (0.31 lb) |
Dimensions | 110 x 90 x 91mm (4.3" x 3.5" x 3.6") | 101 x 58 x 19mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 0.7") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light score | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | - | 250 shots |
Battery type | - | Battery Pack |
Battery model | Li-50B | - |
Self timer | Yes (12 or 2 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC, Internal | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal |
Card slots | One | One |
Launch pricing | $270 | $179 |