Olympus SP-800 UZ vs Panasonic ZR3

Below is a extensive overview of the Olympus SP-800 UZ versus Panasonic ZR3, one being a Small Sensor Superzoom and the latter is a Small Sensor Compact by competitors Olympus and Panasonic. The image resolution of the SP-800 UZ (14MP) and the ZR3 (14MP) is relatively comparable and they come with the same exact sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The SP-800 UZ was launched at a similar time to the ZR3 which means that they are both of a similar generation. Both of these cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before diving through a complete comparison, below is a brief summary of how the SP-800 UZ grades against the ZR3 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

The following is a preview of the gallery photos for Olympus SP-800 UZ and Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZR3. The complete galleries are available at Olympus SP-800 UZ Gallery and Panasonic ZR3 Gallery.

For anybody who is aiming to lug around your camera, you will want to factor in its weight and proportions. The Olympus SP-800 UZ comes with external dimensions of 110mm x 90mm x 91mm (4.3" x 3.5" x 3.6") having a weight of 455 grams (1.00 lbs) and the Panasonic ZR3 has measurements of 98mm x 55mm x 26mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 1.0") having a weight of 159 grams (0.35 lbs).

See the Olympus SP-800 UZ versus Panasonic ZR3 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you are working with at the time. Underneath is the front view sizing comparison of the SP-800 UZ vs the ZR3.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability grade of the SP-800 UZ and ZR3 is 69 and 94 respectively.

Oftentimes, it can be difficult to visualize the difference in sensor measurements only by seeing a spec sheet. The visual below should offer you a more clear sense of the sensor sizes in the SP-800 UZ and ZR3.

Clearly, both the cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing and the exact same MP therefore you should expect comparable quality of photos though you should really take the production date of the cameras into account.