Olympus SP-800 UZ vs Panasonic ZS3
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Olympus SP-800 UZ vs Panasonic ZS3 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 64 - 3200 (Increase to 1000)
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 28-840mm (F2.8-5.6) lens
- 455g - 110 x 90 x 91mm
- Released February 2010
- Later Model is Olympus SP-810 UZ
(Full Review)
- 10MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 25-300mm (F3.3-4.9) lens
- 229g - 103 x 60 x 33mm
- Revealed May 2009
- Alternative Name is Lumix DMC-TZ7
Olympus SP-800 UZ vs Panasonic ZS3 Overview
Below is a thorough analysis of the Olympus SP-800 UZ vs Panasonic ZS3, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras by manufacturers Olympus and Panasonic. There is a substantial difference between the image resolutions of the SP-800 UZ (14MP) and ZS3 (10MP) but both cameras provide the identical sensor sizes (1/2.3").
Photobucket discusses licensing 13 billion images with AI firmsThe SP-800 UZ was brought out 9 months later than the ZS3 so they are both of a similar age. Both the cameras feature the same body design (Compact).
Before we go straight to a thorough comparison, here is a concise summation of how the SP-800 UZ matches up vs the ZS3 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.
Olympus SP-800 UZ vs Panasonic ZS3 Gallery
Below is a preview of the gallery photos for Olympus SP-800 UZ & Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS3. The entire galleries are available at Olympus SP-800 UZ Gallery & Panasonic ZS3 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Olympus SP-800 UZ over the Panasonic ZS3
SP-800 UZ | ZS3 | |||
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Revealed | February 2010 | May 2009 | More recent by 9 months |
Reasons to pick Panasonic ZS3 over the Olympus SP-800 UZ
ZS3 | SP-800 UZ | |||
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Screen resolution | 460k | 230k | Sharper screen (+230k dot) |
Common features in the Olympus SP-800 UZ and Panasonic ZS3
SP-800 UZ | ZS3 | |||
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Manual focus | Lack of manual focusing | |||
Screen type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed screen | |
Screen size | 3" | 3" | Same screen dimensions | |
Selfie screen | Missing selfie screen | |||
Touch friendly screen | Neither offers Touch friendly screen |
Olympus SP-800 UZ vs Panasonic ZS3 Physical Comparison
If you are going to lug around your camera regularly, you need to think about its weight and proportions. The Olympus SP-800 UZ offers exterior measurements 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 ZS3 has measurements of 103mm x 60mm x 33mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.3") along with a weight of 229 grams (0.50 lbs).
Take a look at the Olympus SP-800 UZ vs Panasonic ZS3 in our brand new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.Do not forget, the weight of an ILC will change based on the lens you are using at the time. The following is a front view measurements comparison of the SP-800 UZ compared to the ZS3.
Considering size and weight, the portability score of the SP-800 UZ and ZS3 is 69 and 91 respectively.
Olympus SP-800 UZ vs Panasonic ZS3 Sensor Comparison
Usually, it is hard to see the contrast between sensor measurements simply by going over specs. The visual below might provide you a greater sense of the sensor measurements in the SP-800 UZ and ZS3.
All in all, the 2 cameras come with the identical sensor size albeit not the same MP. You can count on the Olympus SP-800 UZ to deliver extra detail having its extra 4 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also make it easier to crop pictures a good deal more aggressively. The fresher SP-800 UZ is going to have a benefit with regard to sensor technology.
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Olympus SP-800 UZ vs Panasonic ZS3 Specifications
Olympus SP-800 UZ | Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS3 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | Olympus | Panasonic |
Model type | Olympus SP-800 UZ | Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS3 |
Otherwise known as | - | Lumix DMC-TZ7 |
Category | Small Sensor Superzoom | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Released | 2010-02-02 | 2009-05-14 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor | 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 | 10MP |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | - | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Maximum resolution | 4288 x 3216 | 3648 x 2736 |
Maximum native ISO | 3200 | 6400 |
Maximum boosted ISO | 1000 | - |
Min native ISO | 64 | 80 |
RAW format | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detection autofocus | ||
Contract detection autofocus | ||
Phase detection autofocus | ||
Total focus points | 143 | 11 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 28-840mm (30.0x) | 25-300mm (12.0x) |
Largest aperture | f/2.8-5.6 | f/3.3-4.9 |
Macro focusing distance | 1cm | 3cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen size | 3" | 3" |
Resolution of screen | 230 thousand dot | 460 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch screen | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 12 seconds | 60 seconds |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/2000 seconds | 1/2000 seconds |
Continuous shooting speed | 10.0 frames per sec | 2.0 frames per sec |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual exposure | ||
Custom white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash distance | 3.10 m | 5.30 m (Auto ISO) |
Flash options | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye reduction, Slow Sync |
Hot shoe | ||
AEB | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 848 x 480 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) |
Maximum video resolution | 1280x720 | 1280x720 |
Video format | H.264 | AVCHD Lite |
Mic jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental seal | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 455 grams (1.00 lb) | 229 grams (0.50 lb) |
Physical dimensions | 110 x 90 x 91mm (4.3" x 3.5" x 3.6") | 103 x 60 x 33mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.3") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light rating | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery ID | Li-50B | - |
Self timer | Yes (12 or 2 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC, Internal | SD/MMC/SDHC card, Internal |
Storage slots | Single | Single |
Cost at launch | $270 | $200 |