Olympus SP-800 UZ vs Panasonic ZS40

Here, we will be evaluating the Olympus SP-800 UZ versus Panasonic ZS40, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras by competitors Olympus and Panasonic. There is a big difference between the image resolutions of the SP-800 UZ (14MP) and ZS40 (18MP) but both cameras offer the identical sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The SP-800 UZ was introduced 4 years earlier than the ZS40 and that is quite a big gap as far as tech is concerned. Each of these cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before delving straight to a more detailed comparison, here is a simple synopsis of how the SP-800 UZ scores against the ZS40 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Below is a preview of the gallery images for Olympus SP-800 UZ and Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS40. The whole galleries are viewable at Olympus SP-800 UZ Gallery and Panasonic ZS40 Gallery.

If you're intending to lug around your camera often, you will have to take into account its weight and measurements. The Olympus SP-800 UZ has got physical dimensions of 110mm x 90mm x 91mm (4.3" x 3.5" x 3.6") accompanied by a weight of 455 grams (1.00 lbs) whilst the Panasonic ZS40 has proportions of 111mm x 64mm x 34mm (4.4" x 2.5" x 1.3") along with a weight of 240 grams (0.53 lbs).

Contrast the Olympus SP-800 UZ versus Panasonic ZS40 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you select during that time. Here is a front view physical size comparison of the SP-800 UZ versus the ZS40.

Using size and weight, the portability grade of the SP-800 UZ and ZS40 is 69 and 90 respectively.

Oftentimes, it's tough to visualize the difference between sensor measurements only by reading a spec sheet. The photograph underneath might offer you a stronger sense of the sensor dimensions in the SP-800 UZ and ZS40.

Clearly, both of those cameras come with the identical sensor size albeit different resolution. You should expect the Panasonic ZS40 to offer more detail using its extra 4 Megapixels. Higher resolution will let you crop pictures a good deal more aggressively. The older SP-800 UZ is going to be disadvantaged with regard to sensor tech.