Olympus SP-800 UZ vs Pentax K-30
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Olympus SP-800 UZ vs Pentax K-30 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- 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
- Launched February 2010
- Successor is Olympus SP-810 UZ
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- 16MP - APS-C Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 12800 (Raise to 25600)
- Sensor based Image Stabilization
- 1/6000s Max Shutter
- 1920 x 1080 video
- Pentax KAF2 Mount
- 650g - 130 x 97 x 71mm
- Revealed October 2012
- New Model is Pentax K-50
Olympus SP-800 UZ vs Pentax K-30 Overview
On this page, we will be evaluating the Olympus SP-800 UZ versus Pentax K-30, one is a Small Sensor Superzoom and the latter is a Advanced DSLR by rivals Olympus and Pentax. The sensor resolution of the SP-800 UZ (14MP) and the K-30 (16MP) is pretty close but the SP-800 UZ (1/2.3") and K-30 (APS-C) boast different sensor sizes.
Samsung Releases Faster Versions of EVO MicroSD CardsThe SP-800 UZ was unveiled 3 years earlier than the K-30 which is a fairly significant gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Each of these cameras have different body design with the Olympus SP-800 UZ being a Compact camera and the Pentax K-30 being a Mid-size SLR camera.
Before we go into a full comparison, here is a simple summation of how the SP-800 UZ grades against the K-30 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.
Olympus SP-800 UZ vs Pentax K-30 Gallery
Following is a preview of the gallery images for Olympus SP-800 UZ and Pentax K-30. The full galleries are provided at Olympus SP-800 UZ Gallery and Pentax K-30 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Olympus SP-800 UZ over the Pentax K-30
SP-800 UZ | K-30 |
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Reasons to pick Pentax K-30 over the Olympus SP-800 UZ
K-30 | SP-800 UZ | |||
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Revealed | October 2012 | February 2010 | Newer by 33 months | |
Focus manually | More accurate focus | |||
Screen resolution | 921k | 230k | Clearer screen (+691k dot) |
Common features in the Olympus SP-800 UZ and Pentax K-30
SP-800 UZ | K-30 | |||
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Screen type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed screen | |
Screen dimensions | 3" | 3" | Equal screen dimensions | |
Selfie screen | Missing selfie screen | |||
Touch screen | Neither has Touch screen |
Olympus SP-800 UZ vs Pentax K-30 Physical Comparison
If you are intending to travel with your camera often, you will have to consider its weight and volume. The Olympus SP-800 UZ has external measurements of 110mm x 90mm x 91mm (4.3" x 3.5" x 3.6") and a weight of 455 grams (1.00 lbs) while the Pentax K-30 has sizing of 130mm x 97mm x 71mm (5.1" x 3.8" x 2.8") having a weight of 650 grams (1.43 lbs).
Look at the Olympus SP-800 UZ versus Pentax K-30 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you have attached at that time. Following is a front view dimensions comparison of the SP-800 UZ against the K-30.
Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the SP-800 UZ and K-30 is 69 and 63 respectively.
Olympus SP-800 UZ vs Pentax K-30 Sensor Comparison
Quite often, it can be tough to picture the contrast in sensor dimensions just by looking through specifications. The image below will help give you a stronger sense of the sensor measurements in the SP-800 UZ and K-30.
Plainly, the two cameras provide different megapixel count and different sensor dimensions. The SP-800 UZ having a smaller sensor is going to make achieving shallow DOF tougher and the Pentax K-30 will provide you with extra detail having an extra 2MP. Higher resolution will help you crop shots more aggressively. The more aged SP-800 UZ will be behind in sensor tech.
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Olympus SP-800 UZ vs Pentax K-30 Specifications
Olympus SP-800 UZ | Pentax K-30 | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | Olympus | Pentax |
Model type | Olympus SP-800 UZ | Pentax K-30 |
Category | Small Sensor Superzoom | Advanced DSLR |
Launched | 2010-02-02 | 2012-10-29 |
Body design | Compact | Mid-size SLR |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor | TruePic III | Prime M |
Sensor type | CCD | CMOS |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | APS-C |
Sensor measurements | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 23.7 x 15.7mm |
Sensor area | 28.1mm² | 372.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 14 megapixel | 16 megapixel |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | - | 3:2 |
Highest resolution | 4288 x 3216 | 4928 x 3264 |
Highest native ISO | 3200 | 12800 |
Highest boosted ISO | 1000 | 25600 |
Lowest native ISO | 64 | 100 |
RAW images | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
Touch focus | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detect autofocus | ||
Contract detect autofocus | ||
Phase detect autofocus | ||
Total focus points | 143 | 11 |
Cross type focus points | - | 9 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | fixed lens | Pentax KAF2 |
Lens zoom range | 28-840mm (30.0x) | - |
Max aperture | f/2.8-5.6 | - |
Macro focusing range | 1cm | - |
Available lenses | - | 151 |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 1.5 |
Screen | ||
Range of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display size | 3 inch | 3 inch |
Display resolution | 230k dot | 921k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch functionality | ||
Display tech | - | TFT LCD monitor with brightness/color adjustment and AR coating |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | Optical (pentaprism) |
Viewfinder coverage | - | 100 percent |
Viewfinder magnification | - | 0.61x |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 12s | 30s |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/2000s | 1/6000s |
Continuous shooting speed | 10.0 frames/s | 6.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Exposure compensation | - | Yes |
Change white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash distance | 3.10 m | 12.00 m (at ISO 100) |
Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye,Slow Sync, Slow Sync+ Redeye, Trailing Curtain Sync, Wireless |
External flash | ||
AE bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Maximum flash sync | - | 1/180s |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) | 1920 x 1080 (30,25,24 fps), 1280 x 720 (60,50,30,25,24 fps), 640 x 424 (30,25,24 fps) |
Highest video resolution | 1280x720 | 1920x1080 |
Video file format | H.264 | MPEG-4, H.264 |
Microphone 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 | Optional |
Physical | ||
Environment seal | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 455g (1.00 lb) | 650g (1.43 lb) |
Physical dimensions | 110 x 90 x 91mm (4.3" x 3.5" x 3.6") | 130 x 97 x 71mm (5.1" x 3.8" x 2.8") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around rating | not tested | 79 |
DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | 23.7 |
DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | 13.0 |
DXO Low light rating | not tested | 1129 |
Other | ||
Battery life | - | 410 images |
Form of battery | - | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | Li-50B | D-LI109,4 x AA |
Self timer | Yes (12 or 2 sec) | Yes ( 2 or 12 seconds) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Storage media | SD/SDHC, Internal | SD/SDHC/SDXC |
Storage slots | Single | Single |
Retail price | $270 | $525 |