Olympus SP-800 UZ vs Pentax K-5 II
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![Olympus SP-800 UZ front Olympus SP-800 UZ front](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/cameras/gallery/medium/Olympus-SP-800-UZ/Olympus-SP-800-UZ-front.jpg)
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Olympus SP-800 UZ vs Pentax K-5 II Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 64 - 3200 (Expand 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
- Updated by Olympus SP-810 UZ
(Full Review)
- 16MP - APS-C Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 12800 (Raise to 51200)
- Sensor based Image Stabilization
- 1/8000s Max Shutter
- 1920 x 1080 video
- Pentax KAF2 Mount
- 760g - 131 x 97 x 73mm
- Introduced June 2013
- Superseded the Pentax K-5
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Olympus SP-800 UZ vs Pentax K-5 II Overview
Following is a in-depth review of the Olympus SP-800 UZ vs Pentax K-5 II, one is a Small Sensor Superzoom and the other is a Advanced DSLR by companies Olympus and Pentax. The sensor resolution of the SP-800 UZ (14MP) and the K-5 II (16MP) is very close but the SP-800 UZ (1/2.3") and K-5 II (APS-C) have totally different sensor size.
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The SP-800 UZ was manufactured 4 years before the K-5 II which is a fairly significant gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Both of these cameras have different body design with the Olympus SP-800 UZ being a Compact camera and the Pentax K-5 II being a Mid-size SLR camera.
Before going straight to a step-by-step comparison, here is a simple overview of how the SP-800 UZ matches up versus the K-5 II in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall score.
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Olympus SP-800 UZ vs Pentax K-5 II Gallery
Following is a sample of the gallery pics for Olympus SP-800 UZ and Pentax K-5 II. The entire galleries are viewable at Olympus SP-800 UZ Gallery and Pentax K-5 II Gallery.
Reasons to pick Olympus SP-800 UZ over the Pentax K-5 II
SP-800 UZ | K-5 II |
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Reasons to pick Pentax K-5 II over the Olympus SP-800 UZ
K-5 II | SP-800 UZ | |||
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Introduced | June 2013 | ![]() | February 2010 | More modern by 40 months |
Manually focus | ![]() | Very accurate focusing | ||
Display resolution | 921k | ![]() | 230k | Clearer display (+691k dot) |
Common features in the Olympus SP-800 UZ and Pentax K-5 II
SP-800 UZ | K-5 II | |||
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Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Display dimensions | 3" | ![]() | 3" | Equal display size |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Missing selfie screen | ||
Touch friendly display | ![]() | Missing Touch friendly display |
Olympus SP-800 UZ vs Pentax K-5 II Physical Comparison
If you are aiming to carry around your camera, you will need to factor its weight and dimensions. The Olympus SP-800 UZ enjoys external 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 Pentax K-5 II has dimensions of 131mm x 97mm x 73mm (5.2" x 3.8" x 2.9") having a weight of 760 grams (1.68 lbs).
Take a look at the Olympus SP-800 UZ vs Pentax K-5 II in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.![Camera Size Comparison with Lenses Camera Size Comparison with Lenses](https://pxlmag.com/db/assets/camera-size-comparison-animation.gif)
Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you are employing at that time. Following is a front view sizing comparison of the SP-800 UZ compared to the K-5 II.
![Olympus SP-800 UZ vs Pentax K-5 II size comparison Olympus SP-800 UZ vs Pentax K-5 II size comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Olympus-SP-800-UZ-vs-Pentax-K-5-II-size-comparison.jpg)
Using dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the SP-800 UZ and K-5 II is 69 and 60 respectively.
![Olympus SP-800 UZ vs Pentax K-5 II top view buttons comparison Olympus SP-800 UZ vs Pentax K-5 II top view buttons comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Olympus-SP-800-UZ-vs-Pentax-K-5-II-top-view-buttons-comparison.jpg)
Olympus SP-800 UZ vs Pentax K-5 II Sensor Comparison
Sometimes, it is very tough to visualise the contrast in sensor sizes simply by looking through specs. The picture underneath should give you a more clear sense of the sensor sizes in the SP-800 UZ and K-5 II.
As you can plainly see, both of those cameras provide different resolutions and different sensor sizes. The SP-800 UZ featuring a smaller sensor will make achieving shallow depth of field trickier and the Pentax K-5 II will result in extra detail due to its extra 2MP. Greater resolution will also allow you to crop images more aggressively. The more aged SP-800 UZ will be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor technology.
![Olympus SP-800 UZ vs Pentax K-5 II sensor size comparison Olympus SP-800 UZ vs Pentax K-5 II sensor size comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/sensor-compare/Olympus-SP-800-UZ-vs-Pentax-K-5-II-sensor-size-comparison.png)
Olympus SP-800 UZ vs Pentax K-5 II Screen and ViewFinder
![Olympus SP-800 UZ vs Pentax K-5 II Screen and Viewfinder comparison Olympus SP-800 UZ vs Pentax K-5 II Screen and Viewfinder comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Olympus-SP-800-UZ-vs-Pentax-K-5-II-screen-back-comparison.jpg)
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Photography Type Scores
Portrait Comparison
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Street Comparison
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Sports Comparison
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Travel Comparison
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Landscape Comparison
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Vlogging Comparison
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Olympus SP-800 UZ vs Pentax K-5 II Specifications
Olympus SP-800 UZ | Pentax K-5 II | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | Olympus | Pentax |
Model type | Olympus SP-800 UZ | Pentax K-5 II |
Class | Small Sensor Superzoom | Advanced DSLR |
Released | 2010-02-02 | 2013-06-04 |
Body design | Compact | Mid-size SLR |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor | TruePic III | Prime II |
Sensor type | CCD | CMOS |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | APS-C |
Sensor dimensions | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 23.7 x 15.7mm |
Sensor surface area | 28.1mm² | 372.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 14 megapixel | 16 megapixel |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | - | 3:2 |
Maximum resolution | 4288 x 3216 | 4928 x 3264 |
Maximum native ISO | 3200 | 12800 |
Maximum boosted ISO | 1000 | 51200 |
Min native ISO | 64 | 100 |
RAW data | ||
Min boosted ISO | - | 80 |
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
Touch to focus | ||
AF continuous | ||
Single AF | ||
AF tracking | ||
AF selectice | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
Multi area AF | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detect AF | ||
Contract detect AF | ||
Phase detect AF | ||
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 |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 1.5 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display size | 3 inch | 3 inch |
Display resolution | 230k dot | 921k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch friendly | ||
Display technology | - | TFT LCD monitor |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | Optical (pentaprism) |
Viewfinder coverage | - | 100 percent |
Viewfinder magnification | - | 0.61x |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 12s | 30s |
Highest shutter speed | 1/2000s | 1/8000s |
Continuous shooting speed | 10.0fps | 7.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | - | Yes |
Change WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash distance | 3.10 m | 13.00 m (at ISO 100) |
Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow sync, High speed, Rear curtain and Wireless |
External flash | ||
AEB | ||
WB bracketing | ||
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 (25 fps), 1280 x 720 (25, 30 fps), 640 x 480 (25, 30 fps) |
Maximum video resolution | 1280x720 | 1920x1080 |
Video data format | H.264 | Motion JPEG |
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 | Optional |
Physical | ||
Environmental seal | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 455 gr (1.00 pounds) | 760 gr (1.68 pounds) |
Physical dimensions | 110 x 90 x 91mm (4.3" x 3.5" x 3.6") | 131 x 97 x 73mm (5.2" x 3.8" x 2.9") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around rating | not tested | 82 |
DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | 23.8 |
DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | 14.1 |
DXO Low light rating | not tested | 1235 |
Other | ||
Battery life | - | 980 shots |
Style of battery | - | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | Li-50B | D-LI90 |
Self timer | Yes (12 or 2 sec) | Yes ( 2 or 12 seconds) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Storage media | SD/SDHC, Internal | SD/SDHC/SDXC |
Storage slots | Single | Single |
Pricing at launch | $270 | $830 |