Olympus SP-800 UZ vs Pentax K-r
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Olympus SP-800 UZ vs Pentax K-r Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 64 - 3200 (Push to 1000)
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 28-840mm (F2.8-5.6) lens
- 455g - 110 x 90 x 91mm
- Introduced February 2010
- Replacement is Olympus SP-810 UZ
(Full Review)
- 12MP - APS-C Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 200 - 12800 (Increase to 25600)
- Sensor based Image Stabilization
- 1/6000s Max Shutter
- 1280 x 720 video
- Pentax KAF2 Mount
- 598g - 125 x 97 x 68mm
- Launched March 2011
Olympus SP-800 UZ vs Pentax K-r Overview
Here, we are comparing the Olympus SP-800 UZ and Pentax K-r, one being a Small Sensor Superzoom and the other is a Entry-Level DSLR by manufacturers Olympus and Pentax. The sensor resolution of the SP-800 UZ (14MP) and the K-r (12MP) is fairly comparable but the SP-800 UZ (1/2.3") and K-r (APS-C) provide different sensor sizes.
Samsung Releases Faster Versions of EVO MicroSD CardsThe SP-800 UZ was unveiled 13 months prior to the K-r making them a generation apart from each other. Both of the cameras feature different body design with the Olympus SP-800 UZ being a Compact camera and the Pentax K-r being a Compact SLR camera.
Before delving straight to a step-by-step comparison, here is a simple summary of how the SP-800 UZ matches up against the K-r in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.
Olympus SP-800 UZ vs Pentax K-r Gallery
Here is a sample of the gallery pictures for Olympus SP-800 UZ and Pentax K-r. The full galleries are provided at Olympus SP-800 UZ Gallery and Pentax K-r Gallery.
Reasons to pick Olympus SP-800 UZ over the Pentax K-r
SP-800 UZ | K-r |
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Reasons to pick Pentax K-r over the Olympus SP-800 UZ
K-r | SP-800 UZ | |||
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Launched | March 2011 | February 2010 | More recent by 13 months | |
Focus manually | Very accurate focus | |||
Display resolution | 921k | 230k | Crisper display (+691k dot) |
Common features in the Olympus SP-800 UZ and Pentax K-r
SP-800 UZ | K-r | |||
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Display type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed display | |
Display size | 3" | 3" | Same display dimensions | |
Selfie screen | Missing selfie screen | |||
Touch friendly display | Neither provides Touch friendly display |
Olympus SP-800 UZ vs Pentax K-r Physical Comparison
For those who are aiming to lug around your camera often, you'll have to factor in its weight and size. The Olympus SP-800 UZ provides outside measurements of 110mm x 90mm x 91mm (4.3" x 3.5" x 3.6") with a weight of 455 grams (1.00 lbs) and the Pentax K-r has specifications of 125mm x 97mm x 68mm (4.9" x 3.8" x 2.7") along with a weight of 598 grams (1.32 lbs).
Compare the Olympus SP-800 UZ and Pentax K-r in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you are using at that time. Underneath is a front view size comparison of the SP-800 UZ against the K-r.
Using size and weight, the portability rating of the SP-800 UZ and K-r is 69 and 67 respectively.
Olympus SP-800 UZ vs Pentax K-r Sensor Comparison
Usually, it is very difficult to imagine the gap in sensor measurements just by going through specs. The visual below will help offer you a more clear sense of the sensor measurements in the SP-800 UZ and K-r.
All in all, the 2 cameras feature different megapixels and different sensor measurements. The SP-800 UZ using its smaller sensor is going to make shooting shallow depth of field more difficult and the Olympus SP-800 UZ will show greater detail having an extra 2 Megapixels. Greater resolution will allow you to crop photos way more aggressively. The older SP-800 UZ will be disadvantaged in sensor technology.
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Olympus SP-800 UZ vs Pentax K-r Specifications
Olympus SP-800 UZ | Pentax K-r | |
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General Information | ||
Company | Olympus | Pentax |
Model | Olympus SP-800 UZ | Pentax K-r |
Class | Small Sensor Superzoom | Entry-Level DSLR |
Introduced | 2010-02-02 | 2011-03-11 |
Body design | Compact | Compact SLR |
Sensor Information | ||
Chip | TruePic III | Prime II |
Sensor type | CCD | CMOS |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | APS-C |
Sensor measurements | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 23.6 x 15.8mm |
Sensor surface area | 28.1mm² | 372.9mm² |
Sensor resolution | 14 megapixels | 12 megapixels |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | - | 3:2 |
Maximum resolution | 4288 x 3216 | 4288 x 2848 |
Maximum native ISO | 3200 | 12800 |
Maximum boosted ISO | 1000 | 25600 |
Min native ISO | 64 | 200 |
RAW photos | ||
Min boosted ISO | - | 100 |
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch focus | ||
Continuous AF | ||
AF single | ||
Tracking AF | ||
AF selectice | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
AF multi area | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detect AF | ||
Contract detect AF | ||
Phase detect AF | ||
Number of focus points | 143 | 11 |
Cross focus points | - | 9 |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | fixed lens | Pentax KAF2 |
Lens focal range | 28-840mm (30.0x) | - |
Maximal aperture | f/2.8-5.6 | - |
Macro focus distance | 1cm | - |
Amount of lenses | - | 151 |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 1.5 |
Screen | ||
Range of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display size | 3" | 3" |
Display resolution | 230k dot | 921k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch screen | ||
Display tech | - | TFT LCD monitor |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | Optical (pentamirror) |
Viewfinder coverage | - | 96 percent |
Viewfinder magnification | - | 0.57x |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 12 secs | 30 secs |
Highest shutter speed | 1/2000 secs | 1/6000 secs |
Continuous shooting speed | 10.0 frames/s | 6.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Exposure compensation | - | Yes |
Set WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash range | 3.10 m | 12.00 m (at ISO 100) |
Flash options | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye | Auto, Red-eye Reduction, Slow-speed Sync, Trailing Curtain Sync, High-Speed Sync and Wireless Sync |
External flash | ||
AEB | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Highest flash sync | - | 1/180 secs |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) | 1280 x 720 (25 fps), 640 x 480 (25 fps) |
Maximum video resolution | 1280x720 | 1280x720 |
Video data format | H.264 | Motion JPEG |
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 proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 455 gr (1.00 lbs) | 598 gr (1.32 lbs) |
Physical dimensions | 110 x 90 x 91mm (4.3" x 3.5" x 3.6") | 125 x 97 x 68mm (4.9" x 3.8" x 2.7") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around score | not tested | 72 |
DXO Color Depth score | not tested | 22.9 |
DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | 12.4 |
DXO Low light score | not tested | 755 |
Other | ||
Battery life | - | 470 photos |
Battery form | - | Battery Pack |
Battery model | Li-50B | D-LI109,4 x AA |
Self timer | Yes (12 or 2 sec) | Yes (2 or 12 sec) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Storage media | SD/SDHC, Internal | SD/SDHC |
Storage slots | 1 | 1 |
Retail pricing | $270 | $1,100 |