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Olympus SP-800 UZ vs Pentax WG-1

Portability
69
Imaging
37
Features
35
Overall
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Olympus SP-800 UZ front
 
Pentax Optio WG-1 front
Portability
93
Imaging
37
Features
31
Overall
34

Olympus SP-800 UZ vs Pentax WG-1 Key Specs

Olympus SP-800 UZ
(Full Review)
  • 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 3" Fixed Screen
  • ISO 64 - 3200 (Boost 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
  • Renewed by Olympus SP-810 UZ
Pentax WG-1
(Full Review)
  • 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 2.7" Fixed Screen
  • ISO 80 - 6400
  • 1280 x 720 video
  • 28-140mm (F3.5-5.5) lens
  • 157g - 114 x 58 x 28mm
  • Revealed February 2011
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Olympus SP-800 UZ vs Pentax WG-1 Overview

Following is a thorough overview of the Olympus SP-800 UZ and Pentax WG-1, one is a Small Sensor Superzoom and the latter is a Waterproof by brands Olympus and Pentax. The image resolution of the SP-800 UZ (14MP) and the WG-1 (14MP) is relatively close and both cameras have the same sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The SP-800 UZ was manufactured 12 months prior to the WG-1 so they are of a similar generation. Both the cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before getting right into a thorough comparison, here is a simple synopsis of how the SP-800 UZ matches up versus the WG-1 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

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Reasons to pick Olympus SP-800 UZ over the Pentax WG-1

 SP-800 UZ WG-1 
Screen dimensions3"2.7"Bigger screen (+0.3")

Reasons to pick Pentax WG-1 over the Olympus SP-800 UZ

 WG-1 SP-800 UZ 
RevealedFebruary 2011February 2010More modern by 12 months
Focus manually More precise focusing

Common features in the Olympus SP-800 UZ and Pentax WG-1

 SP-800 UZ WG-1 
Screen typeFixed Fixed Fixed screen
Screen resolution230k230kThe same screen resolution
Selfie screen No selfie screen
Touch screen Neither comes with Touch screen

Olympus SP-800 UZ vs Pentax WG-1 Physical Comparison

For anybody who is going to carry around your camera, you need to take into account its weight and size. The Olympus SP-800 UZ comes with outside dimensions of 110mm x 90mm x 91mm (4.3" x 3.5" x 3.6") along with a weight of 455 grams (1.00 lbs) and the Pentax WG-1 has specifications of 114mm x 58mm x 28mm (4.5" x 2.3" x 1.1") with a weight of 157 grams (0.35 lbs).

Check the Olympus SP-800 UZ and Pentax WG-1 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool. Camera Size Comparison with Lenses

Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you have chosen during that time. Below is a front view physical size comparison of the SP-800 UZ vs the WG-1.

Olympus SP-800 UZ vs Pentax WG-1 size comparison

Factoring in size and weight, the portability rating of the SP-800 UZ and WG-1 is 69 and 93 respectively.

Olympus SP-800 UZ vs Pentax WG-1 top view buttons comparison

Olympus SP-800 UZ vs Pentax WG-1 Sensor Comparison

Generally, it is hard to see the gap in sensor sizes just by viewing specifications. The picture underneath should offer you a more clear sense of the sensor sizes in the SP-800 UZ and WG-1.

Plainly, the 2 cameras have the same sensor dimensions and the same exact resolution so you should expect comparable quality of images however you might want to consider the release date of the cameras into account. The more aged SP-800 UZ will be disadvantaged in sensor innovation.

Olympus SP-800 UZ vs Pentax WG-1 sensor size comparison

Olympus SP-800 UZ vs Pentax WG-1 Screen and ViewFinder

Olympus SP-800 UZ vs Pentax WG-1 Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Olympus SP-800 UZ Portrait photography info
Pentax WG-1 Portrait photography info
28
megapixel count good (14 megapixels)
focusing manually not possible
no manual exposure
can't use external flash
sensor is very small (1/2.3")
doesn't have RAW format
35
has manual focus
megapixel count decent (14MP)
manual mode not possible
cannot use external flash
small sensor (1/2.3")
no RAW files
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Street Comparison

Olympus SP-800 UZ as a Street photography camera
Pentax WG-1 as a Street photography camera
46
image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
no articulating screen
sensor is very small (1/2.3")
doesn't have RAW format
54
weather proof
screen does not articulate
no image stabilization
small sensor (1/2.3")
no RAW files
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Sports Comparison

Olympus SP-800 UZ as a Sports photography camera
Pentax WG-1 as a Sports photography camera
47
excellent zoom range (28-840mm 30.0 x zoom)
image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
megapixel count good (14 megapixels)
has tracking focus
no shutter priority mode
sensor is very small (1/2.3")
doesn't have phase detect AF
37
megapixel count decent (14 megapixels)
provides tracking focus
weather proof
continuous shooting slow (1.0 frames/s)
no shutter priority
no image stabilization
small sensor (1/2.3")
no phase detect auto focus
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Travel Comparison

Olympus SP-800 UZ Travel photography info
Pentax WG-1 Travel photography info
61
megapixel count good (14 megapixels)
has built in flash
decently wide (28mm)
long reach (840mm)
doesn't have a selfie friendly display
somewhat slow max aperture (f2.8)
71
weather proof
megapixel count decent (14MP)
has built in flash
pretty wide (28mm)
screen is not selfie friendly
sluggish max aperture (f3.5)
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Landscape Comparison

Olympus SP-800 UZ as a Landscape photography camera
Pentax WG-1 as a Landscape photography camera
41
decently wide (28mm)
screen size is good (3")
image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
megapixel count good (14 megapixels)
focusing manually not possible
can't switch lens (fixed lens mount)
somewhat slow max aperture (f2.8)
no manual exposure
sensor is very small (1/2.3")
doesn't have RAW format
42
has manual focus
pretty wide (28mm)
megapixel count decent (14MP)
weather proof
lens is fixed (fixed lens mount)
sluggish max aperture (f3.5)
tiny screen (2.7 inches)
manual mode not possible
no image stabilization
small sensor (1/2.3")
no RAW files
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Vlogging Comparison

Olympus SP-800 UZ Vlogging advice
Pentax WG-1 Vlogging advice
24
decently wide (28mm)
image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
somewhat slow max aperture (f2.8)
doesn't have a selfie friendly display
low video resolution (1280 x 720 pxls)
missing microphone support
25
pretty wide (28mm)
sluggish max aperture (f3.5)
screen is not selfie friendly
no image stabilization
low video resolution (1280 x 720 resolution)
missing microphone socket
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Olympus SP-800 UZ vs Pentax WG-1 Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Olympus SP-800 UZ and Pentax WG-1
 Olympus SP-800 UZPentax Optio WG-1
General Information
Manufacturer Olympus Pentax
Model type Olympus SP-800 UZ Pentax Optio WG-1
Type Small Sensor Superzoom Waterproof
Released 2010-02-02 2011-02-07
Physical type Compact Compact
Sensor Information
Processor TruePic III -
Sensor type CCD CCD
Sensor size 1/2.3" 1/2.3"
Sensor measurements 6.17 x 4.55mm 6.17 x 4.55mm
Sensor surface area 28.1mm² 28.1mm²
Sensor resolution 14 megapixels 14 megapixels
Anti alias filter
Aspect ratio - 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9
Maximum resolution 4288 x 3216 4288 x 3216
Maximum native ISO 3200 6400
Maximum boosted ISO 1000 -
Minimum native ISO 64 80
RAW images
Autofocusing
Manual focusing
Autofocus touch
Continuous autofocus
Autofocus single
Tracking autofocus
Autofocus selectice
Autofocus center weighted
Autofocus multi area
Live view autofocus
Face detection autofocus
Contract detection autofocus
Phase detection autofocus
Total focus points 143 9
Lens
Lens mount type fixed lens fixed lens
Lens zoom range 28-840mm (30.0x) 28-140mm (5.0x)
Highest aperture f/2.8-5.6 f/3.5-5.5
Macro focusing range 1cm 1cm
Crop factor 5.8 5.8
Screen
Type of screen Fixed Type Fixed Type
Screen size 3" 2.7"
Screen resolution 230k dots 230k dots
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch function
Screen tech - TFT color LCD with Anti-reflective coating
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder type None None
Features
Lowest shutter speed 12s 4s
Highest shutter speed 1/2000s 1/1500s
Continuous shooting rate 10.0fps 1.0fps
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Manual mode
Change white balance
Image stabilization
Integrated flash
Flash distance 3.10 m 3.90 m
Flash options Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Soft
Hot shoe
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) 1280 x 720 (30, 15 fps), 640 x 480 (30, 15 fps), 320 x 240 (30, 15 fps)
Maximum video resolution 1280x720 1280x720
Video file format H.264 Motion JPEG
Microphone port
Headphone port
Connectivity
Wireless None Eye-Fi Connected
Bluetooth
NFC
HDMI
USB USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec)
GPS None None
Physical
Environment sealing
Water proofing
Dust proofing
Shock proofing
Crush proofing
Freeze proofing
Weight 455 grams (1.00 pounds) 157 grams (0.35 pounds)
Physical dimensions 110 x 90 x 91mm (4.3" x 3.5" x 3.6") 114 x 58 x 28mm (4.5" x 2.3" x 1.1")
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 life - 260 photos
Style of battery - Battery Pack
Battery ID Li-50B D-LI92
Self timer Yes (12 or 2 sec) Yes (2 or 10 sec)
Time lapse feature
Storage type SD/SDHC, Internal SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal
Card slots One One
Cost at launch $270 $350