Olympus SP-800 UZ vs Pentax WG-2

Lets examine more in depth at the Olympus SP-800 UZ versus Pentax WG-2, one being a Small Sensor Superzoom and the latter is a Waterproof by companies Olympus and Pentax. The sensor resolution of the SP-800 UZ (14MP) and the WG-2 (16MP) is relatively close and they feature the same exact sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The SP-800 UZ was unveiled 24 months prior to the WG-2 which makes the cameras a generation apart from one another. The two cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before getting straight into a detailed comparison, below is a concise introduction of how the SP-800 UZ scores vs the WG-2 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

This is a preview of the gallery photos for Olympus SP-800 UZ and Pentax Optio WG-2. The full galleries are available at Olympus SP-800 UZ Gallery and Pentax WG-2 Gallery.

For those who are aiming to lug around your camera frequently, you are going to need to factor in its weight and proportions. The Olympus SP-800 UZ features outer measurements of 110mm x 90mm x 91mm (4.3" x 3.5" x 3.6") and a weight of 455 grams (1.00 lbs) whilst the Pentax WG-2 has measurements of 122mm x 61mm x 30mm (4.8" x 2.4" x 1.2") accompanied by a weight of 192 grams (0.42 lbs).

Analyze the Olympus SP-800 UZ versus Pentax WG-2 in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you select at that time. Following is the front view sizing comparison of the SP-800 UZ versus the WG-2.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability score of the SP-800 UZ and WG-2 is 69 and 91 respectively.

Sometimes, it is difficult to picture the contrast in sensor measurements merely by looking through specifications. The graphic below might provide you a better sense of the sensor measurements in the SP-800 UZ and WG-2.

Plainly, both cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing albeit different resolution. You should count on the Pentax WG-2 to render extra detail having an extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also let you crop pictures far more aggressively. The older SP-800 UZ will be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor innovation.