Olympus SP-800 UZ vs Samsung GX-10

Here is a in-depth overview of the Olympus SP-800 UZ versus Samsung GX-10, one being a Small Sensor Superzoom and the other is a Advanced DSLR by brands Olympus and Samsung. There is a significant difference among the sensor resolutions of the SP-800 UZ (14MP) and GX-10 (10MP) and the SP-800 UZ (1/2.3") and GX-10 (APS-C) possess totally different sensor size.

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The SP-800 UZ was unveiled 3 years later than the GX-10 and that is a fairly sizable gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Both of these cameras offer different body type with the Olympus SP-800 UZ being a Compact camera and the Samsung GX-10 being a Mid-size SLR camera.

Before delving straight into a thorough comparison, below is a concise introduction of how the SP-800 UZ grades vs the GX-10 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Below is a sample of the gallery pics for Olympus SP-800 UZ and Samsung GX-10. The full galleries are viewable at Olympus SP-800 UZ Gallery and Samsung GX-10 Gallery.

When you are going to carry your camera often, you're going to have to consider its weight and dimensions. The Olympus SP-800 UZ has got exterior measurements of 110mm x 90mm x 91mm (4.3" x 3.5" x 3.6") along with a weight of 455 grams (1.00 lbs) whilst the Samsung GX-10 has dimensions of 142mm x 101mm x 70mm (5.6" x 4.0" x 2.8") with a weight of 793 grams (1.75 lbs).

Take a look at the Olympus SP-800 UZ versus Samsung GX-10 in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you have attached at that time. Underneath is the front view dimension comparison of the SP-800 UZ vs the GX-10.

Using size and weight, the portability rating of the SP-800 UZ and GX-10 is 69 and 59 respectively.

Usually, it is difficult to see the gap in sensor sizing purely by viewing technical specs. The photograph here might give you a more clear sense of the sensor measurements in the SP-800 UZ and GX-10.

As you have seen, the two cameras enjoy different megapixel count and different sensor sizing. The SP-800 UZ having a smaller sensor will make shooting shallow DOF trickier and the Olympus SP-800 UZ will result in extra detail having an extra 4MP. Greater resolution will also allow you to crop photos far more aggressively. The fresher SP-800 UZ is going to have an edge in sensor tech.