Olympus SP-800 UZ vs Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G

On this page, we will be looking at the Olympus SP-800 UZ versus Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras by rivals Olympus and Samsung. The resolution of the SP-800 UZ (14MP) and the Galaxy Camera 3G (16MP) is pretty well matched and both cameras offer the same sensor size (1/2.3").

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The SP-800 UZ was manufactured 3 years before the Galaxy Camera 3G which is quite a big difference as far as technology is concerned. Each of these cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before getting straight to a more detailed comparison, here is a short introduction of how the SP-800 UZ scores vs the Galaxy Camera 3G in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

This is a preview of the gallery images for Olympus SP-800 UZ & Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G. The entire galleries are viewable at Olympus SP-800 UZ Gallery & Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G Gallery.

When you are going to carry around your camera regularly, you will want to consider its weight and proportions. The Olympus SP-800 UZ comes with physical 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 Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G has measurements of 129mm x 71mm x 19mm (5.1" x 2.8" x 0.7") having a weight of 305 grams (0.67 lbs).

Look at the Olympus SP-800 UZ versus Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G in our brand new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into account, the weight of an ILC will vary dependant on the lens you have chosen at that moment. Here is a front view physical size comparison of the SP-800 UZ and the Galaxy Camera 3G.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the SP-800 UZ and Galaxy Camera 3G is 69 and 90 respectively.

Normally, it's tough to visualize the gap between sensor sizes purely by checking technical specs. The pic underneath will help give you a better sense of the sensor measurements in the SP-800 UZ and Galaxy Camera 3G.

As you can tell, each of these cameras provide the same sensor dimensions albeit different resolution. You can expect the Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G to resolve more detail due to its extra 2MP. Higher resolution will also enable you to crop shots more aggressively. The more aged SP-800 UZ is going to be disadvantaged with regard to sensor tech.