Olympus SP-800 UZ vs Samsung SL102
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Olympus SP-800 UZ vs Samsung SL102 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 64 - 3200 (Expand 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
- Refreshed by Olympus SP-810 UZ
(Full Review)
- 10MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.5" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 1600
- 640 x 480 video
- 35-105mm (F) lens
- 116g - 90 x 59 x 22mm
- Launched January 2009
- Also Known as ES55

Olympus SP-800 UZ vs Samsung SL102 Overview
Below is a extended assessment of the Olympus SP-800 UZ and Samsung SL102, one being a Small Sensor Superzoom and the latter is a Small Sensor Compact by brands Olympus and Samsung. There exists a crucial gap between the sensor resolutions of the SP-800 UZ (14MP) and SL102 (10MP) but both cameras have the same sensor size (1/2.3").

The SP-800 UZ was launched 13 months later than the SL102 which makes them a generation apart from one another. Each of these cameras have the same body design (Compact).
Before delving into a more detailed comparison, here is a quick synopsis of how the SP-800 UZ scores versus the SL102 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Olympus SP-800 UZ vs Samsung SL102 Gallery
This is a preview of the gallery photos for Olympus SP-800 UZ and Samsung SL102. The complete galleries are available at Olympus SP-800 UZ Gallery and Samsung SL102 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Olympus SP-800 UZ over the Samsung SL102
SP-800 UZ | SL102 | |||
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Launched | February 2010 | ![]() | January 2009 | More recent by 13 months |
Screen dimensions | 3" | ![]() | 2.5" | Bigger screen (+0.5") |
Reasons to pick Samsung SL102 over the Olympus SP-800 UZ
SL102 | SP-800 UZ |
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Common features in the Olympus SP-800 UZ and Samsung SL102
SP-800 UZ | SL102 | |||
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Manual focus | ![]() | No manual focusing | ||
Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Screen resolution | 230k | ![]() | 230k | Same screen resolution |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither contains selfie screen | ||
Touch screen | ![]() | Neither contains Touch screen |
Olympus SP-800 UZ vs Samsung SL102 Physical Comparison
For anyone who is looking to lug around your camera, you should think about its weight and proportions. The Olympus SP-800 UZ has got physical dimensions of 110mm x 90mm x 91mm (4.3" x 3.5" x 3.6") accompanied by a weight of 455 grams (1.00 lbs) whilst the Samsung SL102 has measurements of 90mm x 59mm x 22mm (3.5" x 2.3" x 0.9") along with a weight of 116 grams (0.26 lbs).
See the Olympus SP-800 UZ and Samsung SL102 in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you are using at the time. Here is a front view overall size comparison of the SP-800 UZ against the SL102.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability score of the SP-800 UZ and SL102 is 69 and 96 respectively.

Olympus SP-800 UZ vs Samsung SL102 Sensor Comparison
Sometimes, it's hard to visualise the contrast between sensor measurements just by going over specifications. The photograph here should offer you a clearer sense of the sensor sizes in the SP-800 UZ and SL102.
Plainly, the two cameras provide the same sensor dimensions albeit not the same megapixels. You should count on the Olympus SP-800 UZ to deliver extra detail utilizing its extra 4MP. Higher resolution will allow you to crop shots more aggressively. The fresher SP-800 UZ will have an advantage in sensor technology.

Olympus SP-800 UZ vs Samsung SL102 Screen and ViewFinder


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Olympus SP-800 UZ vs Samsung SL102 Specifications
Olympus SP-800 UZ | Samsung SL102 | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | Olympus | Samsung |
Model type | Olympus SP-800 UZ | Samsung SL102 |
Alternative name | - | ES55 |
Class | Small Sensor Superzoom | Small Sensor Compact |
Released | 2010-02-02 | 2009-01-08 |
Physical type | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor Chip | TruePic III | - |
Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.08 x 4.56mm |
Sensor area | 28.1mm² | 27.7mm² |
Sensor resolution | 14 megapixels | 10 megapixels |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | - | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Peak resolution | 4288 x 3216 | 3648 x 2736 |
Highest native ISO | 3200 | 1600 |
Highest enhanced ISO | 1000 | - |
Lowest native ISO | 64 | 80 |
RAW support | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
Touch to focus | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detection focus | ||
Contract detection focus | ||
Phase detection focus | ||
Total focus points | 143 | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 28-840mm (30.0x) | 35-105mm (3.0x) |
Highest aperture | f/2.8-5.6 | - |
Macro focusing range | 1cm | 10cm |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen size | 3 inches | 2.5 inches |
Screen resolution | 230k dots | 230k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch operation | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 12s | 8s |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/2000s | 1/1500s |
Continuous shutter rate | 10.0 frames/s | - |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Custom white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash distance | 3.10 m | - |
Flash options | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye | Auto, Auto & Red-eye reduction, Fill-in flash, Slow sync, Flash off, Red Eye Fix |
External flash | ||
AE bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
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) | 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) |
Highest video resolution | 1280x720 | 640x480 |
Video format | H.264 | Motion JPEG |
Microphone port | ||
Headphone port | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | None |
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 gr (1.00 pounds) | 116 gr (0.26 pounds) |
Physical dimensions | 110 x 90 x 91mm (4.3" x 3.5" x 3.6") | 90 x 59 x 22mm (3.5" x 2.3" x 0.9") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall 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 ID | Li-50B | - |
Self timer | Yes (12 or 2 sec) | Yes (10sec, 2sec, Double, Motion Timer) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Storage type | SD/SDHC, Internal | SC/SDHC/MMC/MMCplus, internal |
Card slots | Single | Single |
Launch pricing | $270 | $130 |