Olympus SP-800 UZ vs Samsung WB1100F

Here, we will be looking at the Olympus SP-800 UZ versus Samsung WB1100F, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras by brands Olympus and Samsung. The sensor resolution of the SP-800 UZ (14MP) and the WB1100F (16MP) is relatively comparable and both cameras offer the identical sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The SP-800 UZ was announced 4 years prior to the WB1100F which is a fairly significant gap as far as camera technology is concerned. The two cameras feature different body design with the Olympus SP-800 UZ being a Compact camera and the Samsung WB1100F being a SLR-like (bridge) camera.

Before we go straight to a in-depth comparison, here is a short synopsis of how the SP-800 UZ scores against the WB1100F with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Following is a preview of the gallery photos for Olympus SP-800 UZ and Samsung WB1100F. The whole galleries are viewable at Olympus SP-800 UZ Gallery and Samsung WB1100F Gallery.

If you are going to carry around your camera frequently, you have to consider its weight and proportions. The Olympus SP-800 UZ provides outside measurements of 110mm x 90mm x 91mm (4.3" x 3.5" x 3.6") having a weight of 455 grams (1.00 lbs) while the Samsung WB1100F has measurements of 125mm x 87mm x 96mm (4.9" x 3.4" x 3.8") accompanied by a weight of 512 grams (1.13 lbs).

Look at the Olympus SP-800 UZ versus Samsung WB1100F in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you use at that time. Underneath is a front view dimension comparison of the SP-800 UZ and the WB1100F.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the SP-800 UZ and WB1100F is 69 and 67 respectively.

Quite often, its difficult to imagine the gap in sensor sizes merely by going through technical specs. The picture underneath will give you a better sense of the sensor sizing in the SP-800 UZ and WB1100F.

As you have seen, each of the cameras feature the identical sensor size albeit different megapixels. You should count on the Samsung WB1100F to show greater detail with its extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also allow you to crop pictures way more aggressively. The more aged SP-800 UZ will be disadvantaged in sensor technology.