Olympus SP-800 UZ vs Sony QX1

Its time to look more closely at the Olympus SP-800 UZ versus Sony QX1, one is a Small Sensor Superzoom and the latter is a Lens-style by rivals Olympus and Sony. There is a big difference between the image resolutions of the SP-800 UZ (14MP) and QX1 (20MP) and the SP-800 UZ (1/2.3") and QX1 (APS-C) have totally different sensor sizes.

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The SP-800 UZ was revealed 5 years earlier than the QX1 which is quite a big gap as far as tech is concerned. Each of the cameras feature different body design with the Olympus SP-800 UZ being a Compact camera and the Sony QX1 being a Lens-style camera.

Before delving right into a full comparison, here is a quick synopsis of how the SP-800 UZ grades against the QX1 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

The following is a preview of the gallery photos for Olympus SP-800 UZ and Sony Alpha QX1. The full galleries are viewable at Olympus SP-800 UZ Gallery and Sony QX1 Gallery.

If you are looking to travel with your camera regularly, you have to factor its weight and size. 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 Sony QX1 has specifications of 74mm x 70mm x 53mm (2.9" x 2.8" x 2.1") accompanied by a weight of 216 grams (0.48 lbs).

Check the Olympus SP-800 UZ versus Sony QX1 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you are using at that time. Below is a front view physical size comparison of the SP-800 UZ and the QX1.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability rating of the SP-800 UZ and QX1 is 69 and 90 respectively.

Oftentimes, it can be tough to see the contrast between sensor dimensions only by reading specifications. The image underneath may offer you a far better sense of the sensor measurements in the SP-800 UZ and QX1.

To sum up, each of these cameras come with different megapixels and different sensor dimensions. The SP-800 UZ using its tinier sensor will make achieving shallow DOF trickier and the Sony QX1 will offer extra detail because of its extra 6 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also help you crop shots a good deal more aggressively. The more aged SP-800 UZ is going to be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor innovation.