Olympus SP-800 UZ vs Sony HX10V
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Olympus SP-800 UZ vs Sony HX10V Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 64 - 3200 (Push to 1000)
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 28-840mm (F2.8-5.6) lens
- 455g - 110 x 90 x 91mm
- Revealed February 2010
- Renewed by Olympus SP-810 UZ
(Full Review)
- 18MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 12800
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 24-400mm (F3.3-5.9) lens
- 234g - 105 x 60 x 34mm
- Launched February 2012
- Replacement is Sony HX20V
Olympus SP-800 UZ vs Sony HX10V Overview
Its time to take a more detailed look at the Olympus SP-800 UZ and Sony HX10V, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras by rivals Olympus and Sony. There is a noticeable difference between the sensor resolutions of the SP-800 UZ (14MP) and HX10V (18MP) but both cameras provide the same sensor dimensions (1/2.3").
Snapchat Adds Watermarks to AI-Created ImagesThe SP-800 UZ was introduced 3 years before the HX10V which is quite a sizable difference as far as tech is concerned. Both cameras have the same body design (Compact).
Before diving into a thorough comparison, here is a brief view of how the SP-800 UZ matches up against the HX10V in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.
Olympus SP-800 UZ vs Sony HX10V Gallery
The following is a sample of the gallery pics for Olympus SP-800 UZ & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX10V. The whole galleries are viewable at Olympus SP-800 UZ Gallery & Sony HX10V Gallery.
Reasons to pick Olympus SP-800 UZ over the Sony HX10V
SP-800 UZ | HX10V |
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Reasons to pick Sony HX10V over the Olympus SP-800 UZ
HX10V | SP-800 UZ | |||
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Launched | February 2012 | February 2010 | Newer by 25 months | |
Display resolution | 922k | 230k | Clearer display (+692k dot) |
Common features in the Olympus SP-800 UZ and Sony HX10V
SP-800 UZ | HX10V | |||
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Focus manually | No manual focus | |||
Display type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed display | |
Display dimensions | 3" | 3" | Equal display sizing | |
Selfie screen | Neither comes with selfie screen | |||
Touch display | Neither comes with Touch display |
Olympus SP-800 UZ vs Sony HX10V Physical Comparison
If you're looking to travel with your camera often, you have to factor in its weight and volume. The Olympus SP-800 UZ comes with external measurements of 110mm x 90mm x 91mm (4.3" x 3.5" x 3.6") having a weight of 455 grams (1.00 lbs) and the Sony HX10V has sizing of 105mm x 60mm x 34mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.3") with a weight of 234 grams (0.52 lbs).
See the Olympus SP-800 UZ and Sony HX10V in our completely new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.Take into account, the weight of an ILC will change based on the lens you select during that time. Here is a front view physical size comparison of the SP-800 UZ and the HX10V.
Using size and weight, the portability rating of the SP-800 UZ and HX10V is 69 and 91 respectively.
Olympus SP-800 UZ vs Sony HX10V Sensor Comparison
In many cases, it's hard to see the contrast between sensor dimensions merely by reading technical specs. The picture underneath may give you a better sense of the sensor measurements in the SP-800 UZ and HX10V.
As you have seen, both of the cameras have the same sensor dimensions but not the same MP. You can expect to see the Sony HX10V to offer you greater detail using its extra 4MP. Greater resolution can also let you crop images a bit more aggressively. The more aged SP-800 UZ is going to be behind in sensor technology.
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Olympus SP-800 UZ vs Sony HX10V Specifications
Olympus SP-800 UZ | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX10V | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | Olympus | Sony |
Model | Olympus SP-800 UZ | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX10V |
Class | Small Sensor Superzoom | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Revealed | 2010-02-02 | 2012-02-28 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor | TruePic III | BIONZ |
Sensor type | CCD | BSI-CMOS |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 14MP | 18MP |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | - | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Max resolution | 4288 x 3216 | 4896 x 3672 |
Max native ISO | 3200 | 12800 |
Max enhanced ISO | 1000 | - |
Min native ISO | 64 | 100 |
RAW pictures | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detect autofocus | ||
Contract detect autofocus | ||
Phase detect autofocus | ||
Number of focus points | 143 | 9 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 28-840mm (30.0x) | 24-400mm (16.7x) |
Max aperture | f/2.8-5.6 | f/3.3-5.9 |
Macro focus range | 1cm | 5cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Range of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display diagonal | 3 inches | 3 inches |
Resolution of display | 230k dot | 922k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch display | ||
Display tech | - | XtraFine TruBlack TFT LCD |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 12 secs | 30 secs |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/2000 secs | 1/1600 secs |
Continuous shutter speed | 10.0 frames/s | 10.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | - | Yes |
Custom white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash range | 3.10 m | 5.30 m |
Flash settings | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye | Auto, On, Off, Slow Sync |
External flash | ||
AE bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) | 1920 x 1080 (60 fps), 1440 x 1080 (30 fps), 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) |
Max video resolution | 1280x720 | 1920x1080 |
Video file format | H.264 | MPEG-4, AVCHD |
Microphone input | ||
Headphone input | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | Eye-Fi Connected |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | BuiltIn |
Physical | ||
Environmental seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 455 gr (1.00 lbs) | 234 gr (0.52 lbs) |
Physical dimensions | 110 x 90 x 91mm (4.3" x 3.5" x 3.6") | 105 x 60 x 34mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.3") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light score | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | - | 320 photos |
Form of battery | - | Battery Pack |
Battery model | Li-50B | NP-BG1 |
Self timer | Yes (12 or 2 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Portrait 1/2) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Storage media | SD/SDHC, Internal | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Memory Stick Duo/Pro Duo/Pro-HG Duo |
Storage slots | Single | Single |
Retail price | $270 | $616 |