Olympus SP-800 UZ vs Sony HX50V

Below, we are comparing the Olympus SP-800 UZ and Sony HX50V, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras by rivals Olympus and Sony. There is a large difference between the image resolutions of the SP-800 UZ (14MP) and HX50V (20MP) but they use the exact same sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The SP-800 UZ was announced 4 years earlier than the HX50V which is quite a serious difference as far as tech is concerned. Both of these cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).

Before diving in to a detailed comparison, below is a quick introduction of how the SP-800 UZ grades vs the HX50V in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Below is a sample of the gallery pics for Olympus SP-800 UZ & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX50V. The whole galleries are viewable at Olympus SP-800 UZ Gallery & Sony HX50V Gallery.

For anyone who is planning to travel with your camera frequently, you are going to need to consider its weight and measurements. The Olympus SP-800 UZ provides external dimensions of 110mm x 90mm x 91mm (4.3" x 3.5" x 3.6") along with a weight of 455 grams (1.00 lbs) and the Sony HX50V has proportions of 108mm x 64mm x 38mm (4.3" x 2.5" x 1.5") having a weight of 272 grams (0.60 lbs).

Take a look at the Olympus SP-800 UZ and Sony HX50V in our completely new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Keep in mind, the weight of an ILC will differ depending on the lens you are utilising at the time. The following is the front view physical size comparison of the SP-800 UZ versus the HX50V.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability score of the SP-800 UZ and HX50V is 69 and 89 respectively.

In many cases, it's hard to see the difference between sensor dimensions simply by checking a spec sheet. The pic below will help provide you a clearer sense of the sensor dimensions in the SP-800 UZ and HX50V.

As you can see, both cameras posses the exact same sensor measurements but not the same MP. You can expect to see the Sony HX50V to give more detail with its extra 6 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also help you crop photos somewhat more aggressively. The more aged SP-800 UZ is going to be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor innovation.