Olympus SP-800 UZ vs Sony HX99

Here is a complete review of the Olympus SP-800 UZ versus Sony HX99, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras by brands Olympus and Sony. There is a significant difference among the resolutions of the SP-800 UZ (14MP) and HX99 (18MP) and the SP-800 UZ (1/2.3") and HX99 (1/2.3-inch) come with different sensor sizes.

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The SP-800 UZ was revealed 9 years before the HX99 and that is a fairly sizable gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Both of these cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before delving through a complete comparison, below is a quick highlight of how the SP-800 UZ grades versus the HX99 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

The following is a sample of the gallery pics for Olympus SP-800 UZ and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX99. The full galleries are available at Olympus SP-800 UZ Gallery and Sony HX99 Gallery.

For anyone who is aiming to carry your camera often, you will need to think about its weight and dimensions. The Olympus SP-800 UZ provides exterior measurements of 110mm x 90mm x 91mm (4.3" x 3.5" x 3.6") along with a weight of 455 grams (1.00 lbs) while the Sony HX99 has dimensions of 102mm x 58mm x 36mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.4") and a weight of 242 grams (0.53 lbs).

Take a look at the Olympus SP-800 UZ versus Sony HX99 in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you select during that time. The following is the front view proportions comparison of the SP-800 UZ vs the HX99.

Looking at size and weight, the portability score of the SP-800 UZ and HX99 is 69 and 91 respectively.

Oftentimes, it can be hard to imagine the difference in sensor sizing just by researching specs. The visual underneath may offer you a greater sense of the sensor sizing in the SP-800 UZ and HX99.

All in all, both cameras enjoy different megapixel count and different sensor sizing. The SP-800 UZ with its larger sensor is going to make getting shallower depth of field less difficult and the Sony HX99 will render greater detail because of its extra 4MP. Greater resolution will enable you to crop photos far more aggressively. The older SP-800 UZ will be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor technology.