Olympus SP-800 UZ vs Sony S2100
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Olympus SP-800 UZ vs Sony S2100 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 64 - 3200 (Increase 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
- Newer Model is Olympus SP-810 UZ
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 3200
- 640 x 480 video
- 33-105mm (F3.1-5.6) lens
- 167g - 98 x 61 x 27mm
- Released January 2010

Olympus SP-800 UZ vs Sony S2100 Overview
Let's take a deeper look at the Olympus SP-800 UZ and Sony S2100, former being a Small Sensor Superzoom while the other is a Small Sensor Compact by companies Olympus and Sony. The resolution of the SP-800 UZ (14MP) and the S2100 (12MP) is very comparable and they enjoy the same exact sensor size (1/2.3").

The SP-800 UZ was manufactured around the same time to the S2100 so they are both of a similar age. The two cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).
Before delving in to a full comparison, below is a short overview of how the SP-800 UZ grades versus the S2100 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Olympus SP-800 UZ vs Sony S2100 Gallery
This is a sample of the gallery pics for Olympus SP-800 UZ & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-S2100. The entire galleries are viewable at Olympus SP-800 UZ Gallery & Sony S2100 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Olympus SP-800 UZ over the Sony S2100
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Reasons to pick Sony S2100 over the Olympus SP-800 UZ
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Common features in the Olympus SP-800 UZ and Sony S2100
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Released | February 2010 | ![]() | January 2010 | Same age |
Focus manually | ![]() | No manual focusing | ||
Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Display sizing | 3" | ![]() | 3" | Equivalent display size |
Display resolution | 230k | ![]() | 230k | Same display resolution |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither includes selfie screen | ||
Touch display | ![]() | Neither includes Touch display |
Olympus SP-800 UZ vs Sony S2100 Physical Comparison
In case you're intending to lug around your camera frequently, you will need to consider its weight and proportions. The Olympus SP-800 UZ features outer dimensions of 110mm x 90mm x 91mm (4.3" x 3.5" x 3.6") accompanied by a weight of 455 grams (1.00 lbs) while the Sony S2100 has measurements of 98mm x 61mm x 27mm (3.9" x 2.4" x 1.1") accompanied by a weight of 167 grams (0.37 lbs).
Examine the Olympus SP-800 UZ and Sony S2100 in our newest Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Do not forget, the weight of an ILC will differ dependant on the lens you are utilising during that time. Here is the front view sizing comparison of the SP-800 UZ vs the S2100.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability rating of the SP-800 UZ and S2100 is 69 and 93 respectively.

Olympus SP-800 UZ vs Sony S2100 Sensor Comparison
Usually, it is tough to visualise the contrast in sensor measurements merely by seeing specifications. The visual underneath will provide you a more clear sense of the sensor sizes in the SP-800 UZ and S2100.
To sum up, both the cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing but not the same MP. You can expect to see the Olympus SP-800 UZ to produce greater detail due to its extra 2MP. Greater resolution can also help you crop photos a little more aggressively.

Olympus SP-800 UZ vs Sony S2100 Screen and ViewFinder


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Olympus SP-800 UZ vs Sony S2100 Specifications
Olympus SP-800 UZ | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-S2100 | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | Olympus | Sony |
Model type | Olympus SP-800 UZ | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-S2100 |
Category | Small Sensor Superzoom | Small Sensor Compact |
Revealed | 2010-02-02 | 2010-01-07 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor | TruePic III | Bionz |
Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
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 | 12MP |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | - | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Highest Possible resolution | 4288 x 3216 | 4000 x 3000 |
Maximum native ISO | 3200 | 3200 |
Maximum enhanced ISO | 1000 | - |
Minimum native ISO | 64 | 100 |
RAW format | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detect focus | ||
Contract detect focus | ||
Phase detect focus | ||
Total focus points | 143 | 9 |
Lens | ||
Lens support | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 28-840mm (30.0x) | 33-105mm (3.2x) |
Max aperture | f/2.8-5.6 | f/3.1-5.6 |
Macro focusing range | 1cm | 5cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display diagonal | 3 inch | 3 inch |
Resolution of display | 230k dot | 230k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch friendly | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 12 secs | 1 secs |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/2000 secs | 1/1200 secs |
Continuous shutter speed | 10.0 frames/s | 1.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Change white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash distance | 3.10 m | 3.30 m |
Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye | Auto, On, Off, Slow syncro |
Hot shoe | ||
AE bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) | 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) |
Maximum video resolution | 1280x720 | 640x480 |
Video data format | H.264 | Motion JPEG |
Microphone jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental seal | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 455 grams (1.00 lb) | 167 grams (0.37 lb) |
Dimensions | 110 x 90 x 91mm (4.3" x 3.5" x 3.6") | 98 x 61 x 27mm (3.9" x 2.4" x 1.1") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light rating | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery ID | Li-50B | 2 x AA |
Self timer | Yes (12 or 2 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC, Internal | Memory Stick Duo/Pro Duo, optional SD, Internal |
Storage slots | One | One |
Retail price | $270 | $0 |