Olympus SP-800 UZ vs Sony TX55

In this article, we will be analyzing the Olympus SP-800 UZ and Sony TX55, former is a Small Sensor Superzoom while the latter is a Ultracompact by competitors Olympus and Sony. The sensor resolution of the SP-800 UZ (14MP) and the TX55 (16MP) is relatively comparable and they enjoy the same exact sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The SP-800 UZ was revealed 17 months before the TX55 which makes the cameras a generation away from one another. The two cameras offer different body type with the Olympus SP-800 UZ being a Compact camera and the Sony TX55 being a Ultracompact camera.

Before going through a full comparison, below is a simple introduction of how the SP-800 UZ scores vs the TX55 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Below is a preview of the gallery photos for Olympus SP-800 UZ & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-TX55. The full galleries are provided at Olympus SP-800 UZ Gallery & Sony TX55 Gallery.

If you're going to travel with your camera, you need to consider its weight and proportions. The Olympus SP-800 UZ provides exterior 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 TX55 has measurements of 93mm x 54mm x 13mm (3.7" x 2.1" x 0.5") and a weight of 109 grams (0.24 lbs).

Examine the Olympus SP-800 UZ and Sony TX55 in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Keep in mind, the weight of an ILC will vary based on the lens you are utilising at that time. Below is the front view sizing comparison of the SP-800 UZ against the TX55.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the SP-800 UZ and TX55 is 69 and 97 respectively.

Sometimes, it can be difficult to see the gap in sensor dimensions purely by checking out a spec sheet. The picture below will help offer you a far better sense of the sensor measurements in the SP-800 UZ and TX55.

Clearly, each of these cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing albeit not the same MP. You can count on the Sony TX55 to provide extra detail because of its extra 2MP. Higher resolution will also make it easier to crop photographs far more aggressively. The more aged SP-800 UZ will be disadvantaged in sensor technology.