Olympus SP-800 UZ vs Sony W230
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Olympus SP-800 UZ vs Sony W230 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 64 - 3200 (Raise to 1000)
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 28-840mm (F2.8-5.6) lens
- 455g - 110 x 90 x 91mm
- Introduced February 2010
- Later Model is Olympus SP-810 UZ
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 640 x 480 video
- 30-120mm (F2.8-5.8) lens
- 156g - 95 x 57 x 22mm
- Revealed February 2009
Olympus SP-800 UZ vs Sony W230 Overview
Its time to take a more detailed look at the Olympus SP-800 UZ vs Sony W230, former being a Small Sensor Superzoom while the other is a Small Sensor Compact by companies Olympus and Sony. The image resolution of the SP-800 UZ (14MP) and the W230 (12MP) is fairly comparable and they possess the same exact sensor sizing (1/2.3").
Photography GlossaryThe SP-800 UZ was revealed 12 months later than the W230 and they are both of a similar age. Both of the cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).
Before we go in to a thorough comparison, below is a short introduction of how the SP-800 UZ scores against the W230 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.
Olympus SP-800 UZ vs Sony W230 Gallery
Below is a sample of the gallery pictures for Olympus SP-800 UZ & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W230. The full galleries are provided at Olympus SP-800 UZ Gallery & Sony W230 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Olympus SP-800 UZ over the Sony W230
SP-800 UZ | W230 | |||
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Revealed | February 2010 | February 2009 | Fresher by 12 months |
Reasons to pick Sony W230 over the Olympus SP-800 UZ
W230 | SP-800 UZ | |||
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Manually focus | More accurate focus |
Common features in the Olympus SP-800 UZ and Sony W230
SP-800 UZ | W230 | |||
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Display type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed display | |
Display sizing | 3" | 3" | Equivalent display measurement | |
Display resolution | 230k | 230k | Exact same display resolution | |
Selfie screen | Neither has selfie screen | |||
Touch display | Neither has Touch display |
Olympus SP-800 UZ vs Sony W230 Physical Comparison
If you're aiming to carry your camera, you should take into account its weight and dimensions. The Olympus SP-800 UZ has outer 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) while the Sony W230 has dimensions of 95mm x 57mm x 22mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.9") and a weight of 156 grams (0.34 lbs).
Check the Olympus SP-800 UZ vs Sony W230 in our brand new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.Always remember, the weight of an ILC will differ based on the lens you are using at that moment. Underneath is the front view measurements comparison of the SP-800 UZ and the W230.
Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability score of the SP-800 UZ and W230 is 69 and 95 respectively.
Olympus SP-800 UZ vs Sony W230 Sensor Comparison
Sometimes, it is hard to envision the gap in sensor sizing only by going through specifications. The visual here may give you a better sense of the sensor dimensions in the SP-800 UZ and W230.
Plainly, both of those cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing but not the same MP. You can anticipate the Olympus SP-800 UZ to provide more detail because of its extra 2MP. Greater resolution will allow you to crop images a little more aggressively. The fresher SP-800 UZ is going to have an advantage with regard to sensor tech.
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Olympus SP-800 UZ vs Sony W230 Specifications
Olympus SP-800 UZ | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W230 | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | Olympus | Sony |
Model | Olympus SP-800 UZ | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W230 |
Class | Small Sensor Superzoom | Small Sensor Compact |
Introduced | 2010-02-02 | 2009-02-17 |
Physical type | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor | TruePic III | - |
Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 14MP | 12MP |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | - | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Maximum resolution | 4288 x 3216 | 4000 x 3000 |
Maximum native ISO | 3200 | 3200 |
Maximum boosted ISO | 1000 | - |
Min native ISO | 64 | 80 |
RAW files | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Touch focus | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detection autofocus | ||
Contract detection autofocus | ||
Phase detection autofocus | ||
Number of focus points | 143 | 9 |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 28-840mm (30.0x) | 30-120mm (4.0x) |
Maximum aperture | f/2.8-5.6 | f/2.8-5.8 |
Macro focus range | 1cm | 4cm |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen sizing | 3" | 3" |
Screen resolution | 230k dots | 230k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch display | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 12s | 1s |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/2000s | 1/1600s |
Continuous shooting rate | 10.0fps | 2.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Custom white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash range | 3.10 m | 3.90 m |
Flash settings | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye reduction, Slow Sync |
External flash | ||
AE bracketing | ||
White balance 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) | 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) |
Maximum video resolution | 1280x720 | 640x480 |
Video data format | H.264 | Motion JPEG |
Mic support | ||
Headphone support | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environment sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 455 gr (1.00 pounds) | 156 gr (0.34 pounds) |
Dimensions | 110 x 90 x 91mm (4.3" x 3.5" x 3.6") | 95 x 57 x 22mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.9") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around 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 model | Li-50B | - |
Self timer | Yes (12 or 2 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Storage type | SD/SDHC, Internal | Memory Stick Duo / Pro Duo, Internal |
Card slots | One | One |
Launch price | $270 | $180 |