Olympus SP-800 UZ vs Sony WX10

Here is a detailed overview of the Olympus SP-800 UZ versus Sony WX10, former being a Small Sensor Superzoom while the latter is a Small Sensor Compact by rivals Olympus and Sony. The sensor resolution of the SP-800 UZ (14MP) and the WX10 (16MP) is pretty similar and they come with the same exact sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The SP-800 UZ was released 11 months prior to the WX10 which means that they are both of a similar age. Both of these cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before we go through a in depth comparison, below is a simple overview of how the SP-800 UZ grades against the WX10 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Following is a preview of the gallery images for Olympus SP-800 UZ & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-WX10. The complete galleries are viewable at Olympus SP-800 UZ Gallery & Sony WX10 Gallery.

For anyone who is going to carry your camera, you will need to take into account its weight and proportions. The Olympus SP-800 UZ comes with outer measurements of 110mm x 90mm x 91mm (4.3" x 3.5" x 3.6") and a weight of 455 grams (1.00 lbs) while the Sony WX10 has measurements of 95mm x 54mm x 23mm (3.7" x 2.1" x 0.9") and a weight of 161 grams (0.35 lbs).

Look at the Olympus SP-800 UZ versus Sony WX10 in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Bear in mind, the weight of an ILC will vary based on the lens you choose at that time. Following is the front view measurements comparison of the SP-800 UZ against the WX10.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability score of the SP-800 UZ and WX10 is 69 and 95 respectively.

Usually, it is very tough to visualize the gap between sensor sizing merely by going over specifications. The visual below might give you a clearer sense of the sensor sizing in the SP-800 UZ and WX10.

Plainly, both the cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing albeit different MP. You can expect the Sony WX10 to offer extra detail as a result of its extra 2MP. Higher resolution can also make it easier to crop pictures far more aggressively. The older SP-800 UZ is going to be disadvantaged with regard to sensor innovation.