Olympus SP-800 UZ vs Sony WX30

Here is a extensive overview of the Olympus SP-800 UZ versus Sony WX30, former being a Small Sensor Superzoom while the latter is a Small Sensor Compact by rivals Olympus and Sony. The image resolution of the SP-800 UZ (14MP) and the WX30 (16MP) is pretty well matched and they possess the exact same sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The SP-800 UZ was revealed 17 months earlier than the WX30 which makes the cameras a generation apart from each other. Each of these cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).

Before we go straight into a comprehensive comparison, below is a short highlight of how the SP-800 UZ scores against the WX30 for portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Following is a preview of the gallery images for Olympus SP-800 UZ & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-WX30. The full galleries are provided at Olympus SP-800 UZ Gallery & Sony WX30 Gallery.

When you are aiming to carry your camera regularly, you should think about its weight and proportions. The Olympus SP-800 UZ features exterior 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 WX30 has measurements of 92mm x 52mm x 19mm (3.6" x 2.0" x 0.7") accompanied by a weight of 117 grams (0.26 lbs).

Compare the Olympus SP-800 UZ versus Sony WX30 in our brand new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into consideration, the weight of an ILC will vary depending on the lens you choose at the time. Underneath is the front view over all size comparison of the SP-800 UZ compared to the WX30.

Using size and weight, the portability rating of the SP-800 UZ and WX30 is 69 and 96 respectively.

Generally, it is very difficult to picture the difference between sensor sizing simply by checking specs. The visual below will help give you a greater sense of the sensor sizes in the SP-800 UZ and WX30.

As you can plainly see, both of those cameras posses the exact same sensor measurements albeit different MP. You can expect the Sony WX30 to give you greater detail because of its extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also help you crop pictures somewhat more aggressively. The older SP-800 UZ is going to be behind in sensor innovation.