Olympus SP-800 UZ vs Sony WX9

Lets take a deeper look at the Olympus SP-800 UZ versus Sony WX9, one being a Small Sensor Superzoom and the other is a Ultracompact by companies Olympus and Sony. The resolution of the SP-800 UZ (14MP) and the WX9 (16MP) is very comparable and they use the exact same sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The SP-800 UZ was unveiled 11 months before the WX9 which means that they are both of a similar generation. Each of these cameras come with different body type with the Olympus SP-800 UZ being a Compact camera and the Sony WX9 being a Ultracompact camera.

Before we go in to a step-by-step comparison, below is a brief introduction of how the SP-800 UZ matches up against the WX9 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Below is a sample of the gallery pics for Olympus SP-800 UZ and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-WX9. The full galleries are provided at Olympus SP-800 UZ Gallery and Sony WX9 Gallery.

When you are intending to carry your camera frequently, you're going to have to take into account its weight and measurements. The Olympus SP-800 UZ offers outer measurements of 110mm x 90mm x 91mm (4.3" x 3.5" x 3.6") having a weight of 455 grams (1.00 lbs) whilst the Sony WX9 has proportions of 95mm x 56mm x 20mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.8") with a weight of n/a grams (0.00 lbs).

Compare the Olympus SP-800 UZ versus Sony WX9 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you are utilizing at that time. Following is the front view physical size comparison of the SP-800 UZ versus the WX9.

Looking at size and weight, the portability grade of the SP-800 UZ and WX9 is 69 and 99 respectively.

Generally, it is tough to envision the gap in sensor sizing merely by checking out specifications. The graphic underneath will offer you a clearer sense of the sensor measurements in the SP-800 UZ and WX9.

Plainly, the two cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements but not the same MP. You should expect to see the Sony WX9 to provide greater detail having an extra 2MP. Greater resolution will allow you to crop photos much more aggressively. The older SP-800 UZ will be behind in sensor technology.