Olympus SP-810 UZ vs Samsung WB700

Its time to look much closer at the Olympus SP-810 UZ and Samsung WB700, former is a Small Sensor Superzoom while the latter is a Small Sensor Compact by brands Olympus and Samsung. The resolution of the SP-810 UZ (14MP) and the WB700 (14MP) is relatively close and both cameras provide the identical sensor size (1/2.3").

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The SP-810 UZ was brought out 8 months after the WB700 and they are of a similar age. The two cameras feature different body design with the Olympus SP-810 UZ being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Samsung WB700 being a Compact camera.

Before we go straight to a more detailed comparison, here is a quick highlight of how the SP-810 UZ scores against the WB700 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

This is a preview of the gallery photos for Olympus SP-810 UZ & Samsung WB700. The entire galleries are available at Olympus SP-810 UZ Gallery & Samsung WB700 Gallery.

For those who are intending to travel with your camera frequently, you have to think about its weight and measurements. The Olympus SP-810 UZ enjoys physical measurements of 106mm x 76mm x 74mm (4.2" x 3.0" x 2.9") having a weight of 413 grams (0.91 lbs) while the Samsung WB700 has proportions of 100mm x 59mm x 22mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.9") with a weight of n/a grams (0.00 lbs).

Look at the Olympus SP-810 UZ and Samsung WB700 in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into account, the weight of an ILC will differ depending on the lens you are employing at that time. Underneath is a front view measurements comparison of the SP-810 UZ and the WB700.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the SP-810 UZ and WB700 is 78 and 98 respectively.

Sometimes, its tough to imagine the difference in sensor dimensions merely by viewing technical specs. The image here might give you a stronger sense of the sensor sizing in the SP-810 UZ and WB700.

As you have seen, the two cameras feature the identical sensor size and the same MP and you can expect comparable quality of files however you would want to factor the launch date of the cameras into account. The newer SP-810 UZ should have an advantage when it comes to sensor tech.