Olympus SP-810 UZ vs Sony W230

Here, we will be analyzing the Olympus SP-810 UZ and Sony W230, one is a Small Sensor Superzoom and the latter is a Small Sensor Compact by rivals Olympus and Sony. The sensor resolution of the SP-810 UZ (14MP) and the W230 (12MP) is relatively comparable and both cameras provide the identical sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The SP-810 UZ was unveiled 2 years after the W230 which is a fairly significant gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Both cameras feature different body design with the Olympus SP-810 UZ being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Sony W230 being a Compact camera.

Before delving right into a complete comparison, here is a quick highlight of how the SP-810 UZ scores versus the W230 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Following is a preview of the gallery photos for Olympus SP-810 UZ and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W230. The full galleries are viewable at Olympus SP-810 UZ Gallery and Sony W230 Gallery.

For anyone who is aiming to travel with your camera, you have to take into account its weight and volume. The Olympus SP-810 UZ has got outside dimensions of 106mm x 76mm x 74mm (4.2" x 3.0" x 2.9") having a weight of 413 grams (0.91 lbs) and the Sony W230 has sizing of 95mm x 57mm x 22mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.9") along with a weight of 156 grams (0.34 lbs).

See the Olympus SP-810 UZ and Sony W230 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you use at that time. The following is a front view measurements comparison of the SP-810 UZ versus the W230.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the SP-810 UZ and W230 is 78 and 95 respectively.

Normally, it's difficult to visualize the contrast in sensor dimensions only by checking out specifications. The picture below might offer you a greater sense of the sensor dimensions in the SP-810 UZ and W230.

To sum up, the two cameras feature the identical sensor size albeit different MP. You should count on the Olympus SP-810 UZ to produce extra detail having an extra 2MP. Higher resolution will also allow you to crop pictures way more aggressively. The fresher SP-810 UZ provides a benefit when it comes to sensor tech.