Olympus SP-810 UZ vs Sony WX80

In this article, we will be comparing the Olympus SP-810 UZ vs Sony WX80, former is a Small Sensor Superzoom while the latter is a Small Sensor Compact by companies Olympus and Sony. The image resolution of the SP-810 UZ (14MP) and the WX80 (16MP) is relatively comparable and they feature the same exact sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The SP-810 UZ was manufactured 17 months earlier than the WX80 which makes the cameras a generation away from one another. Each of these cameras offer different body type with the Olympus SP-810 UZ being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Sony WX80 being a Compact camera.

Before we go through a in-depth comparison, below is a concise overview of how the SP-810 UZ grades versus the WX80 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

The following is a preview of the gallery photos for Olympus SP-810 UZ & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-WX80. The entire galleries are viewable at Olympus SP-810 UZ Gallery & Sony WX80 Gallery.

When you are looking to carry around your camera frequently, you need to consider its weight and proportions. The Olympus SP-810 UZ enjoys outer dimensions of 106mm x 76mm x 74mm (4.2" x 3.0" x 2.9") and a weight of 413 grams (0.91 lbs) whilst the Sony WX80 has measurements of 92mm x 52mm x 22mm (3.6" x 2.0" x 0.9") and a weight of 124 grams (0.27 lbs).

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Bear in mind, the weight of an ILC will change based on the lens you are utilizing during that time. Here is the front view overall size comparison of the SP-810 UZ versus the WX80.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability score of the SP-810 UZ and WX80 is 78 and 96 respectively.

Normally, it can be tough to envision the gap in sensor sizes just by checking out specifications. The picture below might give you a stronger sense of the sensor sizes in the SP-810 UZ and WX80.

Plainly, the 2 cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing albeit not the same resolution. You can count on the Sony WX80 to produce extra detail due to its extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also let you crop shots a little more aggressively. The more aged SP-810 UZ will be behind in sensor tech.