Olympus SP-100 vs Olympus SP-820UZ

In this article, we will be analyzing the Olympus SP-100 vs Olympus SP-820UZ, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras and both of them are offered by Olympus. The sensor resolution of the SP-100 (16MP) and the SP-820UZ (14MP) is relatively comparable and they enjoy the same exact sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The SP-100 was launched 18 months later than the SP-820UZ which makes the cameras a generation apart from each other. Both of the cameras offer different body type with the Olympus SP-100 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Olympus SP-820UZ being a Compact camera.

Before we go in to a step-by-step comparison, below is a brief summary of how the SP-100 scores versus the SP-820UZ in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Here is a preview of the gallery photos for Olympus Stylus SP-100 & Olympus Stylus SP-820UZ. The complete galleries are available at Olympus SP-100 Gallery & Olympus SP-820UZ Gallery.

For anyone who is aiming to carry your camera regularly, you have to think about its weight and volume. The Olympus SP-100 enjoys outside dimensions of 122mm x 91mm x 133mm (4.8" x 3.6" x 5.2") with a weight of 594 grams (1.31 lbs) while the Olympus SP-820UZ has sizing of 117mm x 78mm x 93mm (4.6" x 3.1" x 3.7") along with a weight of 485 grams (1.07 lbs).

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Don't forget, the weight of an ILC will change based on the lens you are utilizing during that time. Following is the front view physical size comparison of the SP-100 against the SP-820UZ.

Using size and weight, the portability grade of the SP-100 and SP-820UZ is 63 and 69 respectively.

Often, it is hard to picture the difference in sensor sizing merely by going through specifications. The graphic below may offer you a greater sense of the sensor sizes in the SP-100 and SP-820UZ.

To sum up, each of these cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing albeit different megapixels. You can count on the Olympus SP-100 to provide greater detail utilizing its extra 2MP. Higher resolution can also make it easier to crop shots a little more aggressively. The more modern SP-100 should have a benefit when it comes to sensor technology.