Olympus SP-820UZ vs Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G
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Olympus SP-820UZ vs Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 6400
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 22-896mm (F3.4-5.7) lens
- 485g - 117 x 78 x 93mm
- Announced August 2012
- Superseded the Olympus SP-820UZ
- Updated by Olympus SP-820UZ
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 4.8" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 23-481mm (F) lens
- 305g - 129 x 71 x 19mm
- Revealed August 2012

Olympus SP-820UZ vs Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G Overview
Lets look more in depth at the Olympus SP-820UZ vs Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras by rivals Olympus and Samsung. The sensor resolution of the SP-820UZ (14MP) and the Galaxy Camera 4G (16MP) is very close and both cameras boast the same sensor sizing (1/2.3").

The SP-820UZ was revealed very close to the Galaxy Camera 4G which means that they are both of a similar age. The two cameras have the same body design (Compact).
Before we go into a full comparison, here is a short synopsis of how the SP-820UZ scores versus the Galaxy Camera 4G with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Olympus SP-820UZ vs Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G Gallery
This is a sample of the gallery pics for Olympus Stylus SP-820UZ & Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G. The full galleries are provided at Olympus SP-820UZ Gallery & Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G Gallery.
Reasons to pick Olympus SP-820UZ over the Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G
SP-820UZ | Galaxy Camera 4G | |||
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Display resolution | 460k | ![]() | 0k | Sharper display (+460k dot) |
Reasons to pick Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G over the Olympus SP-820UZ
Galaxy Camera 4G | SP-820UZ | |||
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Display dimensions | 4.8" | ![]() | 3" | Larger display (+1.8") |
Touch friendly display | ![]() | Easily navigate |
Common features in the Olympus SP-820UZ and Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G
SP-820UZ | Galaxy Camera 4G | |||
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Revealed | August 2012 | ![]() | August 2012 | Same age |
Manual focus | ![]() | No manual focusing | ||
Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither contains selfie screen |
Olympus SP-820UZ vs Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G Physical Comparison
For anyone who is going to carry your camera, you will want to consider its weight and proportions. The Olympus SP-820UZ has got outer dimensions of 117mm x 78mm x 93mm (4.6" x 3.1" x 3.7") along with a weight of 485 grams (1.07 lbs) and the Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G has measurements of 129mm x 71mm x 19mm (5.1" x 2.8" x 0.7") having a weight of 305 grams (0.67 lbs).
Compare the Olympus SP-820UZ vs Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G in our brand new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Bear in mind, the weight of an ILC will vary based on the lens you are utilising at that time. Below is a front view overall size comparison of the SP-820UZ against the Galaxy Camera 4G.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability score of the SP-820UZ and Galaxy Camera 4G is 69 and 90 respectively.

Olympus SP-820UZ vs Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G Sensor Comparison
Typically, it's tough to visualise the difference in sensor sizing purely by viewing a spec sheet. The visual below will offer you a much better sense of the sensor dimensions in the SP-820UZ and Galaxy Camera 4G.
Clearly, both of these cameras provide the same sensor dimensions but not the same MP. You can expect to see the Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G to provide you with greater detail because of its extra 2MP. Greater resolution will enable you to crop images more aggressively.

Olympus SP-820UZ vs Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G Screen and ViewFinder


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Olympus SP-820UZ vs Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G Specifications
Olympus Stylus SP-820UZ | Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G | |
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General Information | ||
Make | Olympus | Samsung |
Model type | Olympus Stylus SP-820UZ | Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G |
Type | Small Sensor Superzoom | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Announced | 2012-08-21 | 2012-08-29 |
Physical type | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Chip | - | 1.4GHz Quad-Core |
Sensor type | CMOS | BSI-CMOS |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 14MP | 16MP |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | - |
Full resolution | 4288 x 3216 | - |
Max native ISO | 6400 | 3200 |
Lowest native ISO | 80 | 100 |
RAW data | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
Touch to focus | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detect focus | ||
Contract detect focus | ||
Phase detect focus | ||
Cross type focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens support | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 22-896mm (40.7x) | 23-481mm (20.9x) |
Maximal aperture | f/3.4-5.7 | - |
Macro focusing range | 1cm | - |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Type of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display sizing | 3" | 4.8" |
Resolution of display | 460k dots | 0k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch screen | ||
Display technology | TFT Color LCD | 308 ppi, HD Super Clear Touch Display |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 4 seconds | - |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/2000 seconds | - |
Continuous shooting rate | 2.0 frames/s | - |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual mode | ||
Set white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash distance | 15.00 m | no built-in flash |
Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Fill-in | no built-in flash |
External flash | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (30 fps), 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30, 120 fps), 320 x 180 (30, 240 fps) | 1920 x 1080 |
Max video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1920x1080 |
Video file format | MPEG-4, H.264 | MPEG-4, H.264 |
Mic port | ||
Headphone port | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | Built-In |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | none |
GPS | None | BuiltIn |
Physical | ||
Environmental sealing | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 485 gr (1.07 lb) | 305 gr (0.67 lb) |
Physical dimensions | 117 x 78 x 93mm (4.6" x 3.1" x 3.7") | 129 x 71 x 19mm (5.1" x 2.8" x 0.7") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light rating | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Self timer | Yes (2 or 12 sec, pet auto shutter) | - |
Time lapse recording | ||
Storage type | SD/SDHC/SDXC | micro SD/micro SDHC/micro SDXC |
Card slots | One | One |
Retail pricing | $299 | $550 |