Olympus SP-820UZ vs Samsung HZ15W
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Olympus SP-820UZ vs Samsung HZ15W 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
- Launched August 2012
- Superseded the Olympus SP-820UZ
- Later Model is Olympus SP-820UZ
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 3200
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 24-240mm (F3.3-5.8) lens
- 249g - 105 x 61 x 37mm
- Announced February 2009
- Also referred to as WB550
Olympus SP-820UZ vs Samsung HZ15W Overview
Let's look more in depth at the Olympus SP-820UZ vs Samsung HZ15W, former is a Small Sensor Superzoom while the other is a Small Sensor Compact by manufacturers Olympus and Samsung. The resolution of the SP-820UZ (14MP) and the HZ15W (12MP) is very comparable and both cameras have the same sensor sizes (1/2.3").
Apple patent reveals improved iPhone camera durabilityThe SP-820UZ was manufactured 3 years after the HZ15W which is a fairly significant difference as far as camera technology is concerned. Both cameras have the same body design (Compact).
Before diving straight to a more detailed comparison, here is a short overview of how the SP-820UZ scores against the HZ15W in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.
Olympus SP-820UZ vs Samsung HZ15W Gallery
The following is a sample of the gallery pics for Olympus Stylus SP-820UZ & Samsung HZ15W. The entire galleries are provided at Olympus SP-820UZ Gallery & Samsung HZ15W Gallery.
Reasons to pick Olympus SP-820UZ over the Samsung HZ15W
SP-820UZ | HZ15W | |||
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Announced | August 2012 | February 2009 | Newer by 43 months |
Reasons to pick Samsung HZ15W over the Olympus SP-820UZ
HZ15W | SP-820UZ | |||
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Manual focus | Very precise focusing |
Common features in the Olympus SP-820UZ and Samsung HZ15W
SP-820UZ | HZ15W | |||
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Display type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed display | |
Display dimensions | 3" | 3" | Equal display dimensions | |
Display resolution | 460k | 460k | Identical display resolution | |
Selfie screen | Missing selfie screen | |||
Touch display | Missing Touch display |
Olympus SP-820UZ vs Samsung HZ15W Physical Comparison
For anybody who is planning to travel with your camera frequently, you will want to factor in its weight and size. The Olympus SP-820UZ features physical measurements of 117mm x 78mm x 93mm (4.6" x 3.1" x 3.7") accompanied by a weight of 485 grams (1.07 lbs) while the Samsung HZ15W has specifications of 105mm x 61mm x 37mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.5") accompanied by a weight of 249 grams (0.55 lbs).
Check the Olympus SP-820UZ vs Samsung HZ15W in our brand new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.Don't forget, the weight of an ILC will vary depending on the lens you use during that time. Following is a front view proportions comparison of the SP-820UZ versus the HZ15W.
Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the SP-820UZ and HZ15W is 69 and 90 respectively.
Olympus SP-820UZ vs Samsung HZ15W Sensor Comparison
Normally, it is hard to see the contrast in sensor dimensions purely by checking out specifications. The pic here should offer you a more clear sense of the sensor sizing in the SP-820UZ and HZ15W.
Plainly, both of the cameras provide the same sensor dimensions but not the same resolution. You can expect to see the Olympus SP-820UZ to produce extra detail due to its extra 2 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also help you crop pics more aggressively. The more modern SP-820UZ is going to have an advantage with regard to sensor innovation.
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Olympus SP-820UZ vs Samsung HZ15W Specifications
Olympus Stylus SP-820UZ | Samsung HZ15W | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | Olympus | Samsung |
Model type | Olympus Stylus SP-820UZ | Samsung HZ15W |
Also called as | - | WB550 |
Category | Small Sensor Superzoom | Small Sensor Compact |
Launched | 2012-08-21 | 2009-02-23 |
Physical type | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | CMOS | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.08 x 4.56mm |
Sensor surface area | 28.1mm² | 27.7mm² |
Sensor resolution | 14MP | 12MP |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | 16:9, 4:3 and 3:2 |
Max resolution | 4288 x 3216 | 4000 x 3000 |
Max native ISO | 6400 | 3200 |
Lowest native ISO | 80 | 80 |
RAW images | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch to focus | ||
AF continuous | ||
AF single | ||
AF tracking | ||
AF selectice | ||
AF center weighted | ||
Multi area AF | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detect AF | ||
Contract detect AF | ||
Phase detect AF | ||
Cross type focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 22-896mm (40.7x) | 24-240mm (10.0x) |
Highest aperture | f/3.4-5.7 | f/3.3-5.8 |
Macro focusing range | 1cm | 5cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display diagonal | 3 inch | 3 inch |
Resolution of display | 460k dots | 460k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch capability | ||
Display technology | TFT Color LCD | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 4 seconds | 16 seconds |
Max shutter speed | 1/2000 seconds | 1/2000 seconds |
Continuous shutter rate | 2.0 frames per sec | - |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Change WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash distance | 15.00 m | 4.70 m |
Flash settings | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Fill-in | Auto, Auto & Red-eye reduction, Fill-in flash, Slow sync, Flash off, Red eye fix |
External flash | ||
AEB | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (30 fps), 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30, 120 fps), 320 x 180 (30, 240 fps) | 1280 x 720 (30, 15 fps), 640 x 480 (30, 15 fps), 320 x 240 (60, 30, 15 fps) |
Max video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1280x720 |
Video data format | MPEG-4, H.264 | Motion JPEG |
Mic support | ||
Headphone support | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental sealing | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 485 grams (1.07 lbs) | 249 grams (0.55 lbs) |
Physical dimensions | 117 x 78 x 93mm (4.6" x 3.1" x 3.7") | 105 x 61 x 37mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.5") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall 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) | Yes (10 sec, 2 sec, Double, Motion Timer) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SC/SDHC/MMC/MMCplus, internal |
Card slots | Single | Single |
Price at release | $299 | $330 |