Olympus SP-820UZ vs Samsung TL100

Here, we are analyzing the Olympus SP-820UZ vs Samsung TL100, one being a Small Sensor Superzoom and the other is a Small Sensor Compact by rivals Olympus and Samsung. The image resolution of the SP-820UZ (14MP) and the TL100 (12MP) is very close and both cameras provide the identical sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The SP-820UZ was revealed 3 years later than the TL100 and that is a fairly sizable gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Both of these cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before diving straight to a in-depth comparison, here is a simple summation of how the SP-820UZ grades vs the TL100 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Following is a sample of the gallery pics for Olympus Stylus SP-820UZ and Samsung TL100. The full galleries are available at Olympus SP-820UZ Gallery and Samsung TL100 Gallery.

When you are going to carry your camera, you are going to need to take into account its weight and proportions. The Olympus SP-820UZ offers exterior 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) while the Samsung TL100 has measurements of 105mm x 61mm x 37mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.5") having a weight of 219 grams (0.48 lbs).

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Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you have at the time. The following is a front view measurement comparison of the SP-820UZ versus the TL100.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability score of the SP-820UZ and TL100 is 69 and 91 respectively.

More often than not, it can be tough to visualize the difference in sensor sizing only by viewing specs. The photograph here should give you a much better sense of the sensor dimensions in the SP-820UZ and TL100.

As you can plainly see, both of these cameras come with the identical sensor size but different MP. You should expect to see the Olympus SP-820UZ to render greater detail because of its extra 2 Megapixels. Greater resolution can also enable you to crop photos a good deal more aggressively. The newer SP-820UZ provides an advantage when it comes to sensor technology.