Casio EX-ZR100 vs Olympus SP-810 UZ

Let's take a deeper look at the Casio EX-ZR100 versus Olympus SP-810 UZ, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras by companies Casio and Olympus. The sensor resolution of the EX-ZR100 (12MP) and the SP-810 UZ (14MP) is pretty well matched and they feature the same exact sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The EX-ZR100 was introduced at a similar time to the SP-810 UZ which means that they are of a similar generation. Each of the cameras offer different body type with the Casio EX-ZR100 being a Compact camera and the Olympus SP-810 UZ being a SLR-like (bridge) camera.

Before getting in to a more detailed comparison, below is a brief summation of how the EX-ZR100 matches up vs the SP-810 UZ with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Below is a preview of the gallery images for Casio Exilim EX-ZR100 and Olympus SP-810 UZ. The whole galleries are provided at Casio EX-ZR100 Gallery and Olympus SP-810 UZ Gallery.

If you are looking to travel with your camera often, you will want to consider its weight and dimensions. The Casio EX-ZR100 features external dimensions of 105mm x 59mm x 29mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.1") with a weight of 204 grams (0.45 lbs) while the Olympus SP-810 UZ has dimensions of 106mm x 76mm x 74mm (4.2" x 3.0" x 2.9") accompanied by a weight of 413 grams (0.91 lbs).

Compare the Casio EX-ZR100 versus Olympus SP-810 UZ in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you are using at that moment. Here is the front view size comparison of the EX-ZR100 compared to the SP-810 UZ.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability grade of the EX-ZR100 and SP-810 UZ is 92 and 78 respectively.

In many cases, it is hard to visualize the difference between sensor dimensions simply by looking at technical specs. The picture here should give you a stronger sense of the sensor dimensions in the EX-ZR100 and SP-810 UZ.

As you can tell, the 2 cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing albeit different resolution. You should expect the Olympus SP-810 UZ to resolve extra detail using its extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also help you crop shots a little more aggressively.