Olympus E-M5 III vs Olympus SP-810 UZ

In this write-up, we will be matching up the Olympus E-M5 III vs Olympus SP-810 UZ, one being a Advanced Mirrorless and the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom and both are created by Olympus. There exists a significant gap between the resolutions of the E-M5 III (20MP) and SP-810 UZ (14MP) and the E-M5 III (Four Thirds) and SP-810 UZ (1/2.3") enjoy totally different sensor measurements.

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The E-M5 III was introduced 8 years later than the SP-810 UZ and that is quite a sizable gap as far as technology is concerned. Each of these cameras offer different body type with the Olympus E-M5 III being a SLR-style mirrorless camera and the Olympus SP-810 UZ being a SLR-like (bridge) camera.

Before going straight into a full comparison, below is a quick summation of how the E-M5 III grades against the SP-810 UZ in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

This is a preview of the gallery photos for Olympus OM-D E-M5 III and Olympus SP-810 UZ. The whole galleries are viewable at Olympus E-M5 III Gallery and Olympus SP-810 UZ Gallery.

If you are looking to carry your camera often, you'll need to take into account its weight and dimensions. The Olympus E-M5 III features physical measurements of 125mm x 85mm x 50mm (4.9" x 3.3" x 2.0") accompanied by a weight of 414 grams (0.91 lbs) whilst the Olympus SP-810 UZ has dimensions of 106mm x 76mm x 74mm (4.2" x 3.0" x 2.9") with a weight of 413 grams (0.91 lbs).

Compare the Olympus E-M5 III vs Olympus SP-810 UZ in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you select at that moment. Below is the front view over all size comparison of the E-M5 III versus the SP-810 UZ.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the E-M5 III and SP-810 UZ is 80 and 78 respectively.

Normally, it is hard to visualise the contrast between sensor sizing only by reviewing specifications. The visual below may give you a clearer sense of the sensor measurements in the E-M5 III and SP-810 UZ.

To sum up, both cameras enjoy different resolutions and different sensor sizing. The E-M5 III with its bigger sensor will make getting shallower depth of field simpler and the Olympus E-M5 III will deliver extra detail using its extra 6 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also allow you to crop shots far more aggressively. The younger E-M5 III is going to have a benefit in sensor tech.