Olympus SP-610UZ vs Panasonic FZ2500

Here is a in depth analysis of the Olympus SP-610UZ versus Panasonic FZ2500, one being a Small Sensor Superzoom and the other is a Large Sensor Superzoom by rivals Olympus and Panasonic. There is a significant difference between the sensor resolutions of the SP-610UZ (14MP) and FZ2500 (20MP) and the SP-610UZ (1/2.3") and FZ2500 (1") have totally different sensor dimensions.

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The SP-610UZ was released 6 years before the FZ2500 and that is quite a sizable gap as far as tech is concerned. The two cameras have different body design with the Olympus SP-610UZ being a Compact camera and the Panasonic FZ2500 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera.

Before diving right into a more detailed comparison, here is a quick view of how the SP-610UZ matches up vs the FZ2500 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Below is a sample of the gallery pics for Olympus SP-610UZ and Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ2500. The complete galleries are available at Olympus SP-610UZ Gallery and Panasonic FZ2500 Gallery.

For anybody who is planning to carry your camera often, you have to factor its weight and proportions. The Olympus SP-610UZ comes with physical dimensions of 107mm x 73mm x 73mm (4.2" x 2.9" x 2.9") and a weight of 405 grams (0.89 lbs) while the Panasonic FZ2500 has measurements of 138mm x 102mm x 135mm (5.4" x 4.0" x 5.3") with a weight of 915 grams (2.02 lbs).

Compare the Olympus SP-610UZ versus Panasonic FZ2500 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you choose at that time. Here is a front view sizing comparison of the SP-610UZ compared to the FZ2500.

Using size and weight, the portability rating of the SP-610UZ and FZ2500 is 79 and 53 respectively.

Oftentimes, it can be tough to visualise the gap between sensor sizing just by reading through specs. The photograph underneath should give you a greater sense of the sensor dimensions in the SP-610UZ and FZ2500.

All in all, each of the cameras provide different resolutions and different sensor sizing. The SP-610UZ because of its tinier sensor will make achieving shallower depth of field tougher and the Panasonic FZ2500 will resolve greater detail as a result of its extra 6MP. Greater resolution can also help you crop photos more aggressively. The older SP-610UZ is going to be behind with regard to sensor tech.