Olympus SP-610UZ vs Panasonic G1

Below, we will be analyzing the Olympus SP-610UZ vs Panasonic G1, former is a Small Sensor Superzoom while the latter is a Entry-Level Mirrorless by companies Olympus and Panasonic. The image resolution of the SP-610UZ (14MP) and the G1 (12MP) is relatively similar but the SP-610UZ (1/2.3") and G1 (Four Thirds) enjoy totally different sensor sizes.

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The SP-610UZ was released 24 months after the G1 which makes the cameras a generation away from one another. The two cameras come with different body type with the Olympus SP-610UZ being a Compact camera and the Panasonic G1 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera.

Before we go through a in depth comparison, below is a concise synopsis of how the SP-610UZ matches up against the G1 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Here is a preview of the gallery photos for Olympus SP-610UZ & Panasonic Lumix DMC-G1. The complete galleries are available at Olympus SP-610UZ Gallery & Panasonic G1 Gallery.

If you're going to travel with your camera often, you will need to consider its weight and proportions. The Olympus SP-610UZ has got external dimensions of 107mm x 73mm x 73mm (4.2" x 2.9" x 2.9") accompanied by a weight of 405 grams (0.89 lbs) and the Panasonic G1 has measurements of 124mm x 84mm x 45mm (4.9" x 3.3" x 1.8") accompanied by a weight of 360 grams (0.79 lbs).

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Remember that, the weight of an ILC will differ dependant on the lens you choose at that moment. Following is the front view over all size comparison of the SP-610UZ compared to the G1.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the SP-610UZ and G1 is 79 and 82 respectively.

Sometimes, it is tough to envision the difference between sensor dimensions merely by reviewing specs. The picture here should provide you a more clear sense of the sensor dimensions in the SP-610UZ and G1.

All in all, both of those cameras posses different resolutions and different sensor dimensions. The SP-610UZ featuring a tinier sensor will make achieving bokeh more difficult and the Olympus SP-610UZ will deliver more detail as a result of its extra 2MP. Higher resolution can also enable you to crop shots somewhat more aggressively. The fresher SP-610UZ will have a benefit with regard to sensor tech.