Olympus SP-610UZ vs Panasonic G2

Its time to take a closer look at the Olympus SP-610UZ versus Panasonic G2, former being a Small Sensor Superzoom while the latter is a Entry-Level Mirrorless by brands Olympus and Panasonic. The image resolution of the SP-610UZ (14MP) and the G2 (12MP) is relatively similar but the SP-610UZ (1/2.3") and G2 (Four Thirds) provide different sensor measurements.

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The SP-610UZ was announced 6 months later than the G2 so they are both of a similar age. Each of the cameras feature different body design with the Olympus SP-610UZ being a Compact camera and the Panasonic G2 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera.

Before getting into a step-by-step comparison, here is a concise synopsis of how the SP-610UZ grades against the G2 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

This is a preview of the gallery photos for Olympus SP-610UZ & Panasonic Lumix DMC-G2. The whole galleries are viewable at Olympus SP-610UZ Gallery & Panasonic G2 Gallery.

For anyone who is going to carry your camera regularly, you are going to need to think about its weight and size. The Olympus SP-610UZ offers physical measurements 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 G2 has specifications of 124mm x 84mm x 74mm (4.9" x 3.3" x 2.9") with a weight of 428 grams (0.94 lbs).

Contrast the Olympus SP-610UZ versus Panasonic G2 in our brand new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into account, the weight of an ILC will change dependant on the lens you are utilizing at the time. Here is a front view proportions comparison of the SP-610UZ and the G2.

Looking at size and weight, the portability rating of the SP-610UZ and G2 is 79 and 72 respectively.

In many cases, it is very hard to imagine the contrast between sensor sizing purely by reading specs. The photograph underneath should offer you a far better sense of the sensor sizing in the SP-610UZ and G2.

All in all, both cameras come with different megapixel count and different sensor sizing. The SP-610UZ using its tinier sensor is going to make achieving shallow depth of field more difficult and the Olympus SP-610UZ will deliver extra detail with its extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also allow you to crop shots a good deal more aggressively.