Olympus SP-610UZ vs Panasonic GF2

Below, we are matching up the Olympus SP-610UZ and Panasonic GF2, one is a Small Sensor Superzoom and the other is a Entry-Level Mirrorless by companies Olympus and Panasonic. The resolution of the SP-610UZ (14MP) and the GF2 (12MP) is very comparable but the SP-610UZ (1/2.3") and GF2 (Four Thirds) feature totally different sensor size.

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The SP-610UZ was launched about the same time to the GF2 which means that they are of a similar generation. Each of these cameras come with different body type with the Olympus SP-610UZ being a Compact camera and the Panasonic GF2 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.

Before getting through a step-by-step comparison, below is a short summary of how the SP-610UZ grades versus the GF2 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

The following is a sample of the gallery pics for Olympus SP-610UZ and Panasonic Lumix DMC-GF2. The complete galleries are provided at Olympus SP-610UZ Gallery and Panasonic GF2 Gallery.

If you're planning to carry around your camera, you'll have to factor in its weight and dimensions. The Olympus SP-610UZ features outer measurements of 107mm x 73mm x 73mm (4.2" x 2.9" x 2.9") with a weight of 405 grams (0.89 lbs) while the Panasonic GF2 has dimensions of 113mm x 68mm x 33mm (4.4" x 2.7" x 1.3") with a weight of 310 grams (0.68 lbs).

Analyze the Olympus SP-610UZ and Panasonic GF2 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you select at the time. Below is the front view overall size comparison of the SP-610UZ against the GF2.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the SP-610UZ and GF2 is 79 and 88 respectively.

Normally, its tough to visualise the difference in sensor sizes merely by going through a spec sheet. The picture below will give you a more clear sense of the sensor sizing in the SP-610UZ and GF2.

As you can see, both the cameras have got different megapixel count and different sensor sizes. The SP-610UZ due to its smaller sensor will make getting shallow DOF trickier and the Olympus SP-610UZ will produce greater detail utilizing its extra 2MP. Greater resolution will also allow you to crop images much more aggressively.