Olympus SP-610UZ vs Panasonic LS5

Let's look more in depth at the Olympus SP-610UZ and Panasonic LS5, one is a Small Sensor Superzoom and the other is a Small Sensor Compact by manufacturers Olympus and Panasonic. The image resolution of the SP-610UZ (14MP) and the LS5 (14MP) is very close and both cameras offer the same sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The SP-610UZ was brought out 6 months prior to the LS5 and they are of a similar generation. Both cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before delving right into a full comparison, here is a quick overview of how the SP-610UZ matches up against the LS5 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

This is a sample of the gallery pics for Olympus SP-610UZ and Panasonic Lumix DMC-LS5. The entire galleries are viewable at Olympus SP-610UZ Gallery and Panasonic LS5 Gallery.

When you are intending to travel with your camera regularly, you will want to factor its weight and volume. The Olympus SP-610UZ features external dimensions of 107mm x 73mm x 73mm (4.2" x 2.9" x 2.9") with a weight of 405 grams (0.89 lbs) and the Panasonic LS5 has sizing of 97mm x 62mm x 27mm (3.8" x 2.4" x 1.1") having a weight of 126 grams (0.28 lbs).

Look at the Olympus SP-610UZ and Panasonic LS5 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you are utilising during that time. Underneath is a front view overall size comparison of the SP-610UZ versus the LS5.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability score of the SP-610UZ and LS5 is 79 and 94 respectively.

Normally, it is very difficult to imagine the gap in sensor dimensions only by viewing specifications. The picture below should offer you a much better sense of the sensor sizes in the SP-610UZ and LS5.

To sum up, both of those cameras provide the same sensor dimensions and the same MP and you should expect comparable quality of images however you should always consider the production date of the cameras into account.