Olympus SP-610UZ vs Panasonic SZ10

Below, we will be comparing the Olympus SP-610UZ vs Panasonic SZ10, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras by competitors Olympus and Panasonic. The sensor resolution of the SP-610UZ (14MP) and the SZ10 (16MP) is relatively close and they feature the exact same sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The SP-610UZ was revealed 5 years earlier than the SZ10 which is a fairly large gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Both the cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).

Before going straight into a in depth comparison, below is a brief summation of how the SP-610UZ grades vs the SZ10 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

This is a preview of the gallery photos for Olympus SP-610UZ and Panasonic Lumix DMC-SZ10. The full galleries are viewable at Olympus SP-610UZ Gallery and Panasonic SZ10 Gallery.

For those who are aiming to carry around your camera, you're going to have to take into account its weight and size. The Olympus SP-610UZ offers external measurements of 107mm x 73mm x 73mm (4.2" x 2.9" x 2.9") along with a weight of 405 grams (0.89 lbs) and the Panasonic SZ10 has specifications of 99mm x 60mm x 30mm (3.9" x 2.4" x 1.2") having a weight of 177 grams (0.39 lbs).

Compare the Olympus SP-610UZ vs Panasonic SZ10 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you choose at the time. Following is the front view dimensions comparison of the SP-610UZ vs the SZ10.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability score of the SP-610UZ and SZ10 is 79 and 93 respectively.

More often than not, it's difficult to visualize the difference in sensor sizes purely by researching a spec sheet. The image below will give you a stronger sense of the sensor sizing in the SP-610UZ and SZ10.

Clearly, the 2 cameras posses the exact same sensor measurements albeit different resolution. You should count on the Panasonic SZ10 to result in extra detail because of its extra 2MP. Higher resolution can also enable you to crop pictures somewhat more aggressively. The more aged SP-610UZ will be disadvantaged in sensor innovation.