Olympus SP-610UZ vs Panasonic ZS45

In this write-up, we will be evaluating the Olympus SP-610UZ and Panasonic ZS45, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras by competitors Olympus and Panasonic. The sensor resolution of the SP-610UZ (14MP) and the ZS45 (16MP) is pretty well matched and they enjoy the same exact sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The SP-610UZ was revealed 5 years before the ZS45 which is quite a large gap as far as tech is concerned. Both cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before going straight into a in depth comparison, below is a short summation of how the SP-610UZ grades versus the ZS45 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

The following is a preview of the gallery images for Olympus SP-610UZ and Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS45. The full galleries are available at Olympus SP-610UZ Gallery and Panasonic ZS45 Gallery.

For anyone who is aiming to carry around your camera frequently, you need to factor in its weight and measurements. The Olympus SP-610UZ provides outer dimensions of 107mm x 73mm x 73mm (4.2" x 2.9" x 2.9") with a weight of 405 grams (0.89 lbs) whilst the Panasonic ZS45 has proportions of 108mm x 60mm x 32mm (4.3" x 2.4" x 1.3") with a weight of 249 grams (0.55 lbs).

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Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you are utilising at that moment. Following is the front view dimensions comparison of the SP-610UZ versus the ZS45.

Using size and weight, the portability rating of the SP-610UZ and ZS45 is 79 and 91 respectively.

Oftentimes, it's difficult to visualise the contrast between sensor sizes purely by reading through specifications. The pic underneath may provide you a better sense of the sensor dimensions in the SP-610UZ and ZS45.

Plainly, both of the cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing albeit not the same megapixels. You should expect the Panasonic ZS45 to give more detail because of its extra 2MP. Higher resolution will also allow you to crop pictures far more aggressively. The more aged SP-610UZ is going to be disadvantaged in sensor tech.