Olympus SP-610UZ vs Panasonic ZS70

Lets take a closer look at the Olympus SP-610UZ versus Panasonic ZS70, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras by rivals Olympus and Panasonic. There exists a big gap among the sensor resolutions of the SP-610UZ (14MP) and ZS70 (20MP) but both cameras provide the same sensor size (1/2.3").

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The SP-610UZ was introduced 7 years prior to the ZS70 and that is a fairly big gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Each of these cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before we go straight to a full comparison, here is a short synopsis of how the SP-610UZ grades versus the ZS70 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

This is a sample of the gallery pictures for Olympus SP-610UZ and Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS70. The whole galleries are viewable at Olympus SP-610UZ Gallery and Panasonic ZS70 Gallery.

For anyone who is looking to carry your camera often, you'll need to take into account its weight and proportions. The Olympus SP-610UZ has got outer dimensions of 107mm x 73mm x 73mm (4.2" x 2.9" x 2.9") along with a weight of 405 grams (0.89 lbs) while the Panasonic ZS70 has measurements of 112mm x 67mm x 41mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 1.6") having a weight of 322 grams (0.71 lbs).

Look at the Olympus SP-610UZ versus Panasonic ZS70 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you choose at that time. Underneath is a front view scale comparison of the SP-610UZ versus the ZS70.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the SP-610UZ and ZS70 is 79 and 87 respectively.

Sometimes, it's tough to imagine the contrast in sensor sizing simply by checking out a spec sheet. The graphic underneath might give you a much better sense of the sensor dimensions in the SP-610UZ and ZS70.

As you can see, both of these cameras have the same sensor dimensions but different resolution. You should anticipate the Panasonic ZS70 to show extra detail using its extra 6 Megapixels. Greater resolution will help you crop images a bit more aggressively. The older SP-610UZ will be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor tech.