Olympus SP-800 UZ vs Panasonic FZ70

On this page, we will be reviewing the Olympus SP-800 UZ vs Panasonic FZ70, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras by manufacturers Olympus and Panasonic. The sensor resolution of the SP-800 UZ (14MP) and the FZ70 (16MP) is relatively well matched and both cameras boast the same sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The SP-800 UZ was released 4 years prior to the FZ70 which is quite a significant gap as far as tech is concerned. Each of the cameras have different body design with the Olympus SP-800 UZ being a Compact camera and the Panasonic FZ70 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera.

Before delving right into a complete comparison, here is a simple introduction of how the SP-800 UZ scores against the FZ70 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Below is a preview of the gallery photos for Olympus SP-800 UZ and Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ70. The complete galleries are viewable at Olympus SP-800 UZ Gallery and Panasonic FZ70 Gallery.

For those who are looking to travel with your camera frequently, you are going to need to factor its weight and volume. The Olympus SP-800 UZ has got outer measurements of 110mm x 90mm x 91mm (4.3" x 3.5" x 3.6") with a weight of 455 grams (1.00 lbs) whilst the Panasonic FZ70 has sizing of 130mm x 97mm x 118mm (5.1" x 3.8" x 4.6") along with a weight of 606 grams (1.34 lbs).

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Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you have chosen at that time. The following is a front view overall size comparison of the SP-800 UZ and the FZ70.

Considering size and weight, the portability grade of the SP-800 UZ and FZ70 is 69 and 63 respectively.

Often, it is very tough to imagine the difference between sensor dimensions just by reading through specifications. The pic below will help give you a greater sense of the sensor measurements in the SP-800 UZ and FZ70.

Plainly, each of these cameras have the same sensor dimensions albeit different MP. You should count on the Panasonic FZ70 to give greater detail as a result of its extra 2MP. Higher resolution will also allow you to crop pictures a bit more aggressively. The more aged SP-800 UZ is going to be disadvantaged with regard to sensor technology.