Olympus SP-800 UZ vs Panasonic G2

Its time to take a closer look at the Olympus SP-800 UZ and Panasonic G2, one is a Small Sensor Superzoom and the other is a Entry-Level Mirrorless by brands Olympus and Panasonic. The image resolution of the SP-800 UZ (14MP) and the G2 (12MP) is very well matched but the SP-800 UZ (1/2.3") and G2 (Four Thirds) provide different sensor dimensions.

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The SP-800 UZ was brought out 5 months earlier than the G2 so they are of a similar generation. Both of the cameras have different body design with the Olympus SP-800 UZ being a Compact camera and the Panasonic G2 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera.

Before we go right into a in depth comparison, here is a simple highlight of how the SP-800 UZ matches up vs the G2 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Below is a sample of the gallery pics for Olympus SP-800 UZ and Panasonic Lumix DMC-G2. The entire galleries are viewable at Olympus SP-800 UZ Gallery and Panasonic G2 Gallery.

If you are intending to carry around your camera often, you will have to factor in its weight and proportions. The Olympus SP-800 UZ enjoys outer dimensions of 110mm x 90mm x 91mm (4.3" x 3.5" x 3.6") along with a weight of 455 grams (1.00 lbs) while the Panasonic G2 has measurements of 124mm x 84mm x 74mm (4.9" x 3.3" x 2.9") having a weight of 428 grams (0.94 lbs).

Analyze the Olympus SP-800 UZ and Panasonic G2 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you are employing during that time. Here is a front view dimensions comparison of the SP-800 UZ versus the G2.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the SP-800 UZ and G2 is 69 and 72 respectively.

Normally, its tough to picture the contrast between sensor sizes just by reading through a spec sheet. The image below might offer you a far better sense of the sensor sizes in the SP-800 UZ and G2.

As you can see, each of these cameras provide different resolutions and different sensor sizes. The SP-800 UZ featuring a tinier sensor is going to make shooting bokeh more challenging and the Olympus SP-800 UZ will give you greater detail having its extra 2 Megapixels. Greater resolution will help you crop photos more aggressively.