Olympus SP-800 UZ vs Panasonic GF2

On this page, we are contrasting the Olympus SP-800 UZ versus Panasonic GF2, one being a Small Sensor Superzoom and the other is a Entry-Level Mirrorless by brands Olympus and Panasonic. The sensor resolution of the SP-800 UZ (14MP) and the GF2 (12MP) is fairly similar but the SP-800 UZ (1/2.3") and GF2 (Four Thirds) offer different sensor sizing.

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The SP-800 UZ was manufactured 12 months before the GF2 which means that they are both 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 GF2 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.

Before delving straight to a thorough comparison, here is a short highlight of how the SP-800 UZ matches up versus the GF2 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Here is a sample of the gallery pictures for Olympus SP-800 UZ and Panasonic Lumix DMC-GF2. The entire galleries are provided at Olympus SP-800 UZ Gallery and Panasonic GF2 Gallery.

When you are intending to carry your camera often, you're going to have to factor its weight and proportions. The Olympus SP-800 UZ offers physical 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) and the Panasonic GF2 has measurements of 113mm x 68mm x 33mm (4.4" x 2.7" x 1.3") having a weight of 310 grams (0.68 lbs).

Compare the Olympus SP-800 UZ versus Panasonic GF2 in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you are utilizing during that time. Here is a front view dimensions comparison of the SP-800 UZ versus the GF2.

Considering size and weight, the portability grade of the SP-800 UZ and GF2 is 69 and 88 respectively.

Oftentimes, it is tough to imagine the gap between sensor sizing simply by going over a spec sheet. The photograph underneath will offer you a greater sense of the sensor sizes in the SP-800 UZ and GF2.

Clearly, each of these cameras have different megapixel count and different sensor sizing. The SP-800 UZ because of its tinier sensor is going to make shooting shallow DOF more difficult and the Olympus SP-800 UZ will deliver more detail due to its extra 2 Megapixels. Greater resolution will let you crop images a bit more aggressively. The older SP-800 UZ is going to be behind when it comes to sensor innovation.