Olympus SP-810 UZ vs Olympus SZ-10

Its time to look more closely at the Olympus SP-810 UZ vs Olympus SZ-10, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras and both are sold by Olympus. The image resolution of the SP-810 UZ (14MP) and the SZ-10 (14MP) is very well matched and both cameras provide the same sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The SP-810 UZ was brought out 6 months later than the SZ-10 and they are both of a similar generation. Both cameras have different body design with the Olympus SP-810 UZ being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Olympus SZ-10 being a Compact camera.

Before getting straight to a in depth comparison, here is a brief summary of how the SP-810 UZ grades vs the SZ-10 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Here is a sample of the gallery pics for Olympus SP-810 UZ and Olympus SZ-10. The entire galleries are provided at Olympus SP-810 UZ Gallery and Olympus SZ-10 Gallery.

When you are intending to carry your camera often, you will have to factor in its weight and proportions. The Olympus SP-810 UZ provides exterior measurements of 106mm x 76mm x 74mm (4.2" x 3.0" x 2.9") accompanied by a weight of 413 grams (0.91 lbs) while the Olympus SZ-10 has measurements of 106mm x 67mm x 38mm (4.2" x 2.6" x 1.5") having a weight of 215 grams (0.47 lbs).

Check out the Olympus SP-810 UZ vs Olympus SZ-10 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you are employing at the time. Following is a front view measurement comparison of the SP-810 UZ versus the SZ-10.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability score of the SP-810 UZ and SZ-10 is 78 and 90 respectively.

Sometimes, it can be hard to see the gap between sensor sizing just by looking at specifications. The graphic here should provide you a far better sense of the sensor sizing in the SP-810 UZ and SZ-10.

To sum up, both of those cameras provide the same sensor dimensions and the same megapixels and you should expect similar quality of pictures however you should always take the release date of the products into consideration.