Olympus SP-810 UZ vs Olympus 5010

In this write-up, we will be looking at the Olympus SP-810 UZ versus Olympus 5010, one is a Small Sensor Superzoom and the latter is a Ultracompact and they are both sold by Olympus. The sensor resolution of the SP-810 UZ (14MP) and the 5010 (14MP) is relatively similar and they use the same exact sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The SP-810 UZ was manufactured 19 months after the 5010 which makes the cameras a generation away from one another. Both of the cameras offer different body type with the Olympus SP-810 UZ being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Olympus 5010 being a Ultracompact camera.

Before delving straight into a step-by-step comparison, below is a concise overview of how the SP-810 UZ matches up against the 5010 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

The following is a preview of the gallery photos for Olympus SP-810 UZ and Olympus Stylus 5010. The entire galleries are provided at Olympus SP-810 UZ Gallery and Olympus 5010 Gallery.

For those who are looking to travel with your camera often, you are going to need to think about its weight and proportions. The Olympus SP-810 UZ offers external dimensions of 106mm x 76mm x 74mm (4.2" x 3.0" x 2.9") and a weight of 413 grams (0.91 lbs) and the Olympus 5010 has measurements of 95mm x 56mm x 20mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.8") accompanied by a weight of 126 grams (0.28 lbs).

Take a look at the Olympus SP-810 UZ versus Olympus 5010 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you use at the time. Here is the front view physical size comparison of the SP-810 UZ vs the 5010.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability score of the SP-810 UZ and 5010 is 78 and 96 respectively.

More often than not, it can be tough to visualise the gap between sensor dimensions just by reviewing specifications. The picture below will offer you a better sense of the sensor sizes in the SP-810 UZ and 5010.

Plainly, each of the cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing and the identical resolution therefore you should expect similar quality of pictures however you might want to consider the production date of the products into consideration. The more modern SP-810 UZ is going to have a benefit when it comes to sensor tech.