Olympus SP-810 UZ vs Panasonic FZ1000 II

Following is a thorough overview of the Olympus SP-810 UZ versus Panasonic FZ1000 II, one is a Small Sensor Superzoom and the latter is a Large Sensor Superzoom by rivals Olympus and Panasonic. There is a sizeable difference between the sensor resolutions of the SP-810 UZ (14MP) and FZ1000 II (20MP) and the SP-810 UZ (1/2.3") and FZ1000 II (1") enjoy totally different sensor measurements.

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The SP-810 UZ was launched 8 years earlier than the FZ1000 II which is quite a large gap as far as tech is concerned. Both cameras come with the identical body type (SLR-like (bridge)).

Before we go in to a thorough comparison, below is a brief view of how the SP-810 UZ scores versus the FZ1000 II in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

The following is a preview of the gallery images for Olympus SP-810 UZ and Panasonic Lumix DC-FZ1000 II. The complete galleries are viewable at Olympus SP-810 UZ Gallery and Panasonic FZ1000 II Gallery.

When you are intending to carry around your camera often, you need to factor in its weight and measurements. The Olympus SP-810 UZ features physical dimensions of 106mm x 76mm x 74mm (4.2" x 3.0" x 2.9") accompanied by a weight of 413 grams (0.91 lbs) whilst the Panasonic FZ1000 II has proportions of 136mm x 97mm x 132mm (5.4" x 3.8" x 5.2") along with a weight of 808 grams (1.78 lbs).

Check the Olympus SP-810 UZ versus Panasonic FZ1000 II in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you select during that time. Here is the front view size comparison of the SP-810 UZ against the FZ1000 II.

Considering size and weight, the portability grade of the SP-810 UZ and FZ1000 II is 78 and 55 respectively.

Oftentimes, it is very tough to see the contrast between sensor sizes simply by checking technical specs. The image underneath will help provide you a more clear sense of the sensor sizes in the SP-810 UZ and FZ1000 II.

As you have seen, both cameras have got different megapixel count and different sensor sizes. The SP-810 UZ due to its tinier sensor will make shooting shallow depth of field trickier and the Panasonic FZ1000 II will resolve extra detail utilizing its extra 6MP. Higher resolution will also make it easier to crop shots much more aggressively. The more aged SP-810 UZ is going to be behind in sensor innovation.