Olympus SP-810 UZ vs Panasonic FH1

Here, we will be reviewing the Olympus SP-810 UZ and Panasonic FH1, one is a Small Sensor Superzoom and the latter is a Small Sensor Compact by rivals Olympus and Panasonic. The image resolution of the SP-810 UZ (14MP) and the FH1 (12MP) is relatively close and both cameras have the identical sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The SP-810 UZ was unveiled 19 months after the FH1 which makes them a generation away from one another. Both the cameras feature different body design with the Olympus SP-810 UZ being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Panasonic FH1 being a Compact camera.

Before delving right into a step-by-step comparison, here is a quick overview of how the SP-810 UZ grades against the FH1 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Below is a preview of the gallery photos for Olympus SP-810 UZ and Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH1. The full galleries are provided at Olympus SP-810 UZ Gallery and Panasonic FH1 Gallery.

In case you're aiming to carry around your camera frequently, you will need to factor its weight and dimensions. The Olympus SP-810 UZ offers physical 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) and the Panasonic FH1 has dimensions of 98mm x 55mm x 23mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 0.9") and a weight of 163 grams (0.36 lbs).

See the Olympus SP-810 UZ and Panasonic FH1 in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you are utilizing at the time. Underneath is a front view measurements comparison of the SP-810 UZ and the FH1.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the SP-810 UZ and FH1 is 78 and 95 respectively.

Sometimes, it's tough to imagine the gap in sensor sizes just by viewing specifications. The picture here might give you a much better sense of the sensor sizing in the SP-810 UZ and FH1.

Plainly, both of these cameras come with the identical sensor size albeit different megapixels. You should count on the Olympus SP-810 UZ to result in extra detail having an extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution will make it easier to crop shots a good deal more aggressively. The more modern SP-810 UZ provides a benefit in sensor innovation.