Olympus SP-810 UZ vs Panasonic FH5

Let's look more closely at the Olympus SP-810 UZ versus Panasonic FH5, one is a Small Sensor Superzoom and the other is a Small Sensor Compact by manufacturers Olympus and Panasonic. The image resolution of the SP-810 UZ (14MP) and the FH5 (16MP) is very close and they possess the same exact sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The SP-810 UZ was revealed 7 months after the FH5 and they are of a similar generation. Both of these cameras offer different body type with the Olympus SP-810 UZ being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Panasonic FH5 being a Compact camera.

Before we go straight into a comprehensive comparison, below is a simple summary of how the SP-810 UZ grades vs the FH5 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Here is a sample of the gallery pics for Olympus SP-810 UZ and Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH5. The full galleries are provided at Olympus SP-810 UZ Gallery and Panasonic FH5 Gallery.

For those who are aiming to carry around your camera often, you will want to consider its weight and measurements. The Olympus SP-810 UZ features physical measurements of 106mm x 76mm x 74mm (4.2" x 3.0" x 2.9") along with a weight of 413 grams (0.91 lbs) and the Panasonic FH5 has proportions of 94mm x 54mm x 19mm (3.7" x 2.1" x 0.7") along with a weight of 121 grams (0.27 lbs).

See the Olympus SP-810 UZ versus Panasonic FH5 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you use at the time. The following is the front view size comparison of the SP-810 UZ versus the FH5.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability score of the SP-810 UZ and FH5 is 78 and 96 respectively.

Typically, it is difficult to picture the contrast in sensor sizes simply by researching a spec sheet. The pic here may give you a clearer sense of the sensor measurements in the SP-810 UZ and FH5.

As you can see, the two cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing but different megapixels. You should expect to see the Panasonic FH5 to render greater detail because of its extra 2MP. Greater resolution can also help you crop pics a little more aggressively. The more recent SP-810 UZ should have an advantage in sensor innovation.