Olympus SP-810 UZ vs Panasonic FS25

Following is a in-depth comparison of the Olympus SP-810 UZ versus Panasonic FS25, former is a Small Sensor Superzoom while the other is a Small Sensor Compact by rivals Olympus and Panasonic. The image resolution of the SP-810 UZ (14MP) and the FS25 (12MP) is fairly comparable and both cameras offer the identical sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The SP-810 UZ was announced 2 years after the FS25 which is a fairly sizable difference as far as camera tech is concerned. Each of the cameras feature different body design with the Olympus SP-810 UZ being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Panasonic FS25 being a Compact camera.

Before we go right into a in-depth comparison, here is a quick introduction of how the SP-810 UZ matches up vs the FS25 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Olympus SP-810 UZ & Panasonic Lumix DMC-FS25. The whole galleries are viewable at Olympus SP-810 UZ Gallery & Panasonic FS25 Gallery.

For anybody who is intending to carry around your camera regularly, you need to consider its weight and measurements. The Olympus SP-810 UZ features exterior dimensions of 106mm x 76mm x 74mm (4.2" x 3.0" x 2.9") with a weight of 413 grams (0.91 lbs) and the Panasonic FS25 has proportions of 97mm x 58mm x 22mm (3.8" x 2.3" x 0.9") and a weight of 148 grams (0.33 lbs).

Compare the Olympus SP-810 UZ versus Panasonic FS25 in our completely new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into account, the weight of an ILC will vary dependant on the lens you use at that time. The following is a front view proportions comparison of the SP-810 UZ vs the FS25.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability rating of the SP-810 UZ and FS25 is 78 and 95 respectively.

Usually, it's hard to see the difference in sensor sizes just by seeing a spec sheet. The pic here should offer you a far better sense of the sensor sizes in the SP-810 UZ and FS25.

As you can see, each of these cameras come with the identical sensor size but not the same resolution. You can anticipate the Olympus SP-810 UZ to show extra detail with its extra 2 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also enable you to crop images a good deal more aggressively. The younger SP-810 UZ is going to have an edge in sensor tech.