Olympus SP-810 UZ vs Panasonic FX48
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Olympus SP-810 UZ vs Panasonic FX48 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 3200
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 24-864mm (F2.9-5.7) lens
- 413g - 106 x 76 x 74mm
- Launched July 2011
- Old Model is Olympus SP-800 UZ
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.5" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 3200 (Expand to 6400)
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 640 x 480 video
- 25-125mm (F2.8-5.9) lens
- 150g - 95 x 53 x 22mm
- Introduced January 2009
- Also Known as Lumix DMC-FX40

Olympus SP-810 UZ vs Panasonic FX48 Overview
On this page, we are contrasting the Olympus SP-810 UZ and Panasonic FX48, one being a Small Sensor Superzoom and the other is a Small Sensor Compact by brands Olympus and Panasonic. The sensor resolution of the SP-810 UZ (14MP) and the FX48 (12MP) is fairly comparable and both cameras have the same sensor size (1/2.3").

The SP-810 UZ was revealed 2 years later than the FX48 and that is a fairly significant gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Each of these cameras have different body design with the Olympus SP-810 UZ being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Panasonic FX48 being a Compact camera.
Before diving into a complete comparison, here is a simple highlight of how the SP-810 UZ matches up vs the FX48 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Olympus SP-810 UZ vs Panasonic FX48 Gallery
Below is a sample of the gallery pictures for Olympus SP-810 UZ and Panasonic Lumix DMC-FX48. The full galleries are available at Olympus SP-810 UZ Gallery and Panasonic FX48 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Olympus SP-810 UZ over the Panasonic FX48
SP-810 UZ | FX48 | |||
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Introduced | July 2011 | ![]() | January 2009 | Fresher by 31 months |
Display dimensions | 3" | ![]() | 2.5" | Larger display (+0.5") |
Reasons to pick Panasonic FX48 over the Olympus SP-810 UZ
FX48 | SP-810 UZ |
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Common features in the Olympus SP-810 UZ and Panasonic FX48
SP-810 UZ | FX48 | |||
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Manual focus | ![]() | Lack of manual focusing | ||
Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Display resolution | 230k | ![]() | 230k | Same display resolution |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither provides selfie screen | ||
Touch friendly display | ![]() | Lack of Touch friendly display |
Olympus SP-810 UZ vs Panasonic FX48 Physical Comparison
For anybody who is intending to carry your camera often, you should factor its weight and proportions. The Olympus SP-810 UZ provides outer measurements 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 FX48 has measurements of 95mm x 53mm x 22mm (3.7" x 2.1" x 0.9") with a weight of 150 grams (0.33 lbs).
Check out the Olympus SP-810 UZ and Panasonic FX48 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you use at that time. Following is a front view over all size comparison of the SP-810 UZ versus the FX48.

Looking at size and weight, the portability rating of the SP-810 UZ and FX48 is 78 and 95 respectively.

Olympus SP-810 UZ vs Panasonic FX48 Sensor Comparison
Oftentimes, it is hard to picture the gap in sensor sizing purely by going through a spec sheet. The graphic underneath will offer you a stronger sense of the sensor measurements in the SP-810 UZ and FX48.
As you can see, both of these cameras provide the same sensor dimensions but different MP. You should anticipate the Olympus SP-810 UZ to provide extra detail because of its extra 2 Megapixels. Greater resolution will help you crop photos more aggressively. The fresher SP-810 UZ provides an edge in sensor technology.

Olympus SP-810 UZ vs Panasonic FX48 Screen and ViewFinder


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Olympus SP-810 UZ vs Panasonic FX48 Specifications
Olympus SP-810 UZ | Panasonic Lumix DMC-FX48 | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | Olympus | Panasonic |
Model | Olympus SP-810 UZ | Panasonic Lumix DMC-FX48 |
Also called as | - | Lumix DMC-FX40 |
Category | Small Sensor Superzoom | Small Sensor Compact |
Launched | 2011-07-27 | 2009-01-27 |
Physical type | SLR-like (bridge) | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Powered by | TruePic III+ | - |
Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.08 x 4.56mm |
Sensor surface area | 28.1mm² | 27.7mm² |
Sensor resolution | 14MP | 12MP |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Full resolution | 4288 x 3216 | 4000 x 3000 |
Max native ISO | 3200 | 3200 |
Max boosted ISO | - | 6400 |
Min native ISO | 80 | 80 |
RAW photos | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
AF touch | ||
AF continuous | ||
AF single | ||
AF tracking | ||
AF selectice | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
Multi area AF | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detection AF | ||
Contract detection AF | ||
Phase detection AF | ||
Number of focus points | - | 11 |
Cross focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 24-864mm (36.0x) | 25-125mm (5.0x) |
Max aperture | f/2.9-5.7 | f/2.8-5.9 |
Macro focus distance | 5cm | 5cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Type of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen size | 3" | 2.5" |
Resolution of screen | 230k dots | 230k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch function | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 1/4 seconds | 60 seconds |
Highest shutter speed | 1/1200 seconds | 1/3000 seconds |
Continuous shooting rate | 0.7 frames/s | 2.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | - | Yes |
Set WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash range | 6.20 m | 6.00 m |
Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye reduction, Slow Sync |
Hot shoe | ||
AEB | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) | 848 x 480 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) |
Max video resolution | 1280x720 | 640x480 |
Video file format | MPEG-4 | Motion JPEG |
Microphone support | ||
Headphone support | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 413 grams (0.91 pounds) | 150 grams (0.33 pounds) |
Physical dimensions | 106 x 76 x 74mm (4.2" x 3.0" x 2.9") | 95 x 53 x 22mm (3.7" x 2.1" x 0.9") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light score | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery model | Li-50B | - |
Self timer | Yes (12 or 2 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Storage type | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal | SD/MMC/SDHC card, Internal |
Card slots | One | One |
Pricing at launch | $280 | $325 |