Olympus SP-810 UZ vs Panasonic FX700

In this article, we are looking at the Olympus SP-810 UZ and Panasonic FX700, former being a Small Sensor Superzoom while the other is a Small Sensor Compact by manufacturers Olympus and Panasonic. The sensor resolution of the SP-810 UZ (14MP) and the FX700 (14MP) is very close and they come with the same exact sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The SP-810 UZ was manufactured 13 months later than the FX700 making the cameras a generation apart from one another. Each of the cameras offer different body type with the Olympus SP-810 UZ being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Panasonic FX700 being a Compact camera.

Before we go straight into a in depth comparison, below is a concise summary of how the SP-810 UZ matches up versus the FX700 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Following is a sample of the gallery pics for Olympus SP-810 UZ & Panasonic Lumix DMC-FX700. The entire galleries are viewable at Olympus SP-810 UZ Gallery & Panasonic FX700 Gallery.

For anybody who is intending to lug around your camera frequently, you should consider its weight and measurements. The Olympus SP-810 UZ features outer 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) whilst the Panasonic FX700 has proportions of 104mm x 56mm x 25mm (4.1" x 2.2" x 1.0") accompanied by a weight of 176 grams (0.39 lbs).

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Always remember, the weight of an ILC will differ dependant on the lens you are utilizing during that time. Below is the front view dimensions comparison of the SP-810 UZ and the FX700.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the SP-810 UZ and FX700 is 78 and 94 respectively.

Normally, it is difficult to visualize the difference in sensor measurements merely by viewing specs. The visual below will provide you a more clear sense of the sensor measurements in the SP-810 UZ and FX700.

As you can plainly see, both cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing and the identical megapixels therefore you can expect comparable quality of files however you might want to factor the age of the cameras into account. The younger SP-810 UZ should have a benefit when it comes to sensor tech.