Olympus SP-810 UZ vs Panasonic FZ100

Here, we will be analyzing the Olympus SP-810 UZ and Panasonic FZ100, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras by brands Olympus and Panasonic. The image resolution of the SP-810 UZ (14MP) and the FZ100 (14MP) is pretty well matched and both cameras provide the identical sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The SP-810 UZ was launched 13 months later than the FZ100 which makes them a generation apart from one another. Both of the cameras feature the same body design (SLR-like (bridge)).

Before we go straight to a step-by-step comparison, here is a simple view of how the SP-810 UZ matches up versus the FZ100 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

The following is a preview of the gallery images for Olympus SP-810 UZ & Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ100. The complete galleries are available at Olympus SP-810 UZ Gallery & Panasonic FZ100 Gallery.

If you're going to carry your camera, you have to consider its weight and measurements. The Olympus SP-810 UZ has 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) while the Panasonic FZ100 has proportions of 124mm x 82mm x 92mm (4.9" x 3.2" x 3.6") and a weight of 540 grams (1.19 lbs).

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Remember that, the weight of an ILC will vary dependant on the lens you are utilising at the time. Underneath is a front view physical size comparison of the SP-810 UZ compared to the FZ100.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability score of the SP-810 UZ and FZ100 is 78 and 67 respectively.

Quite often, it's hard to envision the difference between sensor sizing simply by reading through specs. The graphic underneath will offer you a better sense of the sensor sizes in the SP-810 UZ and FZ100.

As you can plainly see, both of these cameras feature the identical sensor size and the identical megapixels therefore you can expect similar quality of files though you might want to take the launch date of the products into consideration. The newer SP-810 UZ will have an edge in sensor innovation.