Olympus SP-810 UZ vs Panasonic FZ60

Here is a complete review of the Olympus SP-810 UZ vs Panasonic FZ60, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras by competitors Olympus and Panasonic. The sensor resolution of the SP-810 UZ (14MP) and the FZ60 (16MP) is fairly close and both cameras have the same sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The SP-810 UZ was brought out 11 months prior to the FZ60 and they are both of a similar generation. Both cameras have the same body design (SLR-like (bridge)).

Before we go right into a complete comparison, here is a concise synopsis of how the SP-810 UZ matches up vs the FZ60 for portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Here is a sample of the gallery pictures for Olympus SP-810 UZ and Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ60. The entire galleries are viewable at Olympus SP-810 UZ Gallery and Panasonic FZ60 Gallery.

For those who are going to carry your camera often, you're going to have to take into account its weight and size. The Olympus SP-810 UZ enjoys outer dimensions 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 FZ60 has specifications of 120mm x 81mm x 92mm (4.7" x 3.2" x 3.6") accompanied by a weight of 493 grams (1.09 lbs).

See the Olympus SP-810 UZ vs Panasonic FZ60 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you select at that moment. Underneath is a front view measurement comparison of the SP-810 UZ vs the FZ60.

Considering size and weight, the portability grade of the SP-810 UZ and FZ60 is 78 and 68 respectively.

In many cases, it is very hard to imagine the gap in sensor sizing only by researching technical specs. The photograph below will give you a stronger sense of the sensor sizes in the SP-810 UZ and FZ60.

As you can tell, the 2 cameras provide the same sensor dimensions but different megapixels. You should anticipate the Panasonic FZ60 to render more detail having its extra 2 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also let you crop images more aggressively. The older SP-810 UZ will be behind when it comes to sensor innovation.