Olympus SP-810 UZ vs Panasonic G2

On this page, we will be reviewing the Olympus SP-810 UZ and Panasonic G2, former being a Small Sensor Superzoom while the latter is a Entry-Level Mirrorless by rivals Olympus and Panasonic. The sensor resolution of the SP-810 UZ (14MP) and the G2 (12MP) is relatively comparable but the SP-810 UZ (1/2.3") and G2 (Four Thirds) provide different sensor dimensions.

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The SP-810 UZ was unveiled 13 months later than the G2 which makes them a generation apart from one another. The two cameras have different body design with the Olympus SP-810 UZ being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Panasonic G2 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera.

Before we go right into a more detailed comparison, here is a concise synopsis of how the SP-810 UZ grades versus the G2 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Below is a preview of the gallery photos for Olympus SP-810 UZ & Panasonic Lumix DMC-G2. The full galleries are available at Olympus SP-810 UZ Gallery & Panasonic G2 Gallery.

For anybody who is going to lug around your camera regularly, you need to factor in its weight and proportions. The Olympus SP-810 UZ provides outer dimensions of 106mm x 76mm x 74mm (4.2" x 3.0" x 2.9") with a weight of 413 grams (0.91 lbs) whilst the Panasonic G2 has measurements of 124mm x 84mm x 74mm (4.9" x 3.3" x 2.9") and a weight of 428 grams (0.94 lbs).

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Take into consideration, the weight of an ILC will change dependant on the lens you are employing at that moment. Here is a front view measurements comparison of the SP-810 UZ vs the G2.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the SP-810 UZ and G2 is 78 and 72 respectively.

Normally, it can be hard to imagine the difference in sensor measurements simply by going through a spec sheet. The graphic below should provide you a stronger sense of the sensor dimensions in the SP-810 UZ and G2.

As you can see, the 2 cameras have different megapixels and different sensor measurements. The SP-810 UZ having a smaller sensor is going to make shooting shallow depth of field harder and the Olympus SP-810 UZ will provide greater detail having an extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also make it easier to crop pictures a bit more aggressively. The fresher SP-810 UZ should have an advantage when it comes to sensor tech.