Olympus SP-810 UZ vs Panasonic GF2

Following is a complete assessment of the Olympus SP-810 UZ versus Panasonic GF2, one is a Small Sensor Superzoom and the latter is a Entry-Level Mirrorless by rivals Olympus and Panasonic. The sensor resolution of the SP-810 UZ (14MP) and the GF2 (12MP) is relatively close but the SP-810 UZ (1/2.3") and GF2 (Four Thirds) enjoy different sensor measurements.

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The SP-810 UZ was manufactured 6 months after the GF2 so they are of a similar generation. Both cameras offer different body type with the Olympus SP-810 UZ being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Panasonic GF2 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.

Before we go straight into a complete comparison, below is a concise summary of how the SP-810 UZ grades versus the GF2 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

The following is a preview of the gallery photos for Olympus SP-810 UZ and Panasonic Lumix DMC-GF2. The entire galleries are provided at Olympus SP-810 UZ Gallery and Panasonic GF2 Gallery.

When you are planning to carry around your camera, you should consider its weight and proportions. The Olympus SP-810 UZ offers exterior measurements of 106mm x 76mm x 74mm (4.2" x 3.0" x 2.9") and a weight of 413 grams (0.91 lbs) while the Panasonic GF2 has measurements of 113mm x 68mm x 33mm (4.4" x 2.7" x 1.3") with a weight of 310 grams (0.68 lbs).

Contrast the Olympus SP-810 UZ versus Panasonic GF2 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you are employing at that time. The following is the front view dimension comparison of the SP-810 UZ compared to the GF2.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the SP-810 UZ and GF2 is 78 and 88 respectively.

Sometimes, it is very difficult to visualize the contrast in sensor sizes purely by looking through specs. The image underneath will offer you a clearer sense of the sensor sizing in the SP-810 UZ and GF2.

All in all, each of these cameras enjoy different resolutions and different sensor sizes. The SP-810 UZ because of its smaller sensor is going to make achieving bokeh more difficult and the Olympus SP-810 UZ will render greater detail due to its extra 2MP. Higher resolution can also let you crop photographs far more aggressively.