Olympus SP-810 UZ vs Panasonic GF5

Below, we are reviewing the Olympus SP-810 UZ versus Panasonic GF5, one being a Small Sensor Superzoom and the other is a Entry-Level Mirrorless by brands Olympus and Panasonic. The image resolution of the SP-810 UZ (14MP) and the GF5 (12MP) is very close but the SP-810 UZ (1/2.3") and GF5 (Four Thirds) enjoy totally different sensor sizing.

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The SP-810 UZ was revealed 8 months prior to the GF5 so they are both of a similar generation. Both of the cameras come with different body type with the Olympus SP-810 UZ being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Panasonic GF5 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.

Before we go straight into a thorough comparison, below is a concise view of how the SP-810 UZ grades against the GF5 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Following is a sample of the gallery pics for Olympus SP-810 UZ and Panasonic Lumix DMC-GF5. The full galleries are available at Olympus SP-810 UZ Gallery and Panasonic GF5 Gallery.

If you're aiming to lug around your camera often, you'll have to take into account its weight and dimensions. The Olympus SP-810 UZ enjoys outside dimensions of 106mm x 76mm x 74mm (4.2" x 3.0" x 2.9") having a weight of 413 grams (0.91 lbs) while the Panasonic GF5 has dimensions of 108mm x 67mm x 37mm (4.3" x 2.6" x 1.5") with a weight of 267 grams (0.59 lbs).

Contrast the Olympus SP-810 UZ versus Panasonic GF5 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you have chosen during that time. Underneath is the front view size comparison of the SP-810 UZ vs the GF5.

Using size and weight, the portability rating of the SP-810 UZ and GF5 is 78 and 89 respectively.

Oftentimes, it can be difficult to see the difference in sensor measurements purely by looking through technical specs. The visual underneath will offer you a much better sense of the sensor sizes in the SP-810 UZ and GF5.

As you can tell, both of the cameras have got different megapixels and different sensor measurements. The SP-810 UZ having a smaller sensor will make getting shallow depth of field trickier and the Olympus SP-810 UZ will render extra detail because of its extra 2MP. Greater resolution will help you crop images much more aggressively. The older SP-810 UZ will be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor innovation.