Olympus SP-810 UZ vs Panasonic GH1

Here, we are evaluating the Olympus SP-810 UZ and Panasonic GH1, former is a Small Sensor Superzoom while the other is a Advanced Mirrorless by brands Olympus and Panasonic. The image resolution of the SP-810 UZ (14MP) and the GH1 (12MP) is very comparable but the SP-810 UZ (1/2.3") and GH1 (Four Thirds) have different sensor measurements.

Body cameras now worn by bakery staff to deter stealing

The SP-810 UZ was manufactured 2 years after the GH1 which is a fairly big difference as far as camera technology is concerned. The two cameras feature different body design with the Olympus SP-810 UZ being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Panasonic GH1 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera.

Before delving straight to a thorough comparison, here is a simple summary of how the SP-810 UZ scores against the GH1 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Following is a sample of the gallery pics for Olympus SP-810 UZ & Panasonic Lumix DMC-GH1. The entire galleries are viewable at Olympus SP-810 UZ Gallery & Panasonic GH1 Gallery.

If you're looking to carry around your camera regularly, you'll have to consider its weight and volume. The Olympus SP-810 UZ offers physical dimensions of 106mm x 76mm x 74mm (4.2" x 3.0" x 2.9") and a weight of 413 grams (0.91 lbs) and the Panasonic GH1 has sizing of 124mm x 90mm x 45mm (4.9" x 3.5" x 1.8") with a weight of 385 grams (0.85 lbs).

See the Olympus SP-810 UZ and Panasonic GH1 in our brand new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Keep in mind, the weight of an ILC will vary depending on the lens you select at that time. Following is a front view proportions comparison of the SP-810 UZ against the GH1.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the SP-810 UZ and GH1 is 78 and 81 respectively.

Quite often, its hard to visualize the difference in sensor sizes purely by going through specs. The pic underneath should provide you a better sense of the sensor sizes in the SP-810 UZ and GH1.

All in all, the 2 cameras feature different resolutions and different sensor sizes. The SP-810 UZ featuring a smaller sensor is going to make shooting shallower DOF trickier and the Olympus SP-810 UZ will provide extra detail due to its extra 2MP. Greater resolution can also allow you to crop photos way more aggressively. The more modern SP-810 UZ should have an edge with regard to sensor technology.