Olympus SP-810 UZ vs Panasonic GX1

Here is a comprehensive analysis of the Olympus SP-810 UZ versus Panasonic GX1, one being a Small Sensor Superzoom and the other is a Entry-Level Mirrorless by companies Olympus and Panasonic. The image resolution of the SP-810 UZ (14MP) and the GX1 (16MP) is fairly comparable but the SP-810 UZ (1/2.3") and GX1 (Four Thirds) offer different sensor dimensions.

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The SP-810 UZ was announced 6 months earlier than the GX1 which means that they are both of a similar generation. Both cameras feature different body design with the Olympus SP-810 UZ being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Panasonic GX1 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.

Before delving straight to a complete comparison, here is a quick introduction of how the SP-810 UZ grades versus the GX1 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Here is a sample of the gallery pictures for Olympus SP-810 UZ and Panasonic Lumix DMC-GX1. The whole galleries are provided at Olympus SP-810 UZ Gallery and Panasonic GX1 Gallery.

For those who are going to carry your camera often, you are going to need to factor its weight and measurements. The Olympus SP-810 UZ features external dimensions 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 GX1 has proportions of 116mm x 68mm x 39mm (4.6" x 2.7" x 1.5") accompanied by a weight of 318 grams (0.70 lbs).

Compare the Olympus SP-810 UZ versus Panasonic GX1 in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you have chosen at that moment. Underneath is a front view overall size comparison of the SP-810 UZ compared to the GX1.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability rating of the SP-810 UZ and GX1 is 78 and 87 respectively.

Oftentimes, it is very tough to visualize the gap in sensor sizing merely by seeing specifications. The graphic underneath will help offer you a stronger sense of the sensor sizes in the SP-810 UZ and GX1.

To sum up, both of the cameras feature different resolutions and different sensor sizing. The SP-810 UZ using its smaller sensor is going to make shooting shallower DOF trickier and the Panasonic GX1 will produce extra detail with its extra 2MP. Greater resolution can also enable you to crop photos way more aggressively.