Olympus SP-810 UZ vs Panasonic GX85

Here, we are comparing the Olympus SP-810 UZ vs Panasonic GX85, one is a Small Sensor Superzoom and the other is a Advanced Mirrorless by brands Olympus and Panasonic. The image resolution of the SP-810 UZ (14MP) and the GX85 (16MP) is fairly close but the SP-810 UZ (1/2.3") and GX85 (Four Thirds) offer totally different sensor dimensions.

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The SP-810 UZ was released 5 years prior to the GX85 which is a fairly significant gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Both of the cameras feature different body design with the Olympus SP-810 UZ being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Panasonic GX85 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.

Before getting right into a complete comparison, here is a quick highlight of how the SP-810 UZ matches up against the GX85 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

This is a sample of the gallery pictures for Olympus SP-810 UZ and Panasonic Lumix DMC-GX85. The complete galleries are viewable at Olympus SP-810 UZ Gallery and Panasonic GX85 Gallery.

When you are intending to travel with your camera frequently, you will need to think about its weight and size. The Olympus SP-810 UZ features exterior measurements of 106mm x 76mm x 74mm (4.2" x 3.0" x 2.9") along with a weight of 413 grams (0.91 lbs) while the Panasonic GX85 has specifications of 122mm x 71mm x 44mm (4.8" x 2.8" x 1.7") having a weight of 426 grams (0.94 lbs).

Compare the Olympus SP-810 UZ vs Panasonic GX85 in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you are utilizing at that moment. Underneath is a front view physical size comparison of the SP-810 UZ vs the GX85.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability rating of the SP-810 UZ and GX85 is 78 and 83 respectively.

Oftentimes, its hard to envision the contrast in sensor dimensions simply by looking through a spec sheet. The picture here will help offer you a clearer sense of the sensor measurements in the SP-810 UZ and GX85.

Clearly, both cameras feature different resolutions and different sensor dimensions. The SP-810 UZ because of its smaller sensor will make getting shallower DOF trickier and the Panasonic GX85 will provide you with more detail as a result of its extra 2MP. Greater resolution can also let you crop images way more aggressively. The more aged SP-810 UZ will be behind when it comes to sensor technology.