Olympus SP-810 UZ vs Panasonic LS5

Lets take a deeper look at the Olympus SP-810 UZ vs Panasonic LS5, one is a Small Sensor Superzoom and the latter is a Small Sensor Compact by manufacturers Olympus and Panasonic. The resolution of the SP-810 UZ (14MP) and the LS5 (14MP) is relatively comparable and both cameras provide the identical sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The SP-810 UZ was released about the same time to the LS5 and they are of a similar generation. Both of the cameras feature different body design with the Olympus SP-810 UZ being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Panasonic LS5 being a Compact camera.

Before we go into a more detailed comparison, here is a simple summation of how the SP-810 UZ matches up versus the LS5 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Here is a preview of the gallery photos for Olympus SP-810 UZ and Panasonic Lumix DMC-LS5. The complete galleries are viewable at Olympus SP-810 UZ Gallery and Panasonic LS5 Gallery.

For those who are aiming to travel with your camera regularly, you should factor in its weight and measurements. The Olympus SP-810 UZ comes with exterior dimensions of 106mm x 76mm x 74mm (4.2" x 3.0" x 2.9") accompanied by a weight of 413 grams (0.91 lbs) and the Panasonic LS5 has proportions of 97mm x 62mm x 27mm (3.8" x 2.4" x 1.1") along with a weight of 126 grams (0.28 lbs).

Contrast the Olympus SP-810 UZ vs Panasonic LS5 in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you have at that moment. Underneath is a front view scale comparison of the SP-810 UZ vs the LS5.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the SP-810 UZ and LS5 is 78 and 94 respectively.

Typically, it is tough to envision the contrast in sensor dimensions only by checking out technical specs. The image underneath may provide you a more clear sense of the sensor sizes in the SP-810 UZ and LS5.

As you have seen, each of these cameras come with the identical sensor size and the identical megapixels and you should expect comparable quality of pictures though you should always consider the release date of the cameras into account.