Olympus SP-810 UZ vs Panasonic LX10

Here, we will be reviewing the Olympus SP-810 UZ vs Panasonic LX10, one is a Small Sensor Superzoom and the latter is a Large Sensor Compact by competitors Olympus and Panasonic. There is a significant difference between the image resolutions of the SP-810 UZ (14MP) and LX10 (20MP) and the SP-810 UZ (1/2.3") and LX10 (1") offer totally different sensor dimensions.

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The SP-810 UZ was released 6 years prior to the LX10 which is quite a sizable gap as far as 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 LX10 being a Large Sensor Compact camera.

Before delving right into a more detailed comparison, here is a quick view of how the SP-810 UZ scores versus the LX10 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

This is a preview of the gallery photos for Olympus SP-810 UZ and Panasonic Lumix DMC-LX10. The complete galleries are available at Olympus SP-810 UZ Gallery and Panasonic LX10 Gallery.

When you are intending to travel with your camera regularly, you'll need to think about its weight and volume. The Olympus SP-810 UZ comes with physical measurements 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 LX10 has sizing of 106mm x 60mm x 42mm (4.2" x 2.4" x 1.7") along with a weight of 310 grams (0.68 lbs).

Take a look at the Olympus SP-810 UZ vs Panasonic LX10 in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you have during that time. Below is a front view overall size comparison of the SP-810 UZ and the LX10.

Considering size and weight, the portability score of the SP-810 UZ and LX10 is 78 and 88 respectively.

Generally, it is very difficult to see the contrast between sensor dimensions just by reading through specifications. The image here will help offer you a stronger sense of the sensor measurements in the SP-810 UZ and LX10.

Plainly, both cameras feature different resolutions and different sensor dimensions. The SP-810 UZ due to its tinier sensor will make achieving bokeh trickier and the Panasonic LX10 will give extra detail as a result of its extra 6 Megapixels. Higher resolution will let you crop shots way more aggressively. The more aged SP-810 UZ is going to be disadvantaged in sensor innovation.