Olympus SP-810 UZ vs Panasonic LZ30

The following is a in-depth analysis of the Olympus SP-810 UZ and Panasonic LZ30, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras by brands Olympus and Panasonic. The sensor resolution of the SP-810 UZ (14MP) and the LZ30 (16MP) is pretty comparable and both cameras offer the same sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The SP-810 UZ was announced 17 months before the LZ30 which makes them a generation away from one another. Each of the cameras have the same body design (SLR-like (bridge)).

Before we go into a step-by-step comparison, here is a simple overview of how the SP-810 UZ grades vs the LZ30 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Here is a preview of the gallery images for Olympus SP-810 UZ and Panasonic Lumix DMC-LZ30. The whole galleries are available at Olympus SP-810 UZ Gallery and Panasonic LZ30 Gallery.

For anybody who is aiming to travel with your camera frequently, you need to think about its weight and volume. The Olympus SP-810 UZ enjoys external measurements of 106mm x 76mm x 74mm (4.2" x 3.0" x 2.9") with a weight of 413 grams (0.91 lbs) whilst the Panasonic LZ30 has sizing of 124mm x 84mm x 92mm (4.9" x 3.3" x 3.6") and a weight of 552 grams (1.22 lbs).

Check out the Olympus SP-810 UZ and Panasonic LZ30 in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you have attached at that time. The following is a front view measurement comparison of the SP-810 UZ and the LZ30.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability score of the SP-810 UZ and LZ30 is 78 and 66 respectively.

Typically, its tough to envision the gap in sensor dimensions simply by checking out a spec sheet. The image here might provide you a stronger sense of the sensor measurements in the SP-810 UZ and LZ30.

As you can see, each of the cameras provide the same sensor dimensions albeit not the same MP. You should expect the Panasonic LZ30 to show more detail with its extra 2MP. Higher resolution will allow you to crop photographs more aggressively. The more aged SP-810 UZ will be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor technology.