Olympus SP-810 UZ vs Panasonic SZ5

Let's take a deeper look at the Olympus SP-810 UZ versus Panasonic SZ5, one being 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 SZ5 (14MP) is pretty similar and they possess the exact same sensor size (1/2.3").

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The SP-810 UZ was launched 11 months earlier than the SZ5 which means that they are both of a similar generation. Both cameras come with different body type with the Olympus SP-810 UZ being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Panasonic SZ5 being a Compact camera.

Before we go in to a complete comparison, below is a brief summation of how the SP-810 UZ matches up versus the SZ5 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Below is a preview of the gallery images for Olympus SP-810 UZ and Panasonic Lumix DMC-SZ5. The complete galleries are provided at Olympus SP-810 UZ Gallery and Panasonic SZ5 Gallery.

If you are looking to lug around your camera regularly, you should factor in its weight and size. The Olympus SP-810 UZ offers external 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) whilst the Panasonic SZ5 has specifications of 104mm x 58mm x 21mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 0.8") along with a weight of 136 grams (0.30 lbs).

Contrast the Olympus SP-810 UZ versus Panasonic SZ5 in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you are utilizing at the time. Here is the front view dimension comparison of the SP-810 UZ against the SZ5.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the SP-810 UZ and SZ5 is 78 and 95 respectively.

Typically, its hard to visualise the contrast between sensor measurements simply by reviewing specs. The photograph here may give you a better sense of the sensor sizing in the SP-810 UZ and SZ5.

As you can plainly see, both of those cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements and the same MP therefore you should expect similar quality of photos though you have to factor the release date of the products into consideration. The older SP-810 UZ is going to be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor tech.