Olympus SP-810 UZ vs Panasonic TS1

Here is a in-depth analysis of the Olympus SP-810 UZ and Panasonic TS1, one being a Small Sensor Superzoom and the other is a Waterproof by rivals Olympus and Panasonic. The sensor resolution of the SP-810 UZ (14MP) and the TS1 (12MP) is very similar and both cameras boast the same sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The SP-810 UZ was introduced 2 years later than the TS1 and that is quite a serious gap as far as technology is concerned. Both the cameras have different body design with the Olympus SP-810 UZ being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Panasonic TS1 being a Compact camera.

Before going into a full comparison, here is a simple view of how the SP-810 UZ matches up versus the TS1 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Following is a sample of the gallery pics for Olympus SP-810 UZ and Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS1. The whole galleries are viewable at Olympus SP-810 UZ Gallery and Panasonic TS1 Gallery.

For those who are looking to carry your camera frequently, you're going to have to consider its weight and dimensions. The Olympus SP-810 UZ offers 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) whilst the Panasonic TS1 has dimensions of 98mm x 63mm x 23mm (3.9" x 2.5" x 0.9") having a weight of 189 grams (0.42 lbs).

Look at the Olympus SP-810 UZ and Panasonic TS1 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you are working with at the time. Following is a front view overall size comparison of the SP-810 UZ and the TS1.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the SP-810 UZ and TS1 is 78 and 93 respectively.

More often than not, it's tough to envision the gap between sensor sizing simply by reading specifications. The graphic underneath should provide you a more clear sense of the sensor measurements in the SP-810 UZ and TS1.

Plainly, each of these cameras have the same sensor dimensions but not the same megapixels. You should expect to see the Olympus SP-810 UZ to deliver extra detail using its extra 2MP. Greater resolution can also make it easier to crop images a bit more aggressively. The fresher SP-810 UZ is going to have an edge with regard to sensor innovation.