Olympus SP-810 UZ vs Panasonic TS1
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Olympus SP-810 UZ vs Panasonic TS1 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 3200
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 24-864mm (F2.9-5.7) lens
- 413g - 106 x 76 x 74mm
- Announced July 2011
- Succeeded the Olympus SP-800 UZ
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 28-128mm (F3.3-5.9) lens
- 189g - 98 x 63 x 23mm
- Launched January 2009
- Alternate Name is Lumix DMC-FT1
- Newer Model is Panasonic TS2

Olympus SP-810 UZ vs Panasonic TS1 Overview
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").

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.

Olympus SP-810 UZ vs Panasonic TS1 Gallery
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.
Reasons to pick Olympus SP-810 UZ over the Panasonic TS1
SP-810 UZ | TS1 | |||
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Launched | July 2011 | ![]() | January 2009 | Fresher by 31 months |
Display dimensions | 3" | ![]() | 2.7" | Larger display (+0.3") |
Reasons to pick Panasonic TS1 over the Olympus SP-810 UZ
TS1 | SP-810 UZ |
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Common features in the Olympus SP-810 UZ and Panasonic TS1
SP-810 UZ | TS1 | |||
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Focus manually | ![]() | No manual focusing | ||
Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Display resolution | 230k | ![]() | 230k | Exact same display resolution |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Absent selfie screen | ||
Touch display | ![]() | Absent Touch display |
Olympus SP-810 UZ vs Panasonic TS1 Physical Comparison
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.

Olympus SP-810 UZ vs Panasonic TS1 Sensor Comparison
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.

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Olympus SP-810 UZ vs Panasonic TS1 Specifications
Olympus SP-810 UZ | Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS1 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | Olympus | Panasonic |
Model type | Olympus SP-810 UZ | Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS1 |
Also called | - | Lumix DMC-FT1 |
Class | Small Sensor Superzoom | Waterproof |
Announced | 2011-07-27 | 2009-01-27 |
Body design | SLR-like (bridge) | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Chip | TruePic III+ | - |
Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.08 x 4.56mm |
Sensor area | 28.1mm² | 27.7mm² |
Sensor resolution | 14 megapixel | 12 megapixel |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Maximum resolution | 4288 x 3216 | 4000 x 3000 |
Maximum native ISO | 3200 | 6400 |
Minimum native ISO | 80 | 80 |
RAW pictures | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detection focus | ||
Contract detection focus | ||
Phase detection focus | ||
Total focus points | - | 11 |
Cross type focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 24-864mm (36.0x) | 28-128mm (4.6x) |
Highest aperture | f/2.9-5.7 | f/3.3-5.9 |
Macro focusing range | 5cm | 5cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen size | 3" | 2.7" |
Screen resolution | 230k dot | 230k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch function | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 1/4s | 60s |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/1200s | 1/1300s |
Continuous shooting speed | 0.7fps | 2.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Set white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash distance | 6.20 m | - |
Flash options | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Syncro |
External flash | ||
AEB | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 848 x 480 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) |
Maximum video resolution | 1280x720 | 1280x720 |
Video data format | MPEG-4 | AVCHD Lite |
Microphone jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental seal | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 413 gr (0.91 pounds) | 189 gr (0.42 pounds) |
Physical dimensions | 106 x 76 x 74mm (4.2" x 3.0" x 2.9") | 98 x 63 x 23mm (3.9" x 2.5" x 0.9") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light rating | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery ID | Li-50B | - |
Self timer | Yes (12 or 2 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal | SD/MMC/SDHC, Internal |
Storage slots | One | One |
Launch price | $280 | $380 |