Olympus SP-810 UZ vs Panasonic ZS1

In this article, we are reviewing the Olympus SP-810 UZ vs Panasonic ZS1, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras by rivals Olympus and Panasonic. There exists a sizeable gap among the sensor resolutions of the SP-810 UZ (14MP) and ZS1 (10MP) and the SP-810 UZ (1/2.3") and ZS1 (1/2.5") come with different sensor measurements.

Photography Glossary

The SP-810 UZ was launched 2 years after the ZS1 which is a fairly large gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Each of the cameras offer different body type with the Olympus SP-810 UZ being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Panasonic ZS1 being a Compact camera.

Before diving through a in depth comparison, below is a simple view of how the SP-810 UZ grades against the ZS1 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Olympus SP-810 UZ and Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS1. The complete galleries are provided at Olympus SP-810 UZ Gallery and Panasonic ZS1 Gallery.

For those who are looking to carry around your camera, you'll have to factor its weight and size. The Olympus SP-810 UZ enjoys 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) and the Panasonic ZS1 has specifications of 103mm x 60mm x 33mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.3") and a weight of 229 grams (0.50 lbs).

Analyze the Olympus SP-810 UZ vs Panasonic ZS1 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you have attached at that moment. Here is the front view physical size comparison of the SP-810 UZ against the ZS1.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability score of the SP-810 UZ and ZS1 is 78 and 91 respectively.

More often than not, it is very hard to imagine the gap in sensor sizes purely by viewing specifications. The image here will help provide you a much better sense of the sensor sizing in the SP-810 UZ and ZS1.

To sum up, the 2 cameras enjoy different megapixels and different sensor sizes. The SP-810 UZ due to its larger sensor is going to make shooting bokeh less difficult and the Olympus SP-810 UZ will provide you with greater detail utilizing its extra 4 Megapixels. Greater resolution will let you crop images far more aggressively. The newer SP-810 UZ provides an advantage with regard to sensor innovation.