Olympus SP-810 UZ vs Panasonic ZS20
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Olympus SP-810 UZ vs Panasonic ZS20 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 3200
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 24-864mm (F2.9-5.7) lens
- 413g - 106 x 76 x 74mm
- Launched July 2011
- Succeeded the Olympus SP-800 UZ
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 24-480mm (F3.3-6.4) lens
- 206g - 105 x 59 x 28mm
- Revealed April 2012
- Additionally Known as Lumix DMC-TZ30
- Older Model is Panasonic ZS15
- Replacement is Panasonic ZS25
Olympus SP-810 UZ vs Panasonic ZS20 Overview
Below, we are contrasting the Olympus SP-810 UZ vs Panasonic ZS20, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras by rivals Olympus and Panasonic. The image resolution of the SP-810 UZ (14MP) and the ZS20 (14MP) is very well matched and they possess the exact same sensor dimensions (1/2.3").
Snapchat Adds Watermarks to AI-Created ImagesThe SP-810 UZ was launched 9 months earlier than the ZS20 so they are both of a similar generation. Both of the cameras come with different body type with the Olympus SP-810 UZ being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Panasonic ZS20 being a Compact camera.
Before getting straight into a complete comparison, below is a quick introduction of how the SP-810 UZ grades versus the ZS20 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.
Olympus SP-810 UZ vs Panasonic ZS20 Gallery
This is a sample of the gallery pics for Olympus SP-810 UZ and Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS20. The complete galleries are available at Olympus SP-810 UZ Gallery and Panasonic ZS20 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Olympus SP-810 UZ over the Panasonic ZS20
SP-810 UZ | ZS20 |
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Reasons to pick Panasonic ZS20 over the Olympus SP-810 UZ
ZS20 | SP-810 UZ | |||
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Revealed | April 2012 | July 2011 | Fresher by 9 months | |
Display resolution | 460k | 230k | Crisper display (+230k dot) | |
Touch friendly display | Easily navigate |
Common features in the Olympus SP-810 UZ and Panasonic ZS20
SP-810 UZ | ZS20 | |||
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Focus manually | No manual focusing | |||
Display type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed display | |
Display dimension | 3" | 3" | Identical display sizing | |
Selfie screen | Neither offers selfie screen |
Olympus SP-810 UZ vs Panasonic ZS20 Physical Comparison
For anyone who is aiming to carry your camera often, you're going to have to think about its weight and size. The Olympus SP-810 UZ offers external dimensions 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 ZS20 has specifications of 105mm x 59mm x 28mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.1") having a weight of 206 grams (0.45 lbs).
Contrast the Olympus SP-810 UZ vs Panasonic ZS20 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you have chosen during that time. Following is the front view size comparison of the SP-810 UZ compared to the ZS20.
Considering size and weight, the portability grade of the SP-810 UZ and ZS20 is 78 and 92 respectively.
Olympus SP-810 UZ vs Panasonic ZS20 Sensor Comparison
Often, its tough to see the difference between sensor sizing only by reading through specs. The photograph below may provide you a clearer sense of the sensor dimensions in the SP-810 UZ and ZS20.
All in all, both cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements and the exact same MP so you should expect similar quality of files though you really should take the release date of the products into consideration. The older SP-810 UZ is going to be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor innovation.
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Olympus SP-810 UZ vs Panasonic ZS20 Specifications
Olympus SP-810 UZ | Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS20 | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | Olympus | Panasonic |
Model type | Olympus SP-810 UZ | Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS20 |
Alternative name | - | Lumix DMC-TZ30 |
Class | Small Sensor Superzoom | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Launched | 2011-07-27 | 2012-04-26 |
Body design | SLR-like (bridge) | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor Chip | TruePic III+ | - |
Sensor type | CCD | CMOS |
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 | 14MP | 14MP |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Max resolution | 4288 x 3216 | 4320 x 3240 |
Max native ISO | 3200 | 6400 |
Lowest native ISO | 80 | 100 |
RAW pictures | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
AF touch | ||
Continuous AF | ||
Single AF | ||
AF tracking | ||
Selective AF | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
AF multi area | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detect AF | ||
Contract detect AF | ||
Phase detect AF | ||
Total focus points | - | 23 |
Cross type focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 24-864mm (36.0x) | 24-480mm (20.0x) |
Maximum aperture | f/2.9-5.7 | f/3.3-6.4 |
Macro focusing distance | 5cm | 3cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Range of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display size | 3 inch | 3 inch |
Display resolution | 230k dot | 460k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch functionality | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 1/4 secs | 15 secs |
Max shutter speed | 1/1200 secs | 1/2000 secs |
Continuous shutter speed | 0.7 frames/s | 10.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | - | Yes |
Change WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash distance | 6.20 m | 6.40 m |
Flash settings | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Syncro |
Hot shoe | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) | 1920 x 1080 (60 fps), 1280 x 720 (60, 30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (220 fps) |
Max video resolution | 1280x720 | 1920x1080 |
Video data format | MPEG-4 | MPEG-4, AVCHD |
Microphone input | ||
Headphone input | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | BuiltIn |
Physical | ||
Environmental seal | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 413 gr (0.91 lb) | 206 gr (0.45 lb) |
Dimensions | 106 x 76 x 74mm (4.2" x 3.0" x 2.9") | 105 x 59 x 28mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.1") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall 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 life | - | 260 shots |
Battery format | - | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | Li-50B | - |
Self timer | Yes (12 or 2 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Storage media | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal |
Storage slots | 1 | 1 |
Retail price | $280 | $349 |