Olympus SP-810 UZ vs Panasonic ZS20

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").

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The 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.

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.

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.

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.