Olympus SP-810 UZ vs Panasonic ZS25

Its time to examine more closely at the Olympus SP-810 UZ vs Panasonic ZS25, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras by rivals Olympus and Panasonic. The sensor resolution of the SP-810 UZ (14MP) and the ZS25 (16MP) is relatively well matched and they enjoy the exact same sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The SP-810 UZ was unveiled 17 months earlier than the ZS25 which makes the cameras a generation away from one another. Both the cameras come with different body type with the Olympus SP-810 UZ being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Panasonic ZS25 being a Compact camera.

Before getting through a more detailed comparison, below is a simple view of how the SP-810 UZ matches up vs the ZS25 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

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If you are looking to carry around your camera frequently, you're going to have to factor in its weight and size. The Olympus SP-810 UZ has got 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) while the Panasonic ZS25 has specifications of 105mm x 59mm x 28mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.1") accompanied by a weight of 193 grams (0.43 lbs).

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Bear in mind, the weight of an ILC will change based on the lens you use at that time. Below is the front view dimension comparison of the SP-810 UZ compared to the ZS25.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the SP-810 UZ and ZS25 is 78 and 93 respectively.

Normally, it can be difficult to see the contrast between sensor sizes simply by checking specs. The image here may give you a stronger sense of the sensor sizes in the SP-810 UZ and ZS25.

All in all, the 2 cameras posses the exact same sensor measurements albeit not the same resolution. You can count on the Panasonic ZS25 to resolve greater detail having an extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution will allow you to crop photographs somewhat more aggressively. The more aged SP-810 UZ is going to be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor tech.