Olympus SP-810 UZ vs Panasonic ZS45

In this write-up, we will be evaluating the Olympus SP-810 UZ vs Panasonic ZS45, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras by brands Olympus and Panasonic. The sensor resolution of the SP-810 UZ (14MP) and the ZS45 (16MP) is relatively similar and they feature the same exact sensor size (1/2.3").

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The SP-810 UZ was brought out 4 years prior to the ZS45 and that is quite a serious gap as far as technology is concerned. Both of the cameras offer different body type with the Olympus SP-810 UZ being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Panasonic ZS45 being a Compact camera.

Before we go in to a in-depth comparison, below is a short view of how the SP-810 UZ matches up against the ZS45 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

This is a preview of the gallery photos for Olympus SP-810 UZ and Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS45. The entire galleries are viewable at Olympus SP-810 UZ Gallery and Panasonic ZS45 Gallery.

If you are intending to carry your camera frequently, you will need to think about its weight and measurements. The Olympus SP-810 UZ offers physical dimensions of 106mm x 76mm x 74mm (4.2" x 3.0" x 2.9") accompanied by a weight of 413 grams (0.91 lbs) and the Panasonic ZS45 has proportions of 108mm x 60mm x 32mm (4.3" x 2.4" x 1.3") and a weight of 249 grams (0.55 lbs).

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Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you are working with at that moment. Here is the front view dimension comparison of the SP-810 UZ versus the ZS45.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the SP-810 UZ and ZS45 is 78 and 91 respectively.

Quite often, it's hard to visualise the contrast between sensor sizing merely by reading a spec sheet. The photograph underneath may provide you a more clear sense of the sensor sizes in the SP-810 UZ and ZS45.

As you can see, both the cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing albeit not the same MP. You should count on the Panasonic ZS45 to offer greater detail having its extra 2MP. Higher resolution will let you crop shots a little more aggressively. The older SP-810 UZ is going to be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor innovation.