Olympus SP-810 UZ vs Panasonic ZS8

Let's look more closely at the Olympus SP-810 UZ vs Panasonic ZS8, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras by brands Olympus and Panasonic. The resolution of the SP-810 UZ (14MP) and the ZS8 (14MP) is very well matched and both cameras have the same sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The SP-810 UZ was revealed very close to the ZS8 and they are both of a similar age. Both of the cameras have different body design with the Olympus SP-810 UZ being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Panasonic ZS8 being a Compact camera.

Before diving right into a step-by-step comparison, here is a quick introduction of how the SP-810 UZ scores vs the ZS8 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

This is a sample of the gallery pics for Olympus SP-810 UZ & Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS8. The full galleries are provided at Olympus SP-810 UZ Gallery & Panasonic ZS8 Gallery.

For anybody who is aiming to carry your camera often, you are going to need to take into account its weight and proportions. The Olympus SP-810 UZ has outer 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 ZS8 has measurements of 105mm x 58mm x 33mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.3") having a weight of 210 grams (0.46 lbs).

Analyze the Olympus SP-810 UZ vs Panasonic ZS8 in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Always remember, the weight of an ILC will change dependant on the lens you use at that time. Underneath is a front view proportions comparison of the SP-810 UZ against the ZS8.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the SP-810 UZ and ZS8 is 78 and 92 respectively.

Quite often, it's difficult to imagine the difference between sensor sizing just by checking specs. The photograph here might provide you a far better sense of the sensor dimensions in the SP-810 UZ and ZS8.

As you can plainly see, each of the cameras have the same sensor dimensions and the same megapixels and you can expect similar quality of pictures although you need to factor the launch date of the products into consideration.