Olympus SP-810 UZ vs Pentax RZ10

Its time to look much closer at the Olympus SP-810 UZ versus Pentax RZ10, one is a Small Sensor Superzoom and the latter is a Small Sensor Compact by manufacturers Olympus and Pentax. The image resolution of the SP-810 UZ (14MP) and the RZ10 (14MP) is relatively comparable and both cameras provide the identical sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The SP-810 UZ was unveiled within a month of the RZ10 and they are of a similar generation. Both cameras feature different body design with the Olympus SP-810 UZ being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Pentax RZ10 being a Compact camera.

Before we go into a more detailed comparison, here is a quick summation of how the SP-810 UZ grades against the RZ10 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

The following is a preview of the gallery photos for Olympus SP-810 UZ and Pentax Optio RZ10. The full galleries are viewable at Olympus SP-810 UZ Gallery and Pentax RZ10 Gallery.

If you are aiming to carry around your camera frequently, you'll need to take into account its weight and dimensions. The Olympus SP-810 UZ has physical 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) whilst the Pentax RZ10 has dimensions of 97mm x 61mm x 33mm (3.8" x 2.4" x 1.3") and a weight of 178 grams (0.39 lbs).

Compare the Olympus SP-810 UZ versus Pentax RZ10 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you have at the time. The following is a front view dimensions comparison of the SP-810 UZ and the RZ10.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability grade of the SP-810 UZ and RZ10 is 78 and 92 respectively.

Often, its tough to picture the gap in sensor sizes only by checking out technical specs. The pic below should offer you a better sense of the sensor sizes in the SP-810 UZ and RZ10.

As you can tell, both the cameras come with the identical sensor size and the same exact MP and you should expect comparable quality of images although you should always consider the production date of the cameras into account.