Olympus SP-810 UZ vs Sony H55

Let's take a more detailed look at the Olympus SP-810 UZ vs Sony H55, one is a Small Sensor Superzoom and the latter is a Small Sensor Compact by competitors Olympus and Sony. The resolution of the SP-810 UZ (14MP) and the H55 (14MP) is pretty comparable and both cameras have the identical sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The SP-810 UZ was revealed 14 months after the H55 which makes them a generation away from each other. Each of the cameras feature different body design with the Olympus SP-810 UZ being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Sony H55 being a Compact camera.

Before getting right into a step-by-step comparison, here is a simple introduction of how the SP-810 UZ matches up against the H55 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Following is a preview of the gallery images for Olympus SP-810 UZ and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-H55. The full galleries are available at Olympus SP-810 UZ Gallery and Sony H55 Gallery.

If you're planning to carry around your camera often, you'll have to factor its weight and volume. The Olympus SP-810 UZ comes with 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 Sony H55 has sizing of 103mm x 58mm x 29mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.1") and a weight of 200 grams (0.44 lbs).

Take a look at the Olympus SP-810 UZ vs Sony H55 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you choose at that time. Below is a front view sizing comparison of the SP-810 UZ compared to the H55.

Considering size and weight, the portability rating of the SP-810 UZ and H55 is 78 and 92 respectively.

Often, it's tough to picture the difference in sensor sizes only by going through a spec sheet. The picture below will offer you a more clear sense of the sensor dimensions in the SP-810 UZ and H55.

Clearly, both of these cameras come with the identical sensor size and the exact same resolution and you should expect comparable quality of files although you need to factor the release date of the cameras into account. The fresher SP-810 UZ provides a benefit when it comes to sensor technology.