Olympus SP-810 UZ vs Sony H70

On this page, we are contrasting the Olympus SP-810 UZ versus Sony H70, former being a Small Sensor Superzoom while the other is a Small Sensor Compact by manufacturers Olympus and Sony. The image resolution of the SP-810 UZ (14MP) and the H70 (16MP) is fairly close and both cameras provide the same sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The SP-810 UZ was revealed 7 months later than the H70 which means that they are both of a similar age. Both cameras have different body design with the Olympus SP-810 UZ being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Sony H70 being a Compact camera.

Before delving straight to a in-depth comparison, here is a concise view of how the SP-810 UZ matches up against the H70 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Here is a sample of the gallery pictures for Olympus SP-810 UZ & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-H70. The full galleries are viewable at Olympus SP-810 UZ Gallery & Sony H70 Gallery.

For anyone who is intending to carry your camera often, you will need to factor in its weight and dimensions. The Olympus SP-810 UZ provides exterior measurements of 106mm x 76mm x 74mm (4.2" x 3.0" x 2.9") having a weight of 413 grams (0.91 lbs) while the Sony H70 has dimensions of 102mm x 58mm x 29mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.1") and a weight of 194 grams (0.43 lbs).

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Remember that, the weight of an ILC will differ based on the lens you are working with at that moment. Underneath is a front view sizing comparison of the SP-810 UZ vs the H70.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the SP-810 UZ and H70 is 78 and 93 respectively.

Typically, it can be difficult to picture the contrast in sensor sizing simply by viewing technical specs. The graphic underneath will provide you a stronger sense of the sensor sizing in the SP-810 UZ and H70.

As you can tell, both of the cameras provide the same sensor dimensions but different megapixels. You can anticipate the Sony H70 to render extra detail because of its extra 2 Megapixels. Greater resolution can also enable you to crop pics more aggressively. The more modern SP-810 UZ should have an advantage with regard to sensor technology.