Olympus SP-810 UZ vs Sony HX20V

In this article, we will be looking at the Olympus SP-810 UZ versus Sony HX20V, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras by brands Olympus and Sony. There is a substantial difference among the image resolutions of the SP-810 UZ (14MP) and HX20V (18MP) but they come with the same exact sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The SP-810 UZ was introduced 11 months prior to the HX20V so they are both of a similar age. Both of the cameras offer different body type with the Olympus SP-810 UZ being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Sony HX20V being a Compact camera.

Before going through a detailed comparison, below is a quick summation of how the SP-810 UZ grades against the HX20V with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Following is a preview of the gallery images for Olympus SP-810 UZ & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX20V. The whole galleries are viewable at Olympus SP-810 UZ Gallery & Sony HX20V Gallery.

For anybody who is looking to carry your camera often, you'll have to factor in its weight and size. The Olympus SP-810 UZ enjoys outer measurements of 106mm x 76mm x 74mm (4.2" x 3.0" x 2.9") with a weight of 413 grams (0.91 lbs) whilst the Sony HX20V has specifications of 107mm x 62mm x 35mm (4.2" x 2.4" x 1.4") with a weight of 254 grams (0.56 lbs).

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Take into account, the weight of an ILC will change dependant on the lens you are using at that time. The following is the front view overall size comparison of the SP-810 UZ compared to the HX20V.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability grade of the SP-810 UZ and HX20V is 78 and 90 respectively.

Usually, it can be hard to see the contrast in sensor sizing only by looking through technical specs. The photograph here may provide you a more clear sense of the sensor sizing in the SP-810 UZ and HX20V.

As you have seen, both cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing albeit not the same resolution. You can expect the Sony HX20V to result in greater detail using its extra 4MP. Higher resolution will also allow you to crop shots far more aggressively. The older SP-810 UZ will be disadvantaged with regard to sensor tech.