Olympus SP-810 UZ vs Sony HX30V

Here is a thorough comparison of the Olympus SP-810 UZ versus Sony HX30V, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras by manufacturers Olympus and Sony. There is a big difference among the image resolutions of the SP-810 UZ (14MP) and HX30V (18MP) but they possess the same exact sensor size (1/2.3").

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The SP-810 UZ was launched 7 months earlier than the HX30V and they are both of a similar generation. Both of the cameras offer different body type with the Olympus SP-810 UZ being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Sony HX30V being a Compact camera.

Before delving in to a full comparison, below is a simple overview of how the SP-810 UZ scores versus the HX30V for portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

This is a sample of the gallery pictures for Olympus SP-810 UZ and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX30V. The complete galleries are viewable at Olympus SP-810 UZ Gallery and Sony HX30V Gallery.

For anyone who is going to carry your camera, you're going to have to consider its weight and dimensions. The Olympus SP-810 UZ comes with exterior 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) while the Sony HX30V has dimensions of 107mm x 62mm x 35mm (4.2" x 2.4" x 1.4") and a weight of 254 grams (0.56 lbs).

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Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you are employing at the time. Below is the front view proportions comparison of the SP-810 UZ compared to the HX30V.

Looking at size and weight, the portability grade of the SP-810 UZ and HX30V is 78 and 90 respectively.

In many cases, it's difficult to see the contrast in sensor sizing simply by going through a spec sheet. The graphic here will help offer you a stronger sense of the sensor sizes in the SP-810 UZ and HX30V.

Clearly, both of those cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing but not the same resolution. You should anticipate the Sony HX30V to provide extra detail utilizing its extra 4 Megapixels. Greater resolution will enable you to crop photos a little more aggressively. The older SP-810 UZ will be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor innovation.