Olympus SP-820UZ vs Panasonic GF8

Lets look a little more closely at the Olympus SP-820UZ versus Panasonic GF8, former is a Small Sensor Superzoom while the other is a Entry-Level Mirrorless by rivals Olympus and Panasonic. The image resolution of the SP-820UZ (14MP) and the GF8 (16MP) is very well matched but the SP-820UZ (1/2.3") and GF8 (Four Thirds) boast totally different sensor sizes.

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The SP-820UZ was brought out 4 years prior to the GF8 which is quite a significant difference as far as technology is concerned. Both of the cameras feature different body design with the Olympus SP-820UZ being a Compact camera and the Panasonic GF8 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.

Before getting right into a comprehensive comparison, here is a brief introduction of how the SP-820UZ matches up versus the GF8 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Below is a sample of the gallery pics for Olympus Stylus SP-820UZ & Panasonic Lumix DMC-GF8. The entire galleries are available at Olympus SP-820UZ Gallery & Panasonic GF8 Gallery.

In case you're intending to carry around your camera, you'll need to think about its weight and volume. The Olympus SP-820UZ offers physical dimensions of 117mm x 78mm x 93mm (4.6" x 3.1" x 3.7") along with a weight of 485 grams (1.07 lbs) and the Panasonic GF8 has sizing of 107mm x 65mm x 33mm (4.2" x 2.6" x 1.3") accompanied by a weight of 266 grams (0.59 lbs).

Take a look at the Olympus SP-820UZ versus Panasonic GF8 in our brand new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Keep in mind, the weight of an ILC will differ dependant on the lens you have chosen at that moment. Below is a front view overall size comparison of the SP-820UZ against the GF8.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability score of the SP-820UZ and GF8 is 69 and 90 respectively.

More often than not, it can be tough to envision the gap between sensor sizes simply by checking technical specs. The image underneath will offer you a stronger sense of the sensor sizes in the SP-820UZ and GF8.

As you have seen, both the cameras feature different megapixel count and different sensor sizes. The SP-820UZ due to its tinier sensor will make getting bokeh tougher and the Panasonic GF8 will give extra detail having its extra 2MP. Greater resolution can also let you crop photos way more aggressively. The more aged SP-820UZ is going to be disadvantaged with regard to sensor technology.