Olympus SP-820UZ vs Panasonic S2

Its time to look much closer at the Olympus SP-820UZ vs Panasonic S2, former is a Small Sensor Superzoom while the latter is a Small Sensor Compact by brands Olympus and Panasonic. The image resolution of the SP-820UZ (14MP) and the S2 (14MP) is relatively well matched and both cameras offer the same sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The SP-820UZ was manufactured 8 months after the S2 which means that they are of a similar age. Both the cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before we go into a comprehensive comparison, here is a concise summary of how the SP-820UZ grades versus the S2 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

The following is a preview of the gallery photos for Olympus Stylus SP-820UZ & Panasonic Lumix DMC-S2. The entire galleries are available at Olympus SP-820UZ Gallery & Panasonic S2 Gallery.

If you are intending to travel with your camera regularly, you will have to take into account its weight and dimensions. The Olympus SP-820UZ enjoys outer measurements of 117mm x 78mm x 93mm (4.6" x 3.1" x 3.7") having a weight of 485 grams (1.07 lbs) whilst the Panasonic S2 has dimensions of 98mm x 57mm x 21mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 0.8") accompanied by a weight of 112 grams (0.25 lbs).

Analyze the Olympus SP-820UZ vs Panasonic S2 in our newest Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Do not forget, the weight of an ILC will change depending on the lens you have chosen at that moment. Here is a front view measurements comparison of the SP-820UZ compared to the S2.

Using size and weight, the portability rating of the SP-820UZ and S2 is 69 and 96 respectively.

Often, it is hard to picture the contrast between sensor dimensions only by reading through a spec sheet. The pic below may give you a much better sense of the sensor sizing in the SP-820UZ and S2.

As you can see, both of those cameras have the same sensor dimensions and the same exact resolution therefore you can expect similar quality of pictures however you really should take the age of the products into consideration. The fresher SP-820UZ should have an edge when it comes to sensor tech.