Olympus SP-820UZ vs Panasonic TS2

Following is a detailed comparison of the Olympus SP-820UZ and Panasonic TS2, one is a Small Sensor Superzoom and the latter is a Waterproof by companies Olympus and Panasonic. The image resolution of the SP-820UZ (14MP) and the TS2 (14MP) is pretty similar and both cameras boast the identical sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The SP-820UZ was manufactured 2 years after the TS2 which is quite a large gap as far as technology is concerned. Each of these cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before diving straight to a in-depth comparison, here is a brief summary of how the SP-820UZ scores against the TS2 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

This is a preview of the gallery images for Olympus Stylus SP-820UZ and Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS2. The entire galleries are available at Olympus SP-820UZ Gallery and Panasonic TS2 Gallery.

For those who are aiming to carry around your camera regularly, you will want to factor its weight and volume. The Olympus SP-820UZ comes with outside measurements of 117mm x 78mm x 93mm (4.6" x 3.1" x 3.7") with a weight of 485 grams (1.07 lbs) and the Panasonic TS2 has sizing of 99mm x 63mm x 24mm (3.9" x 2.5" x 0.9") with a weight of 188 grams (0.41 lbs).

Examine the Olympus SP-820UZ and Panasonic TS2 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you are employing at the time. The following is a front view scale comparison of the SP-820UZ compared to the TS2.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the SP-820UZ and TS2 is 69 and 93 respectively.

Sometimes, its tough to picture the contrast between sensor sizes simply by reviewing technical specs. The picture underneath may offer you a stronger sense of the sensor sizing in the SP-820UZ and TS2.

As you have seen, both of the cameras feature the identical sensor size and the same resolution therefore you should expect similar quality of photos however you will need to factor the production date of the products into consideration. The more modern SP-820UZ provides an edge in sensor innovation.