Olympus SP-820UZ vs Pentax Q7

Let's look more closely at the Olympus SP-820UZ versus Pentax Q7, one being a Small Sensor Superzoom and the latter is a Entry-Level Mirrorless by rivals Olympus and Pentax. The resolution of the SP-820UZ (14MP) and the Q7 (12MP) is pretty similar but the SP-820UZ (1/2.3") and Q7 (1/1.7") posses different sensor sizing.

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The SP-820UZ was released 11 months prior to the Q7 so they are both of a similar generation. Each of the cameras feature different body design with the Olympus SP-820UZ being a Compact camera and the Pentax Q7 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.

Before delving right into a full comparison, here is a simple overview of how the SP-820UZ matches up vs the Q7 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Following is a preview of the gallery images for Olympus Stylus SP-820UZ and Pentax Q7. The complete galleries are viewable at Olympus SP-820UZ Gallery and Pentax Q7 Gallery.

If you are looking to carry your camera often, you'll have to consider its weight and volume. The Olympus SP-820UZ features exterior dimensions of 117mm x 78mm x 93mm (4.6" x 3.1" x 3.7") accompanied by a weight of 485 grams (1.07 lbs) whilst the Pentax Q7 has sizing of 102mm x 58mm x 34mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.3") and a weight of 200 grams (0.44 lbs).

Examine the Olympus SP-820UZ versus Pentax Q7 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you are employing at that moment. The following is a front view physical size comparison of the SP-820UZ and the Q7.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the SP-820UZ and Q7 is 69 and 92 respectively.

Sometimes, it's hard to visualize the gap between sensor sizing only by going over specifications. The photograph underneath will help give you a more clear sense of the sensor dimensions in the SP-820UZ and Q7.

To sum up, both of the cameras come with different resolutions and different sensor sizing. The SP-820UZ because of its tinier sensor is going to make shooting shallow DOF tougher and the Olympus SP-820UZ will offer greater detail as a result of its extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also help you crop pictures a good deal more aggressively. The older SP-820UZ is going to be behind when it comes to sensor tech.