Canon A3000 IS vs Olympus SP-600 UZ
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Canon A3000 IS vs Olympus SP-600 UZ Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 10MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 1600
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 640 x 480 video
- 35-140mm (F2.7-5.6) lens
- 165g - 97 x 58 x 28mm
- Introduced January 2010
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 1600
- 1280 x 720 video
- 28-420mm (F3.5-5.4) lens
- 455g - 110 x 90 x 91mm
- Launched February 2010
- Superseded the Olympus SP-590 UZ
- Refreshed by Olympus SP-610UZ

Canon A3000 IS vs Olympus SP-600 UZ Overview
On this page, we are analyzing the Canon A3000 IS and Olympus SP-600 UZ, one is a Small Sensor Compact and the other is a Small Sensor Superzoom by manufacturers Canon and Olympus. The resolution of the A3000 IS (10MP) and the SP-600 UZ (12MP) is very similar and both cameras have the same sensor measurements (1/2.3").

The A3000 IS was unveiled at a similar time to the SP-600 UZ which means that they are of a similar generation. Both the cameras have the same body design (Compact).
Before we go straight to a more detailed comparison, here is a simple summary of how the A3000 IS matches up versus the SP-600 UZ in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Canon A3000 IS vs Olympus SP-600 UZ Gallery
Below is a sample of the gallery pics for Canon PowerShot A3000 IS and Olympus SP-600 UZ. The full galleries are provided at Canon A3000 IS Gallery and Olympus SP-600 UZ Gallery.
Reasons to pick Canon A3000 IS over the Olympus SP-600 UZ
A3000 IS | SP-600 UZ |
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Reasons to pick Olympus SP-600 UZ over the Canon A3000 IS
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Focus manually | ![]() | Very exact focus |
Common features in the Canon A3000 IS and Olympus SP-600 UZ
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Launched | January 2010 | ![]() | February 2010 | Similar generation |
Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Display dimensions | 2.7" | ![]() | 2.7" | Equal display measurements |
Display resolution | 230k | ![]() | 230k | Same display resolution |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither provides selfie screen | ||
Touch friendly display | ![]() | Neither provides Touch friendly display |
Canon A3000 IS vs Olympus SP-600 UZ Physical Comparison
When you are planning to travel with your camera, you will have to consider its weight and volume. The Canon A3000 IS provides outside measurements of 97mm x 58mm x 28mm (3.8" x 2.3" x 1.1") along with a weight of 165 grams (0.36 lbs) while the Olympus SP-600 UZ has sizing of 110mm x 90mm x 91mm (4.3" x 3.5" x 3.6") and a weight of 455 grams (1.00 lbs).
Check the Canon A3000 IS and Olympus SP-600 UZ in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you choose at that time. Underneath is a front view proportions comparison of the A3000 IS vs the SP-600 UZ.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the A3000 IS and SP-600 UZ is 94 and 69 respectively.

Canon A3000 IS vs Olympus SP-600 UZ Sensor Comparison
More often than not, it is very tough to visualise the contrast between sensor dimensions purely by going over a spec sheet. The image below may give you a greater sense of the sensor sizing in the A3000 IS and SP-600 UZ.
As you can see, each of these cameras provide the same sensor dimensions but not the same MP. You should expect to see the Olympus SP-600 UZ to offer greater detail having an extra 2MP. Greater resolution will also help you crop pics more aggressively.

Canon A3000 IS vs Olympus SP-600 UZ Screen and ViewFinder


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Canon A3000 IS vs Olympus SP-600 UZ Specifications
Canon PowerShot A3000 IS | Olympus SP-600 UZ | |
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General Information | ||
Company | Canon | Olympus |
Model type | Canon PowerShot A3000 IS | Olympus SP-600 UZ |
Category | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Introduced | 2010-01-05 | 2010-02-02 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor Chip | - | TruePic III |
Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.08 x 4.56mm |
Sensor area | 28.1mm² | 27.7mm² |
Sensor resolution | 10 megapixels | 12 megapixels |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 3:2 | - |
Max resolution | 3648 x 2736 | 3968 x 2976 |
Max native ISO | 1600 | 1600 |
Lowest native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW support | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detection autofocus | ||
Contract detection autofocus | ||
Phase detection autofocus | ||
Total focus points | 9 | 143 |
Lens | ||
Lens support | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 35-140mm (4.0x) | 28-420mm (15.0x) |
Maximum aperture | f/2.7-5.6 | f/3.5-5.4 |
Macro focusing range | 3cm | 1cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Range of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen sizing | 2.7 inch | 2.7 inch |
Screen resolution | 230k dot | 230k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch operation | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 15s | 1/2s |
Max shutter speed | 1/1600s | 1/2000s |
Continuous shutter speed | 1.0fps | 10.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Set white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash distance | 3.00 m | 3.10 m |
Flash options | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Fill-in, Slow Sync | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye |
Hot shoe | ||
AEB | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) | 1280 x 720 (24 fps), 640 x 480 (30, 15 fps), 320 x 240 (30, 15 fps) |
Max video resolution | 640x480 | 1280x720 |
Video file format | Motion JPEG | H.264 |
Microphone jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental seal | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 165 gr (0.36 lbs) | 455 gr (1.00 lbs) |
Physical dimensions | 97 x 58 x 28mm (3.8" x 2.3" x 1.1") | 110 x 90 x 91mm (4.3" x 3.5" x 3.6") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light rating | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery ID | NB-8L | - |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Custom, Face) | Yes (12 or 2 sec) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Storage media | SD/SDHC/SDXC/MMC/MMCplus/HD MMCplus | SD/SDHC, Internal |
Storage slots | One | One |
Launch price | $240 | $189 |