Canon SD4000 IS vs Olympus SP-600 UZ

On this page, we are comparing the Canon SD4000 IS versus Olympus SP-600 UZ, former is a Small Sensor Compact while the other is a Small Sensor Superzoom by manufacturers Canon and Olympus. The image resolution of the SD4000 IS (10MP) and the SP-600 UZ (12MP) is fairly well matched and both cameras offer the same sensor size (1/2.3").

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The SD4000 IS was revealed 7 months after the SP-600 UZ and they are of a similar age. Both the cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before getting right into a complete comparison, here is a simple synopsis of how the SD4000 IS matches up against the SP-600 UZ when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

This is a sample of the gallery pictures for Canon PowerShot SD4000 IS & Olympus SP-600 UZ. The full galleries are viewable at Canon SD4000 IS Gallery & Olympus SP-600 UZ Gallery.

For anyone who is aiming to travel with your camera, you need to factor its weight and measurements. The Canon SD4000 IS provides external measurements of 100mm x 54mm x 23mm (3.9" x 2.1" x 0.9") with a weight of 175 grams (0.39 lbs) while the Olympus SP-600 UZ has proportions of 110mm x 90mm x 91mm (4.3" x 3.5" x 3.6") with a weight of 455 grams (1.00 lbs).

Take a look at the Canon SD4000 IS versus Olympus SP-600 UZ in our completely new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember, the weight of an ILC will differ dependant on the lens you choose at the time. Following is a front view measurements comparison of the SD4000 IS vs the SP-600 UZ.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability rating of the SD4000 IS and SP-600 UZ is 94 and 69 respectively.

In many cases, it is difficult to visualise the difference between sensor dimensions simply by checking specifications. The picture underneath should provide you a clearer sense of the sensor sizing in the SD4000 IS and SP-600 UZ.

To sum up, both of those cameras provide the same sensor dimensions but not the same megapixels. You can anticipate the Olympus SP-600 UZ to give you extra detail because of its extra 2 Megapixels. Greater resolution can also help you crop photos more aggressively. The younger SD4000 IS will have an edge with regard to sensor tech.