Casio EX-Z450 vs Olympus SP-610UZ

Below, we will be reviewing the Casio EX-Z450 vs Olympus SP-610UZ, one is a Small Sensor Compact and the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom by brands Casio and Olympus. The sensor resolution of the EX-Z450 (12MP) and the SP-610UZ (14MP) is relatively well matched and they use the exact same sensor sizes (1/2.3").

Photography Glossary

The EX-Z450 was brought out 16 months earlier than the SP-610UZ which makes the cameras a generation away from each other. Each of these cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).

Before getting through a in-depth comparison, below is a short introduction of how the EX-Z450 matches up versus the SP-610UZ with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

The following is a preview of the gallery photos for Casio Exilim EX-Z450 and Olympus SP-610UZ. The entire galleries are provided at Casio EX-Z450 Gallery and Olympus SP-610UZ Gallery.

For anyone who is planning to carry around your camera often, you will need to take into account its weight and size. The Casio EX-Z450 comes with exterior measurements of 81mm x 56mm x 21mm (3.2" x 2.2" x 0.8") with a weight of 128 grams (0.28 lbs) and the Olympus SP-610UZ has specifications of 107mm x 73mm x 73mm (4.2" x 2.9" x 2.9") having a weight of 405 grams (0.89 lbs).

Take a look at the Casio EX-Z450 vs Olympus SP-610UZ in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you select at that moment. Following is the front view measurement comparison of the EX-Z450 vs the SP-610UZ.

Considering size and weight, the portability rating of the EX-Z450 and SP-610UZ is 96 and 79 respectively.

In many cases, it is difficult to see the difference between sensor sizes just by reading through specifications. The image underneath might provide you a much better sense of the sensor measurements in the EX-Z450 and SP-610UZ.

To sum up, each of these cameras posses the exact same sensor measurements albeit not the same resolution. You should count on the Olympus SP-610UZ to give greater detail having its extra 2MP. Higher resolution will also allow you to crop photographs somewhat more aggressively. The more aged EX-Z450 is going to be behind when it comes to sensor tech.