FujiFilm S4000 vs Olympus SP-600 UZ

On this page, we are analyzing the FujiFilm S4000 vs Olympus SP-600 UZ, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras by companies FujiFilm and Olympus. The sensor resolution of the S4000 (14MP) and the SP-600 UZ (12MP) is very well matched and both cameras provide the same sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The S4000 was revealed 12 months after the SP-600 UZ so they are of a similar generation. Both of the cameras have different body design with the FujiFilm S4000 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Olympus SP-600 UZ being a Compact camera.

Before we go into a detailed comparison, here is a quick introduction of how the S4000 matches up vs the SP-600 UZ when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Below is a sample of the gallery pics for FujiFilm FinePix S4000 and Olympus SP-600 UZ. The full galleries are provided at FujiFilm S4000 Gallery and Olympus SP-600 UZ Gallery.

When you are aiming to carry around your camera frequently, you will want to factor in its weight and size. The FujiFilm S4000 enjoys physical dimensions of 118mm x 81mm x 100mm (4.6" x 3.2" x 3.9") with a weight of 540 grams (1.19 lbs) and the Olympus SP-600 UZ has specifications of 110mm x 90mm x 91mm (4.3" x 3.5" x 3.6") and a weight of 455 grams (1.00 lbs).

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Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you have attached at that moment. The following is a front view overall size comparison of the S4000 against the SP-600 UZ.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability score of the S4000 and SP-600 UZ is 67 and 69 respectively.

Typically, it is very tough to picture the gap between sensor sizes merely by looking at a spec sheet. The image underneath will help give you a much better sense of the sensor dimensions in the S4000 and SP-600 UZ.

Clearly, both of the cameras have the same sensor dimensions but different megapixels. You should expect to see the FujiFilm S4000 to resolve extra detail because of its extra 2MP. Greater resolution can also allow you to crop pics a bit more aggressively. The more recent S4000 should have a benefit when it comes to sensor innovation.