Fujifilm S4800 vs Olympus SP-600 UZ

Lets look much closer at the Fujifilm S4800 versus Olympus SP-600 UZ, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras by manufacturers FujiFilm and Olympus. There is a large difference among the sensor resolutions of the Fujifilm S4800 (16MP) and SP-600 UZ (12MP) but both cameras offer the same sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The Fujifilm S4800 was unveiled 3 years later than the SP-600 UZ and that is a fairly serious difference as far as camera tech is concerned. Each of these cameras have different body design with the Fujifilm S4800 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Olympus SP-600 UZ being a Compact camera.

Before going into a detailed comparison, here is a brief introduction of how the Fujifilm S4800 scores vs the SP-600 UZ in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Here is a preview of the gallery photos for Fujifilm FinePix S4800 & Olympus SP-600 UZ. The full galleries are provided at Fujifilm S4800 Gallery & Olympus SP-600 UZ Gallery.

For those who are intending to carry your camera often, you'll have to consider its weight and size. The Fujifilm S4800 features external measurements of 122mm x 93mm x 100mm (4.8" x 3.7" x 3.9") having a weight of 518 grams (1.14 lbs) and the Olympus SP-600 UZ has specifications of 110mm x 90mm x 91mm (4.3" x 3.5" x 3.6") having a weight of 455 grams (1.00 lbs).

Examine the Fujifilm S4800 versus Olympus SP-600 UZ in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Do not forget, the weight of an ILC will differ depending on the lens you are employing during that time. The following is a front view sizing comparison of the Fujifilm S4800 vs the SP-600 UZ.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability rating of the Fujifilm S4800 and SP-600 UZ is 66 and 69 respectively.

In many cases, it is difficult to visualize the contrast in sensor sizing simply by looking through specs. The graphic below may give you a greater sense of the sensor sizing in the Fujifilm S4800 and SP-600 UZ.

As you can plainly see, each of the cameras provide the same sensor dimensions albeit different megapixels. You can count on the Fujifilm S4800 to result in extra detail having an extra 4 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also allow you to crop shots more aggressively. The newer Fujifilm S4800 provides an edge with regard to sensor technology.