Leica C vs Olympus SP-600 UZ

Let's look more in depth at the Leica C versus Olympus SP-600 UZ, one is a Small Sensor Compact and the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom by rivals Leica and Olympus. The image resolution of the C (12MP) and the SP-600 UZ (12MP) is pretty comparable but the C (1/1.7") and SP-600 UZ (1/2.3") provide totally different sensor size.

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The C was manufactured 3 years after the SP-600 UZ which is a fairly significant gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Each of these cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before delving straight to a more detailed comparison, here is a simple view of how the C matches up against the SP-600 UZ in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Below is a preview of the gallery images for Leica C and Olympus SP-600 UZ. The entire galleries are viewable at Leica C Gallery and Olympus SP-600 UZ Gallery.

For anybody who is looking to travel with your camera frequently, you'll have to consider its weight and proportions. The Leica C enjoys outer dimensions of 103mm x 63mm x 28mm (4.1" x 2.5" x 1.1") and a weight of 195 grams (0.43 lbs) and the Olympus SP-600 UZ has measurements of 110mm x 90mm x 91mm (4.3" x 3.5" x 3.6") having a weight of 455 grams (1.00 lbs).

Take a look at the Leica C versus Olympus SP-600 UZ in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you are using at the time. Following is a front view dimensions comparison of the C versus the SP-600 UZ.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability grade of the C and SP-600 UZ is 92 and 69 respectively.

Generally, it can be hard to see the difference in sensor dimensions merely by checking out a spec sheet. The picture here will help offer you a more clear sense of the sensor sizes in the C and SP-600 UZ.

Clearly, both of the cameras feature the identical resolution albeit not the same sensor dimensions. The C has the bigger sensor which should make achieving shallow DOF less difficult. The younger C will have a benefit in sensor tech.