Olympus E-600 vs Panasonic FP8

In this write-up, we are analyzing the Olympus E-600 versus Panasonic FP8, one being a Entry-Level DSLR and the other is a Ultracompact by competitors Olympus and Panasonic. The resolution of the E-600 (12MP) and the FP8 (12MP) is fairly well matched but the E-600 (Four Thirds) and FP8 (1/2.3") enjoy totally different sensor sizing.

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The E-600 was manufactured 2 months later than the FP8 and they are both of a similar generation. Both the cameras offer different body type with the Olympus E-600 being a Compact SLR camera and the Panasonic FP8 being a Ultracompact camera.

Before going in to a detailed comparison, below is a quick introduction of how the E-600 scores versus the FP8 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Olympus E-600 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-FP8. The entire galleries are available at Olympus E-600 Gallery and Panasonic FP8 Gallery.

In case you're looking to carry your camera frequently, you'll need to take into account its weight and proportions. The Olympus E-600 provides exterior measurements of 130mm x 94mm x 60mm (5.1" x 3.7" x 2.4") along with a weight of 515 grams (1.14 lbs) whilst the Panasonic FP8 has measurements of 96mm x 60mm x 20mm (3.8" x 2.4" x 0.8") having a weight of 151 grams (0.33 lbs).

Compare the Olympus E-600 versus Panasonic FP8 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you have chosen at that time. Underneath is the front view proportions comparison of the E-600 compared to the FP8.

Looking at size and weight, the portability score of the E-600 and FP8 is 71 and 95 respectively.

Usually, it is tough to visualise the gap between sensor sizing just by checking technical specs. The photograph here will help give you a greater sense of the sensor measurements in the E-600 and FP8.

As you have seen, both of these cameras enjoy the same exact MP but not the same sensor sizing. The E-600 comes with the larger sensor which is going to make achieving shallower depth of field simpler.