Olympus E-M1 III vs Olympus SP-610UZ
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![Olympus OM-D E-M1 Mark III front Olympus OM-D E-M1 Mark III front](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/cameras/gallery/medium/Olympus-OM-D-E-M1-Mark-III/Olympus-E-M1-III-front.jpg)
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Olympus E-M1 III vs Olympus SP-610UZ Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 20MP - Four Thirds Sensor
- 3" Fully Articulated Screen
- ISO 200 - 25600
- Sensor based 5-axis Image Stabilization
- No Anti-Alias Filter
- 1/8000s Maximum Shutter
- 4096 x 2160 video
- Micro Four Thirds Mount
- 580g - 134 x 91 x 69mm
- Released February 2020
- Superseded the Olympus E-M1 II
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 3200
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 28-616mm (F3.3-5.7) lens
- 405g - 107 x 73 x 73mm
- Released January 2011
- Older Model is Olympus SP-600 UZ
- Renewed by Olympus SP-620 UZ
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Olympus E-M1 III vs Olympus SP-610UZ Overview
On this page, we are contrasting the Olympus E-M1 III and Olympus SP-610UZ, one being a Pro Mirrorless and the other is a Small Sensor Superzoom and they are both designed by Olympus. There exists a significant gap between the image resolutions of the E-M1 III (20MP) and SP-610UZ (14MP) and the E-M1 III (Four Thirds) and SP-610UZ (1/2.3") offer different sensor sizes.
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The E-M1 III was manufactured 9 years later than the SP-610UZ and that is quite a sizable gap as far as technology is concerned. The two cameras have different body design with the Olympus E-M1 III being a SLR-style mirrorless camera and the Olympus SP-610UZ being a Compact camera.
Before getting straight to a comprehensive comparison, here is a quick overview of how the E-M1 III matches up against the SP-610UZ with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.
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Olympus E-M1 III vs Olympus SP-610UZ Gallery
Following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Olympus OM-D E-M1 Mark III and Olympus SP-610UZ. The entire galleries are provided at Olympus E-M1 III Gallery and Olympus SP-610UZ Gallery.
Reasons to pick Olympus E-M1 III over the Olympus SP-610UZ
E-M1 III | SP-610UZ | |||
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Released | February 2020 | ![]() | January 2011 | Fresher by 111 months |
Manually focus | ![]() | More accurate focusing | ||
Display type | Fully Articulated | ![]() | Fixed | Fully Articulating display |
Display resolution | 1037k | ![]() | 230k | Crisper display (+807k dot) |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Take selfies | ||
Touch friendly display | ![]() | Easily navigate |
Reasons to pick Olympus SP-610UZ over the Olympus E-M1 III
SP-610UZ | E-M1 III |
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Common features in the Olympus E-M1 III and Olympus SP-610UZ
E-M1 III | SP-610UZ | |||
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Display dimensions | 3" | ![]() | 3" | Equal display dimensions |
Olympus E-M1 III vs Olympus SP-610UZ Physical Comparison
For anybody who is intending to carry your camera frequently, you will need to factor in its weight and proportions. The Olympus E-M1 III has exterior dimensions of 134mm x 91mm x 69mm (5.3" x 3.6" x 2.7") and a weight of 580 grams (1.28 lbs) and the Olympus SP-610UZ has measurements of 107mm x 73mm x 73mm (4.2" x 2.9" x 2.9") accompanied by a weight of 405 grams (0.89 lbs).
Compare the Olympus E-M1 III and Olympus SP-610UZ in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.![Camera Size Comparison with Lenses Camera Size Comparison with Lenses](https://pxlmag.com/db/assets/camera-size-comparison-animation.gif)
Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you are employing at that moment. Following is a front view dimension comparison of the E-M1 III against the SP-610UZ.
![Olympus E-M1 III vs Olympus SP-610UZ size comparison Olympus E-M1 III vs Olympus SP-610UZ size comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Olympus-OM-D-E-M1-Mark-III-vs-Olympus-SP-610UZ-size-comparison.jpg)
Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the E-M1 III and SP-610UZ is 67 and 79 respectively.
![Olympus E-M1 III vs Olympus SP-610UZ top view buttons comparison Olympus E-M1 III vs Olympus SP-610UZ top view buttons comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Olympus-OM-D-E-M1-Mark-III-vs-Olympus-SP-610UZ-top-view-buttons-comparison.jpg)
Olympus E-M1 III vs Olympus SP-610UZ Sensor Comparison
Normally, it is difficult to visualize the gap between sensor sizing just by checking a spec sheet. The graphic underneath might give you a far better sense of the sensor sizes in the E-M1 III and SP-610UZ.
As you can see, each of these cameras provide different resolutions and different sensor sizing. The E-M1 III due to its larger sensor is going to make getting shallow depth of field less difficult and the Olympus E-M1 III will give you extra detail due to its extra 6 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also let you crop photos more aggressively. The younger E-M1 III provides an edge with regard to sensor innovation.
![Olympus E-M1 III vs Olympus SP-610UZ sensor size comparison Olympus E-M1 III vs Olympus SP-610UZ sensor size comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/sensor-compare/Olympus-OM-D-E-M1-Mark-III-vs-Olympus-SP-610UZ-sensor-size-comparison.png)
Olympus E-M1 III vs Olympus SP-610UZ Screen and ViewFinder
![Olympus E-M1 III vs Olympus SP-610UZ Screen and Viewfinder comparison Olympus E-M1 III vs Olympus SP-610UZ Screen and Viewfinder comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Olympus-OM-D-E-M1-Mark-III-vs-Olympus-SP-610UZ-screen-back-comparison.jpg)
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Portrait Comparison
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Travel Comparison
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Landscape Comparison
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Vlogging Comparison
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Olympus E-M1 III vs Olympus SP-610UZ Specifications
Olympus OM-D E-M1 Mark III | Olympus SP-610UZ | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | Olympus | Olympus |
Model type | Olympus OM-D E-M1 Mark III | Olympus SP-610UZ |
Type | Pro Mirrorless | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Released | 2020-02-11 | 2011-01-06 |
Physical type | SLR-style mirrorless | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Powered by | TruePic IX | TruePic III |
Sensor type | CMOS | CCD |
Sensor size | Four Thirds | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 17.4 x 13mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor surface area | 226.2mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 20 megapixel | 14 megapixel |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Full resolution | 5184 x 3888 | 4288 x 3216 |
Max native ISO | 25600 | 3200 |
Lowest native ISO | 200 | 100 |
RAW format | ||
Lowest boosted ISO | 64 | - |
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch to focus | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detection focus | ||
Contract detection focus | ||
Phase detection focus | ||
Total focus points | 121 | 11 |
Cross type focus points | 121 | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | Micro Four Thirds | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | - | 28-616mm (22.0x) |
Largest aperture | - | f/3.3-5.7 |
Macro focusing range | - | 1cm |
Number of lenses | 107 | - |
Focal length multiplier | 2.1 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fully Articulated | Fixed Type |
Screen diagonal | 3" | 3" |
Resolution of screen | 1,037k dots | 230k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch function | ||
Screen tech | - | TFT Color LCD |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | Electronic | None |
Viewfinder resolution | 2,360k dots | - |
Viewfinder coverage | 100 percent | - |
Viewfinder magnification | 0.74x | - |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 60 seconds | 4 seconds |
Highest shutter speed | 1/8000 seconds | 1/2000 seconds |
Highest silent shutter speed | 1/32000 seconds | - |
Continuous shooting rate | 60.0 frames/s | 1.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | - |
Set white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash distance | no built-in flash | 6.30 m |
Flash options | Redeye, Fill-in, Flash Off, Red-eye Slow sync.(1st curtain), Slow sync.(1st curtain), Slow sync.(2nd curtain), Manual | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Fill-in |
External flash | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Highest flash synchronize | 1/250 seconds | - |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 4096 x 2160 @ 24p / 237 Mbps, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM3840 x 2160 @ 30p / 102 Mbps, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM3840 x 2160 @ 25p / 102 Mbps, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM3840 x 2160 @ 23.98p / 102 Mbps, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM1920 x 1080 @ 60p, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM1920 x 1080 @ 50p, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM1920 x 1080 @ 30p, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM1920 x 1080 @ 25p, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM1920 x 1080 @ 23.98p, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 180 (30fps) |
Max video resolution | 4096x2160 | 1280x720 |
Video data format | MPEG-4, H.264 | Motion JPEG |
Microphone support | ||
Headphone support | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | Eye-Fi Connected |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 3.1 Gen 1 (5 GBit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental sealing | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 580g (1.28 lb) | 405g (0.89 lb) |
Physical dimensions | 134 x 91 x 69mm (5.3" x 3.6" x 2.7") | 107 x 73 x 73mm (4.2" x 2.9" x 2.9") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light rating | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 420 photos | 340 photos |
Type of battery | Battery Pack | AA |
Battery ID | BLH-1 | 4 x AA |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 12 secs, custom) | Yes (2 or 12 sec) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Type of storage | Dual SD/SDHC/SDXC slots (UHS-II on first slot) | SD/SDHC/SDXC |
Card slots | 2 | 1 |
Launch pricing | $1,800 | $299 |