Olympus SP-600 UZ vs Olympus 8000

On this page, we are comparing the Olympus SP-600 UZ and Olympus 8000, one is a Small Sensor Superzoom and the other is a Small Sensor Compact and both of them are manufactured by Olympus. The sensor resolution of the SP-600 UZ (12MP) and the 8000 (12MP) is fairly well matched and both cameras boast the same sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

Photography Glossary

The SP-600 UZ was announced 8 months after the 8000 and they are of a similar generation. The two cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before going right into a in depth comparison, here is a simple introduction of how the SP-600 UZ scores vs the 8000 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Below is a sample of the gallery pictures for Olympus SP-600 UZ and Olympus Stylus Tough 8000. The whole galleries are available at Olympus SP-600 UZ Gallery and Olympus 8000 Gallery.

If you are planning to travel with your camera frequently, you need to consider its weight and dimensions. The Olympus SP-600 UZ has outer measurements of 110mm x 90mm x 91mm (4.3" x 3.5" x 3.6") and a weight of 455 grams (1.00 lbs) whilst the Olympus 8000 has dimensions of 95mm x 62mm x 22mm (3.7" x 2.4" x 0.9") with a weight of 182 grams (0.40 lbs).

Take a look at the Olympus SP-600 UZ and Olympus 8000 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you have attached during that time. Underneath is a front view scale comparison of the SP-600 UZ against the 8000.

Considering size and weight, the portability grade of the SP-600 UZ and 8000 is 69 and 94 respectively.

In many cases, it's hard to see the difference between sensor dimensions simply by reading through specs. The picture here will help offer you a stronger sense of the sensor sizing in the SP-600 UZ and 8000.

As you can plainly see, each of these cameras provide the same sensor dimensions and the exact same resolution and you should expect similar quality of files but you should factor the production date of the products into consideration. The more modern SP-600 UZ will have an advantage in sensor innovation.