Olympus SP-600 UZ vs Olympus XZ-10

Let's look closer at the Olympus SP-600 UZ versus Olympus XZ-10, former being a Small Sensor Superzoom while the latter is a Small Sensor Compact and they are both produced by Olympus. The image resolution of the SP-600 UZ (12MP) and the XZ-10 (12MP) is relatively well matched and they feature the same exact sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The SP-600 UZ was revealed 4 years prior to the XZ-10 and that is quite a sizable difference as far as technology is concerned. Both cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before going through a in depth comparison, below is a concise summary of how the SP-600 UZ scores versus the XZ-10 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

The following is a preview of the gallery photos for Olympus SP-600 UZ & Olympus Stylus XZ-10. The full galleries are provided at Olympus SP-600 UZ Gallery & Olympus XZ-10 Gallery.

In case you're planning to carry your camera often, you should factor in its weight and size. The Olympus SP-600 UZ provides physical measurements of 110mm x 90mm x 91mm (4.3" x 3.5" x 3.6") and a weight of 455 grams (1.00 lbs) and the Olympus XZ-10 has specifications of 102mm x 61mm x 34mm (4.0" x 2.4" x 1.3") having a weight of 221 grams (0.49 lbs).

See the Olympus SP-600 UZ versus Olympus XZ-10 in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Always remember, the weight of an ILC will differ depending on the lens you are utilising during that time. Underneath is the front view physical size comparison of the SP-600 UZ versus the XZ-10.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the SP-600 UZ and XZ-10 is 69 and 91 respectively.

Normally, it is tough to see the gap between sensor sizing only by looking at specifications. The visual here may give you a more clear sense of the sensor sizing in the SP-600 UZ and XZ-10.

Plainly, both the cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing and the same megapixels and you can expect similar quality of photographs although you will need to consider the launch date of the products into consideration. The older SP-600 UZ is going to be behind with regard to sensor tech.