Olympus SP-600 UZ vs Panasonic 3D1
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Olympus SP-600 UZ vs Panasonic 3D1 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 1600
- 1280 x 720 video
- 28-420mm (F3.5-5.4) lens
- 455g - 110 x 90 x 91mm
- Launched February 2010
- Older Model is Olympus SP-590 UZ
- Renewed by Olympus SP-610UZ
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3.5" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 25-100mm (F3.9-5.7) lens
- 193g - 108 x 58 x 24mm
- Announced November 2011
Olympus SP-600 UZ vs Panasonic 3D1 Overview
Let's take a closer look at the Olympus SP-600 UZ versus Panasonic 3D1, one being a Small Sensor Superzoom and the other is a Small Sensor Compact by rivals Olympus and Panasonic. The image resolution of the SP-600 UZ (12MP) and the 3D1 (12MP) is very well matched and both cameras offer the same sensor sizes (1/2.3").
Apple Innovates by Creating Next-Level Optical Stabilization for iPhoneThe SP-600 UZ was introduced 21 months before the 3D1 making them a generation apart from one another. Each of these cameras have the same body design (Compact).
Before delving into a more detailed comparison, here is a short highlight of how the SP-600 UZ matches up versus the 3D1 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.
Olympus SP-600 UZ vs Panasonic 3D1 Gallery
Following is a sample of the gallery pics for Olympus SP-600 UZ and Panasonic Lumix DMC-3D1. The whole galleries are viewable at Olympus SP-600 UZ Gallery and Panasonic 3D1 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Olympus SP-600 UZ over the Panasonic 3D1
SP-600 UZ | 3D1 | |||
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Manual focus | Very exact focus |
Reasons to pick Panasonic 3D1 over the Olympus SP-600 UZ
3D1 | SP-600 UZ | |||
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Announced | November 2011 | February 2010 | Fresher by 21 months | |
Display dimensions | 3.5" | 2.7" | Larger display (+0.8") | |
Display resolution | 460k | 230k | Clearer display (+230k dot) | |
Touch friendly display | Easily navigate |
Common features in the Olympus SP-600 UZ and Panasonic 3D1
SP-600 UZ | 3D1 | |||
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Display type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed display | |
Selfie screen | Neither has selfie screen |
Olympus SP-600 UZ vs Panasonic 3D1 Physical Comparison
When you are aiming to carry your camera frequently, you should consider its weight and dimensions. The Olympus SP-600 UZ has exterior measurements of 110mm x 90mm x 91mm (4.3" x 3.5" x 3.6") along with a weight of 455 grams (1.00 lbs) and the Panasonic 3D1 has dimensions of 108mm x 58mm x 24mm (4.3" x 2.3" x 0.9") with a weight of 193 grams (0.43 lbs).
Look at the Olympus SP-600 UZ versus Panasonic 3D1 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you are utilizing at the time. Below is a front view sizing comparison of the SP-600 UZ compared to the 3D1.
Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the SP-600 UZ and 3D1 is 69 and 93 respectively.
Olympus SP-600 UZ vs Panasonic 3D1 Sensor Comparison
Quite often, it can be difficult to picture the gap between sensor sizing only by reading through a spec sheet. The graphic here will help provide you a far better sense of the sensor sizing in the SP-600 UZ and 3D1.
As you can see, both of the cameras provide the same sensor dimensions and the same megapixels therefore you should expect similar quality of images but you may want to take the production date of the products into consideration. The older SP-600 UZ is going to be behind in sensor innovation.
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Olympus SP-600 UZ vs Panasonic 3D1 Specifications
Olympus SP-600 UZ | Panasonic Lumix DMC-3D1 | |
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General Information | ||
Make | Olympus | Panasonic |
Model type | Olympus SP-600 UZ | Panasonic Lumix DMC-3D1 |
Class | Small Sensor Superzoom | Small Sensor Compact |
Launched | 2010-02-02 | 2011-11-07 |
Physical type | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor | TruePic III | - |
Sensor type | CCD | CMOS |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 6.08 x 4.56mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor area | 27.7mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 12 megapixel | 12 megapixel |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | - | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Highest resolution | 3968 x 2976 | 4000 x 3000 |
Highest native ISO | 1600 | 6400 |
Minimum native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW support | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
AF touch | ||
AF continuous | ||
Single AF | ||
AF tracking | ||
Selective AF | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
Multi area AF | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detection AF | ||
Contract detection AF | ||
Phase detection AF | ||
Total focus points | 143 | 23 |
Lens | ||
Lens support | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 28-420mm (15.0x) | 25-100mm (4.0x) |
Maximal aperture | f/3.5-5.4 | f/3.9-5.7 |
Macro focusing range | 1cm | 5cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.9 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Type of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen size | 2.7 inch | 3.5 inch |
Screen resolution | 230k dots | 460k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch screen | ||
Screen tech | - | TFT Full Touch Screen with AR coating |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 1/2 secs | 60 secs |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/2000 secs | 1/1300 secs |
Continuous shooting rate | 10.0 frames per sec | - |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual mode | ||
Set WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash distance | 3.10 m | 3.50 m |
Flash options | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye reduction, Slow Sync |
Hot shoe | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (24 fps), 640 x 480 (30, 15 fps), 320 x 240 (30, 15 fps) | 1920 x 1080 (60, 30 fps), 1280 x 720 (60, 30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) |
Highest video resolution | 1280x720 | 1920x1080 |
Video data format | H.264 | MPEG-4, AVCHD, Motion JPEG |
Microphone port | ||
Headphone port | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental sealing | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 455 grams (1.00 lbs) | 193 grams (0.43 lbs) |
Physical dimensions | 110 x 90 x 91mm (4.3" x 3.5" x 3.6") | 108 x 58 x 24mm (4.3" x 2.3" x 0.9") |
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 | - | 200 photos |
Type of battery | - | Battery Pack |
Self timer | Yes (12 or 2 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC, Internal | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal |
Card slots | 1 | 1 |
Cost at launch | $189 | $670 |