Olympus SP-600 UZ vs Panasonic FP8

Let's examine more closely at the Olympus SP-600 UZ vs Panasonic FP8, one being a Small Sensor Superzoom and the other is a Ultracompact by companies Olympus and Panasonic. The image resolution of the SP-600 UZ (12MP) and the FP8 (12MP) is fairly similar and they come with the same exact sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The SP-600 UZ was introduced 7 months later than the FP8 which means that they are both of a similar generation. Each of these cameras offer different body type with the Olympus SP-600 UZ being a Compact camera and the Panasonic FP8 being a Ultracompact camera.

Before going through a in-depth comparison, below is a quick introduction of how the SP-600 UZ grades vs the FP8 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

This is a sample of the gallery pictures for Olympus SP-600 UZ and Panasonic Lumix DMC-FP8. The whole galleries are provided at Olympus SP-600 UZ Gallery and Panasonic FP8 Gallery.

For those who are planning to lug around your camera regularly, you will have to take into account its weight and size. The Olympus SP-600 UZ offers external measurements of 110mm x 90mm x 91mm (4.3" x 3.5" x 3.6") having a weight of 455 grams (1.00 lbs) whilst the Panasonic FP8 has specifications of 96mm x 60mm x 20mm (3.8" x 2.4" x 0.8") with a weight of 151 grams (0.33 lbs).

Take a look at the Olympus SP-600 UZ vs Panasonic FP8 in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you select during that time. Below is the front view measurement comparison of the SP-600 UZ vs the FP8.

Considering size and weight, the portability score of the SP-600 UZ and FP8 is 69 and 95 respectively.

Often, it's hard to visualise the gap between sensor measurements just by reading technical specs. The graphic here may provide you a better sense of the sensor sizing in the SP-600 UZ and FP8.

As you can tell, both of those cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing and the exact same MP therefore you should expect similar quality of images but you should always factor the release date of the products into consideration. The fresher SP-600 UZ will have a benefit with regard to sensor tech.