Olympus SP-600 UZ vs Panasonic FX48

Below, we are evaluating the Olympus SP-600 UZ and Panasonic FX48, one being a Small Sensor Superzoom and the other is a Small Sensor Compact by manufacturers Olympus and Panasonic. The sensor resolution of the SP-600 UZ (12MP) and the FX48 (12MP) is very close and they feature the exact same sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The SP-600 UZ was announced 13 months later than the FX48 making the cameras a generation apart from each other. Both of the cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).

Before getting in to a in depth comparison, below is a simple overview of how the SP-600 UZ scores versus the FX48 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Below is a sample of the gallery pics for Olympus SP-600 UZ and Panasonic Lumix DMC-FX48. The whole galleries are provided at Olympus SP-600 UZ Gallery and Panasonic FX48 Gallery.

For those who are planning to lug around your camera, you need to think about its weight and dimensions. The Olympus SP-600 UZ has physical dimensions of 110mm x 90mm x 91mm (4.3" x 3.5" x 3.6") along with a weight of 455 grams (1.00 lbs) whilst the Panasonic FX48 has dimensions of 95mm x 53mm x 22mm (3.7" x 2.1" x 0.9") with a weight of 150 grams (0.33 lbs).

Contrast the Olympus SP-600 UZ and Panasonic FX48 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you are utilising at that moment. Underneath is the front view dimension comparison of the SP-600 UZ compared to the FX48.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability rating of the SP-600 UZ and FX48 is 69 and 95 respectively.

Oftentimes, it is tough to envision the gap in sensor measurements simply by looking through a spec sheet. The visual underneath might offer you a more clear sense of the sensor dimensions in the SP-600 UZ and FX48.

Clearly, both of these cameras posses the exact same sensor measurements and the same exact megapixels therefore you should expect comparable quality of files but you should consider the release date of the cameras into account. The younger SP-600 UZ is going to have a benefit in sensor innovation.