Olympus SP-600 UZ vs Panasonic FX75

On this page, we will be comparing the Olympus SP-600 UZ versus Panasonic FX75, one is a Small Sensor Superzoom and the latter is a Small Sensor Compact by competitors Olympus and Panasonic. The image resolution of the SP-600 UZ (12MP) and the FX75 (14MP) is pretty comparable and both cameras provide the same sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The SP-600 UZ was unveiled 3 months earlier than the FX75 and they are of a similar generation. Both of the cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before delving straight to a step-by-step comparison, here is a concise introduction of how the SP-600 UZ scores against the FX75 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Here is a preview of the gallery images for Olympus SP-600 UZ and Panasonic Lumix DMC-FX75. The full galleries are provided at Olympus SP-600 UZ Gallery and Panasonic FX75 Gallery.

For anyone who is intending to travel with your camera frequently, you have to factor in its weight and measurements. The Olympus SP-600 UZ offers outside measurements of 110mm x 90mm x 91mm (4.3" x 3.5" x 3.6") with a weight of 455 grams (1.00 lbs) and the Panasonic FX75 has proportions of 103mm x 55mm x 23mm (4.1" x 2.2" x 0.9") along with a weight of 165 grams (0.36 lbs).

See the Olympus SP-600 UZ versus Panasonic FX75 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you are utilizing at the time. Underneath is a front view size comparison of the SP-600 UZ and the FX75.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability score of the SP-600 UZ and FX75 is 69 and 94 respectively.

Usually, it's difficult to visualize the gap in sensor dimensions simply by going through technical specs. The picture here might offer you a better sense of the sensor sizing in the SP-600 UZ and FX75.

As you have seen, both of these cameras have the same sensor dimensions albeit different MP. You should expect the Panasonic FX75 to show extra detail having an extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also let you crop pictures a bit more aggressively.