Olympus SP-600 UZ vs Panasonic FX90

Its time to look more in depth at the Olympus SP-600 UZ vs Panasonic FX90, one is a Small Sensor Superzoom and the latter is a Small Sensor Compact by brands Olympus and Panasonic. The resolution of the SP-600 UZ (12MP) and the FX90 (12MP) is pretty close and both cameras posses the identical sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The SP-600 UZ was introduced 19 months prior to the FX90 which makes them a generation away from each other. The two cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before getting into a detailed comparison, here is a simple summary of how the SP-600 UZ grades versus the FX90 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Here is a preview of the gallery images for Olympus SP-600 UZ and Panasonic Lumix DMC-FX90. The whole galleries are viewable at Olympus SP-600 UZ Gallery and Panasonic FX90 Gallery.

When you are going to carry around your camera, you will have to factor its weight and size. The Olympus SP-600 UZ comes with external measurements of 110mm x 90mm x 91mm (4.3" x 3.5" x 3.6") accompanied by a weight of 455 grams (1.00 lbs) and the Panasonic FX90 has specifications of 102mm x 56mm x 22mm (4.0" x 2.2" x 0.9") accompanied by a weight of 149 grams (0.33 lbs).

Contrast the Olympus SP-600 UZ vs Panasonic FX90 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you choose at the time. The following is a front view size comparison of the SP-600 UZ and the FX90.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability rating of the SP-600 UZ and FX90 is 69 and 95 respectively.

Oftentimes, it is very hard to visualise the contrast in sensor sizes purely by viewing technical specs. The image underneath will offer you a more clear sense of the sensor sizing in the SP-600 UZ and FX90.

As you have seen, both cameras come with the identical sensor size and the exact same resolution so you should expect comparable quality of images but you may want to factor the production date of the cameras into account. The more aged SP-600 UZ will be behind in sensor innovation.