Olympus SP-600 UZ vs Panasonic FZ150

Let's examine more in depth at the Olympus SP-600 UZ and Panasonic FZ150, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras by companies Olympus and Panasonic. The resolution of the SP-600 UZ (12MP) and the FZ150 (12MP) is relatively comparable and they enjoy the exact same sensor size (1/2.3").

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The SP-600 UZ was unveiled 3 years prior to the FZ150 which is a fairly sizable gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Both the cameras come with different body type with the Olympus SP-600 UZ being a Compact camera and the Panasonic FZ150 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera.

Before diving straight into a complete comparison, below is a concise highlight of how the SP-600 UZ matches up against the FZ150 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

The following is a preview of the gallery photos for Olympus SP-600 UZ and Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ150. The full galleries are provided at Olympus SP-600 UZ Gallery and Panasonic FZ150 Gallery.

If you are planning to travel with your camera regularly, you will have to factor its weight and dimensions. The Olympus SP-600 UZ has exterior 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) and the Panasonic FZ150 has dimensions of 124mm x 82mm x 92mm (4.9" x 3.2" x 3.6") and a weight of 528 grams (1.16 lbs).

Check the Olympus SP-600 UZ and Panasonic FZ150 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you are using at that time. Underneath is the front view dimensions comparison of the SP-600 UZ against the FZ150.

Looking at size and weight, the portability score of the SP-600 UZ and FZ150 is 69 and 67 respectively.

Oftentimes, it is tough to picture the gap in sensor dimensions only by seeing specs. The pic here will provide you a more clear sense of the sensor dimensions in the SP-600 UZ and FZ150.

All in all, both of the cameras posses the exact same sensor measurements and the exact same megapixels therefore you should expect comparable quality of pictures although you really should factor the production date of the cameras into account. The more aged SP-600 UZ will be disadvantaged in sensor technology.