Olympus SP-600 UZ vs Panasonic FZ70
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Olympus SP-600 UZ vs Panasonic FZ70 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 1600
- 1280 x 720 video
- 28-420mm (F3.5-5.4) lens
- 455g - 110 x 90 x 91mm
- Revealed February 2010
- Superseded the Olympus SP-590 UZ
- Replacement is Olympus SP-610UZ
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 3200 (Expand to 6400)
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 20-1200mm (F2.8-5.9) lens
- 606g - 130 x 97 x 118mm
- Released July 2013
Olympus SP-600 UZ vs Panasonic FZ70 Overview
On this page, we are contrasting the Olympus SP-600 UZ versus Panasonic FZ70, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras by rivals Olympus and Panasonic. There is a sizable difference between the resolutions of the SP-600 UZ (12MP) and FZ70 (16MP) but both cameras boast the same sensor dimensions (1/2.3").
Samsung Releases Faster Versions of EVO MicroSD CardsThe SP-600 UZ was manufactured 4 years prior to the FZ70 and that is quite a significant difference as far as tech is concerned. Both of the cameras have different body design with the Olympus SP-600 UZ being a Compact camera and the Panasonic FZ70 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera.
Before going into a more detailed comparison, here is a quick overview of how the SP-600 UZ grades versus the FZ70 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.
Olympus SP-600 UZ vs Panasonic FZ70 Gallery
This is a sample of the gallery pics for Olympus SP-600 UZ & Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ70. The entire galleries are available at Olympus SP-600 UZ Gallery & Panasonic FZ70 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Olympus SP-600 UZ over the Panasonic FZ70
SP-600 UZ | FZ70 |
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Reasons to pick Panasonic FZ70 over the Olympus SP-600 UZ
FZ70 | SP-600 UZ | |||
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Released | July 2013 | February 2010 | More recent by 42 months | |
Display dimensions | 3" | 2.7" | Larger display (+0.3") | |
Display resolution | 460k | 230k | Crisper display (+230k dot) |
Common features in the Olympus SP-600 UZ and Panasonic FZ70
SP-600 UZ | FZ70 | |||
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Manually focus | Dial precise focusing | |||
Display type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed display | |
Selfie screen | Neither has selfie screen | |||
Touch display | Neither has Touch display |
Olympus SP-600 UZ vs Panasonic FZ70 Physical Comparison
For those who are looking to lug around your camera regularly, you will need to take into account its weight and measurements. The Olympus SP-600 UZ has outer dimensions of 110mm x 90mm x 91mm (4.3" x 3.5" x 3.6") with a weight of 455 grams (1.00 lbs) whilst the Panasonic FZ70 has proportions of 130mm x 97mm x 118mm (5.1" x 3.8" x 4.6") and a weight of 606 grams (1.34 lbs).
Take a look at the Olympus SP-600 UZ versus Panasonic FZ70 in our brand new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.Remember, the weight of an ILC will change depending on the lens you select at that time. The following is a front view size comparison of the SP-600 UZ vs the FZ70.
Looking at size and weight, the portability grade of the SP-600 UZ and FZ70 is 69 and 63 respectively.
Olympus SP-600 UZ vs Panasonic FZ70 Sensor Comparison
Generally, it can be hard to imagine the difference between sensor measurements only by reviewing specifications. The graphic here might give you a much better sense of the sensor dimensions in the SP-600 UZ and FZ70.
Plainly, each of these cameras provide the same sensor dimensions but different resolution. You can expect to see the Panasonic FZ70 to offer you greater detail due to its extra 4MP. Greater resolution will enable you to crop pics more aggressively. The older SP-600 UZ is going to be disadvantaged with regard to sensor tech.
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Olympus SP-600 UZ vs Panasonic FZ70 Specifications
Olympus SP-600 UZ | Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ70 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | Olympus | Panasonic |
Model | Olympus SP-600 UZ | Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ70 |
Category | Small Sensor Superzoom | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Revealed | 2010-02-02 | 2013-07-18 |
Physical type | Compact | SLR-like (bridge) |
Sensor Information | ||
Powered by | TruePic III | Venus Engine |
Sensor type | CCD | CMOS |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 6.08 x 4.56mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor area | 27.7mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 12 megapixels | 16 megapixels |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | - | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Highest resolution | 3968 x 2976 | 4608 x 3456 |
Highest native ISO | 1600 | 3200 |
Highest boosted ISO | - | 6400 |
Lowest native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW files | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
AF touch | ||
AF continuous | ||
AF single | ||
AF tracking | ||
Selective AF | ||
AF center weighted | ||
Multi area AF | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detection AF | ||
Contract detection AF | ||
Phase detection AF | ||
Number of focus points | 143 | 23 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 28-420mm (15.0x) | 20-1200mm (60.0x) |
Max aperture | f/3.5-5.4 | f/2.8-5.9 |
Macro focus distance | 1cm | 1cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.9 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen size | 2.7 inches | 3 inches |
Screen resolution | 230k dots | 460k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch capability | ||
Screen tech | - | TFT Screen LCD Display |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | Electronic |
Viewfinder resolution | - | 202k dots |
Viewfinder coverage | - | 100 percent |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 1/2 seconds | 8 seconds |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/2000 seconds | 1/2000 seconds |
Continuous shooting rate | 10.0 frames per sec | 9.0 frames per sec |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual mode | ||
Exposure compensation | - | Yes |
Change WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash range | 3.10 m | 13.50 m |
Flash options | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Sync |
External flash | ||
AE bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (24 fps), 640 x 480 (30, 15 fps), 320 x 240 (30, 15 fps) | 1920 x 1080 (50i/60i, 25p/30p), 1280 x 720p (50p/60p or 25p/30p), 640 x 480 (25p/30p) |
Highest video resolution | 1280x720 | 1920x1080 |
Video file format | H.264 | MPEG-4, AVCHD |
Microphone port | ||
Headphone port | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 455g (1.00 pounds) | 606g (1.34 pounds) |
Physical dimensions | 110 x 90 x 91mm (4.3" x 3.5" x 3.6") | 130 x 97 x 118mm (5.1" x 3.8" x 4.6") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around score | not tested | 41 |
DXO Color Depth score | not tested | 19.4 |
DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | 10.8 |
DXO Low light score | not tested | 171 |
Other | ||
Battery life | - | 400 images |
Battery type | - | Battery Pack |
Self timer | Yes (12 or 2 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 secs) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC, Internal | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal |
Card slots | 1 | 1 |
Launch pricing | $189 | $300 |