Olympus SP-600 UZ vs Panasonic G7

On this page, we will be comparing the Olympus SP-600 UZ and Panasonic G7, former is a Small Sensor Superzoom while the latter is a Advanced Mirrorless by rivals Olympus and Panasonic. There is a large difference among the sensor resolutions of the SP-600 UZ (12MP) and G7 (16MP) and the SP-600 UZ (1/2.3") and G7 (Four Thirds) have different sensor dimensions.

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The SP-600 UZ was brought out 6 years earlier than the G7 which is a fairly serious difference as far as camera tech is concerned. Both of the cameras have different body design with the Olympus SP-600 UZ being a Compact camera and the Panasonic G7 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera.

Before diving straight to a comprehensive comparison, here is a concise summation of how the SP-600 UZ matches up vs the G7 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Below is a preview of the gallery photos for Olympus SP-600 UZ & Panasonic Lumix DMC-G7. The entire galleries are available at Olympus SP-600 UZ Gallery & Panasonic G7 Gallery.

If you're planning to carry around your camera frequently, you will need to factor its weight and measurements. The Olympus SP-600 UZ offers outside 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 G7 has proportions of 125mm x 86mm x 77mm (4.9" x 3.4" x 3.0") having a weight of 410 grams (0.90 lbs).

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Keep in mind, the weight of an ILC will differ dependant on the lens you choose at that time. Following is a front view proportions comparison of the SP-600 UZ compared to the G7.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability grade of the SP-600 UZ and G7 is 69 and 71 respectively.

In many cases, its tough to picture the contrast in sensor sizes just by looking through specifications. The picture here will offer you a much better sense of the sensor dimensions in the SP-600 UZ and G7.

Plainly, the 2 cameras have different megapixel count and different sensor sizes. The SP-600 UZ due to its smaller sensor is going to make getting shallower depth of field more challenging and the Panasonic G7 will result in extra detail having its extra 4MP. Higher resolution will also enable you to crop shots a bit more aggressively. The more aged SP-600 UZ will be behind with regard to sensor innovation.