Olympus SP-600 UZ vs Panasonic GH1

Lets look more in depth at the Olympus SP-600 UZ versus Panasonic GH1, former being a Small Sensor Superzoom while the other is a Advanced Mirrorless by competitors Olympus and Panasonic. The image resolution of the SP-600 UZ (12MP) and the GH1 (12MP) is fairly close but the SP-600 UZ (1/2.3") and GH1 (Four Thirds) boast different sensor size.

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The SP-600 UZ was released 7 months later than the GH1 so they are both of a similar age. Both of the cameras have different body design with the Olympus SP-600 UZ being a Compact camera and the Panasonic GH1 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera.

Before delving right into a thorough comparison, here is a brief summary of how the SP-600 UZ matches up against the GH1 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Here is a sample of the gallery pictures for Olympus SP-600 UZ & Panasonic Lumix DMC-GH1. The complete galleries are provided at Olympus SP-600 UZ Gallery & Panasonic GH1 Gallery.

When you are intending to carry your camera, you're going to have to think about its weight and measurements. The Olympus SP-600 UZ offers exterior measurements of 110mm x 90mm x 91mm (4.3" x 3.5" x 3.6") and a weight of 455 grams (1.00 lbs) whilst the Panasonic GH1 has proportions of 124mm x 90mm x 45mm (4.9" x 3.5" x 1.8") accompanied by a weight of 385 grams (0.85 lbs).

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Remember that, the weight of an ILC will differ depending on the lens you have during that time. Here is a front view overall size comparison of the SP-600 UZ and the GH1.

Considering size and weight, the portability grade of the SP-600 UZ and GH1 is 69 and 81 respectively.

In many cases, it is very difficult to imagine the difference in sensor sizing just by viewing specs. The photograph underneath will offer you a more clear sense of the sensor sizing in the SP-600 UZ and GH1.

As you can plainly see, both the cameras have the same resolution but different sensor sizing. The SP-600 UZ offers the smaller sensor which will make getting shallower depth of field tougher. The fresher SP-600 UZ provides an edge in sensor tech.