Olympus SP-600 UZ vs Panasonic LX3

On this page, we will be contrasting the Olympus SP-600 UZ and Panasonic LX3, one being a Small Sensor Superzoom and the latter is a Small Sensor Compact by competitors Olympus and Panasonic. The resolution of the SP-600 UZ (12MP) and the LX3 (10MP) is pretty similar but the SP-600 UZ (1/2.3") and LX3 (1/1.63") provide different sensor sizing.

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The SP-600 UZ was introduced 16 months later than the LX3 which makes them a generation apart from one another. Each of the cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before delving into a step-by-step comparison, here is a simple summation of how the SP-600 UZ matches up against the LX3 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

This is a preview of the gallery images for Olympus SP-600 UZ and Panasonic Lumix DMC-LX3. The whole galleries are provided at Olympus SP-600 UZ Gallery and Panasonic LX3 Gallery.

If you are planning to lug around your camera, you're going to have to factor its weight and size. The Olympus SP-600 UZ has 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) while the Panasonic LX3 has specifications of 109mm x 60mm x 27mm (4.3" x 2.4" x 1.1") and a weight of 265 grams (0.58 lbs).

Examine the Olympus SP-600 UZ and Panasonic LX3 in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you are working with at the time. Underneath is a front view overall size comparison of the SP-600 UZ against the LX3.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the SP-600 UZ and LX3 is 69 and 91 respectively.

Quite often, it can be tough to picture the contrast between sensor measurements just by going over a spec sheet. The photograph here might give you a more clear sense of the sensor sizes in the SP-600 UZ and LX3.

As you can see, both of those cameras provide different resolutions and different sensor measurements. The SP-600 UZ having a tinier sensor is going to make shooting shallow DOF trickier and the Olympus SP-600 UZ will offer you extra detail using its extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also help you crop shots more aggressively. The fresher SP-600 UZ provides a benefit when it comes to sensor tech.