Olympus SP-600 UZ vs Panasonic S2

Let's take a deeper look at the Olympus SP-600 UZ versus Panasonic S2, one being a Small Sensor Superzoom and the other is a Small Sensor Compact by companies Olympus and Panasonic. The image resolution of the SP-600 UZ (12MP) and the S2 (14MP) is fairly close and both cameras posses the same sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The SP-600 UZ was released 23 months prior to the S2 making them a generation apart from each other. Both cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before we go straight to a detailed comparison, here is a concise synopsis of how the SP-600 UZ grades against the S2 for portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

The following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Olympus SP-600 UZ and Panasonic Lumix DMC-S2. The complete galleries are provided at Olympus SP-600 UZ Gallery and Panasonic S2 Gallery.

For anybody who is looking to carry your camera, you have to factor its weight and dimensions. The Olympus SP-600 UZ offers exterior measurements of 110mm x 90mm x 91mm (4.3" x 3.5" x 3.6") having a weight of 455 grams (1.00 lbs) and the Panasonic S2 has dimensions of 98mm x 57mm x 21mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 0.8") accompanied by a weight of 112 grams (0.25 lbs).

Look at the Olympus SP-600 UZ versus Panasonic S2 in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you are using at that moment. The following is a front view measurement comparison of the SP-600 UZ vs the S2.

Considering size and weight, the portability score of the SP-600 UZ and S2 is 69 and 96 respectively.

Often, it's difficult to visualize the difference in sensor sizing purely by researching technical specs. The visual below will help provide you a more clear sense of the sensor sizing in the SP-600 UZ and S2.

As you can tell, both cameras have the same sensor dimensions but different resolution. You should anticipate the Panasonic S2 to provide you with greater detail as a result of its extra 2 Megapixels. Greater resolution can also let you crop pics a bit more aggressively. The older SP-600 UZ will be behind when it comes to sensor tech.