Olympus SP-600 UZ vs Panasonic ZS10

In this article, we are analyzing the Olympus SP-600 UZ versus Panasonic ZS10, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras by brands Olympus and Panasonic. The resolution of the SP-600 UZ (12MP) and the ZS10 (14MP) is fairly close and they possess the same exact sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The SP-600 UZ was revealed 11 months prior to the ZS10 so they are both of a similar age. Both the cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before diving straight into a more detailed comparison, below is a quick overview of how the SP-600 UZ grades against the ZS10 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Here is a sample of the gallery pictures for Olympus SP-600 UZ & Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS10. The full galleries are provided at Olympus SP-600 UZ Gallery & Panasonic ZS10 Gallery.

For anybody who is going to lug around your camera, you should take into account its weight and measurements. The Olympus SP-600 UZ offers physical measurements of 110mm x 90mm x 91mm (4.3" x 3.5" x 3.6") along with a weight of 455 grams (1.00 lbs) whilst the Panasonic ZS10 has proportions of 105mm x 58mm x 33mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.3") accompanied by a weight of 219 grams (0.48 lbs).

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Take into consideration, the weight of an ILC will differ based on the lens you select at that time. Following is the front view size comparison of the SP-600 UZ vs the ZS10.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability rating of the SP-600 UZ and ZS10 is 69 and 91 respectively.

Often, it is hard to visualise the difference in sensor measurements purely by researching technical specs. The graphic below will give you a clearer sense of the sensor sizing in the SP-600 UZ and ZS10.

As you have seen, both of these cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing but not the same resolution. You can anticipate the Panasonic ZS10 to result in extra detail because of its extra 2MP. Greater resolution will let you crop photos a little more aggressively. The older SP-600 UZ will be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor innovation.