Olympus SP-600 UZ vs Panasonic ZS25

On this page, we will be contrasting the Olympus SP-600 UZ vs Panasonic ZS25, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras by rivals Olympus and Panasonic. There exists a large gap between the image resolutions of the SP-600 UZ (12MP) and ZS25 (16MP) but both cameras boast the same sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The SP-600 UZ was introduced 3 years prior to the ZS25 which is quite a serious difference as far as technology is concerned. Both of the cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before we go into a comprehensive comparison, here is a concise introduction of how the SP-600 UZ matches up versus the ZS25 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Below is a preview of the gallery images for Olympus SP-600 UZ & Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS25. The whole galleries are provided at Olympus SP-600 UZ Gallery & Panasonic ZS25 Gallery.

For those who are looking to travel with your camera regularly, you'll have to take into account its weight and volume. The Olympus SP-600 UZ provides outer measurements of 110mm x 90mm x 91mm (4.3" x 3.5" x 3.6") accompanied by a weight of 455 grams (1.00 lbs) whilst the Panasonic ZS25 has sizing of 105mm x 59mm x 28mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.1") and a weight of 193 grams (0.43 lbs).

Compare the Olympus SP-600 UZ vs Panasonic ZS25 in our completely new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into consideration, the weight of an ILC will change dependant on the lens you choose at that moment. Underneath is a front view over all size comparison of the SP-600 UZ against the ZS25.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the SP-600 UZ and ZS25 is 69 and 93 respectively.

Normally, it is tough to picture the gap between sensor dimensions just by going over specs. The pic below will give you a far better sense of the sensor sizing in the SP-600 UZ and ZS25.

As you can plainly see, both the cameras provide the same sensor dimensions albeit different resolution. You can expect the Panasonic ZS25 to offer you greater detail using its extra 4 Megapixels. Higher resolution will let you crop pictures more aggressively. The more aged SP-600 UZ is going to be disadvantaged with regard to sensor innovation.