Olympus SP-600 UZ vs Panasonic ZS7

Let's take a more detailed look at the Olympus SP-600 UZ versus Panasonic ZS7, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras by competitors Olympus and Panasonic. The sensor resolution of the SP-600 UZ (12MP) and the ZS7 (12MP) is relatively comparable and both cameras offer the identical sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The SP-600 UZ was released 17 months earlier than the ZS7 which makes them a generation apart from each other. Each of these cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before we go right into a in-depth comparison, here is a quick introduction of how the SP-600 UZ grades versus the ZS7 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Following is a preview of the gallery photos for Olympus SP-600 UZ & Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS7. The complete galleries are available at Olympus SP-600 UZ Gallery & Panasonic ZS7 Gallery.

In case you're going to lug around your camera frequently, you are going to need to think about its weight and proportions. The Olympus SP-600 UZ offers external 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) while the Panasonic ZS7 has measurements of 103mm x 60mm x 33mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.3") and a weight of 218 grams (0.48 lbs).

Analyze the Olympus SP-600 UZ versus Panasonic ZS7 in our newest Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Do not forget, the weight of an ILC will vary depending on the lens you are utilising at the time. The following is a front view over all size comparison of the SP-600 UZ compared to the ZS7.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability grade of the SP-600 UZ and ZS7 is 69 and 91 respectively.

Often, its difficult to visualise the contrast in sensor measurements just by seeing specifications. The photograph below might give you a greater sense of the sensor sizing in the SP-600 UZ and ZS7.

Plainly, each of these cameras come with the identical sensor size and the same exact resolution therefore you can expect comparable quality of pictures though you should always factor the age of the cameras into account. The older SP-600 UZ will be behind in sensor innovation.