Olympus SP-600 UZ vs Pentax MX-1
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Olympus SP-600 UZ vs Pentax MX-1 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 1600
- 1280 x 720 video
- 28-420mm (F3.5-5.4) lens
- 455g - 110 x 90 x 91mm
- Introduced February 2010
- Succeeded the Olympus SP-590 UZ
- Replacement is Olympus SP-610UZ
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/1.7" Sensor
- 3" Tilting Screen
- ISO 100 - 12800
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 1/8000s Max Shutter
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 28-112mm (F1.8-2.5) lens
- 391g - 122 x 61 x 51mm
- Announced July 2013
Olympus SP-600 UZ vs Pentax MX-1 Overview
Here is a detailed analysis of the Olympus SP-600 UZ versus Pentax MX-1, one being a Small Sensor Superzoom and the latter is a Small Sensor Compact by rivals Olympus and Pentax. The sensor resolution of the SP-600 UZ (12MP) and the MX-1 (12MP) is pretty well matched but the SP-600 UZ (1/2.3") and MX-1 (1/1.7") posses different sensor size.
Meta to Introduce 'AI-Generated' Labels for Media starting next monthThe SP-600 UZ was released 4 years prior to the MX-1 and that is quite a significant gap as far as technology is concerned. Both of these cameras feature the same body design (Compact).
Before diving into a thorough comparison, here is a simple overview of how the SP-600 UZ grades vs the MX-1 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.
Olympus SP-600 UZ vs Pentax MX-1 Gallery
Below is a preview of the gallery images for Olympus SP-600 UZ and Pentax MX-1. The complete galleries are viewable at Olympus SP-600 UZ Gallery and Pentax MX-1 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Olympus SP-600 UZ over the Pentax MX-1
SP-600 UZ | MX-1 |
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Reasons to pick Pentax MX-1 over the Olympus SP-600 UZ
MX-1 | SP-600 UZ | |||
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Announced | July 2013 | February 2010 | Fresher by 41 months | |
Screen type | Tilting | Fixed | Tilting screen | |
Screen size | 3" | 2.7" | Bigger screen (+0.3") | |
Screen resolution | 920k | 230k | Clearer screen (+690k dot) |
Common features in the Olympus SP-600 UZ and Pentax MX-1
SP-600 UZ | MX-1 | |||
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Manual focus | More accurate focusing | |||
Selfie screen | Absent selfie screen | |||
Touch screen | Absent Touch screen |
Olympus SP-600 UZ vs Pentax MX-1 Physical Comparison
For those who are intending to carry your camera often, you have to think about its weight and size. The Olympus SP-600 UZ enjoys exterior dimensions of 110mm x 90mm x 91mm (4.3" x 3.5" x 3.6") with a weight of 455 grams (1.00 lbs) while the Pentax MX-1 has specifications of 122mm x 61mm x 51mm (4.8" x 2.4" x 2.0") accompanied by a weight of 391 grams (0.86 lbs).
Look at the Olympus SP-600 UZ versus Pentax MX-1 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you select during that time. Underneath is a front view proportions comparison of the SP-600 UZ versus the MX-1.
Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the SP-600 UZ and MX-1 is 69 and 84 respectively.
Olympus SP-600 UZ vs Pentax MX-1 Sensor Comparison
Sometimes, it's tough to imagine the contrast between sensor sizing merely by looking at specifications. The graphic underneath should offer you a stronger sense of the sensor dimensions in the SP-600 UZ and MX-1.
To sum up, both cameras come with the identical megapixels albeit different sensor sizing. The SP-600 UZ features the tinier sensor which should make obtaining shallower depth of field harder. The older SP-600 UZ is going to be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor tech.
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Olympus SP-600 UZ vs Pentax MX-1 Specifications
Olympus SP-600 UZ | Pentax MX-1 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | Olympus | Pentax |
Model | Olympus SP-600 UZ | Pentax MX-1 |
Type | Small Sensor Superzoom | Small Sensor Compact |
Introduced | 2010-02-02 | 2013-07-01 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Chip | TruePic III | - |
Sensor type | CCD | CMOS |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/1.7" |
Sensor measurements | 6.08 x 4.56mm | 7.44 x 5.58mm |
Sensor area | 27.7mm² | 41.5mm² |
Sensor resolution | 12 megapixels | 12 megapixels |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | - | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Highest Possible resolution | 3968 x 2976 | 4000 x 3000 |
Maximum native ISO | 1600 | 12800 |
Lowest native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW pictures | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Touch focus | ||
Continuous AF | ||
AF single | ||
Tracking AF | ||
Selective AF | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
AF multi area | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detect focusing | ||
Contract detect focusing | ||
Phase detect focusing | ||
Number of focus points | 143 | 25 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 28-420mm (15.0x) | 28-112mm (4.0x) |
Highest aperture | f/3.5-5.4 | f/1.8-2.5 |
Macro focus range | 1cm | 1cm |
Crop factor | 5.9 | 4.8 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Tilting |
Display diagonal | 2.7 inches | 3 inches |
Display resolution | 230k dot | 920k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch display | ||
Display tech | - | TFT LCD with AR coating |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 1/2 secs | 30 secs |
Max shutter speed | 1/2000 secs | 1/8000 secs |
Continuous shutter speed | 10.0 frames per second | 1.0 frames per second |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Exposure compensation | - | Yes |
Change WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash range | 3.10 m | 12.00 m |
Flash options | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Fill-in, Slow Speed sync, Trailing Curtain sync |
Hot shoe | ||
AE bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (24 fps), 640 x 480 (30, 15 fps), 320 x 240 (30, 15 fps) | 1920 x 1080 (30 fps), 1280 x 720 (60, 30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) |
Maximum video resolution | 1280x720 | 1920x1080 |
Video file format | H.264 | MPEG-4, H.264 |
Microphone jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | Eye-Fi Connected |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environment seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 455 gr (1.00 pounds) | 391 gr (0.86 pounds) |
Physical dimensions | 110 x 90 x 91mm (4.3" x 3.5" x 3.6") | 122 x 61 x 51mm (4.8" x 2.4" x 2.0") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall score | not tested | 49 |
DXO Color Depth score | not tested | 20.4 |
DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | 11.3 |
DXO Low light score | not tested | 208 |
Other | ||
Battery life | - | 290 pictures |
Battery form | - | Battery Pack |
Battery model | - | D-Li-106 |
Self timer | Yes (12 or 2 sec) | Yes (2 or 12 sec) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Storage media | SD/SDHC, Internal | SD/SDHC/SDXC |
Storage slots | One | One |
Price at release | $189 | $400 |