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.

The 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 |