Olympus SP-600 UZ vs Pentax S1
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Olympus SP-600 UZ vs Pentax S1 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
- Released February 2010
- Older Model is Olympus SP-590 UZ
- Newer Model is Olympus SP-610UZ
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 6400
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 28-140mm (F3.5-5.5) lens
- 157g - 114 x 58 x 28mm
- Released March 2011
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On this page, we are reviewing the Olympus SP-600 UZ and Pentax S1, one is a Small Sensor Superzoom and the other is a Small Sensor Compact by competitors Olympus and Pentax. The image resolution of the SP-600 UZ (12MP) and the S1 (14MP) is very similar and both cameras provide the same sensor sizing (1/2.3").
Sora from OpenAI releases its first ever music videoThe SP-600 UZ was brought out 13 months before the S1 making them a generation away from one another. Each of these cameras have the same body design (Compact).
Before we go into a thorough comparison, here is a simple summation of how the SP-600 UZ grades against the S1 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.
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Reasons to pick Olympus SP-600 UZ over the Pentax S1
| SP-600 UZ | S1 |
|---|
Reasons to pick Pentax S1 over the Olympus SP-600 UZ
| S1 | SP-600 UZ | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Released | March 2011 |  | February 2010 | More modern by 13 months |
Common features in the Olympus SP-600 UZ and Pentax S1
| SP-600 UZ | S1 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Manually focus |  | Dial precise focusing | ||
| Display type | Fixed |  | Fixed | Fixed display |
| Display dimensions | 2.7" |  | 2.7" | Equal display measurement |
| Display resolution | 230k |  | 230k | Equal display resolution |
| Selfie screen |  | Neither features selfie screen | ||
| Touch display |  | Neither features Touch display |
Olympus SP-600 UZ vs Pentax S1 Physical Comparison
For those who are intending to carry around your camera, you should consider its weight and dimensions. The Olympus SP-600 UZ enjoys physical measurements of 110mm x 90mm x 91mm (4.3" x 3.5" x 3.6") and a weight of 455 grams (1.00 lbs) while the Pentax S1 has dimensions of 114mm x 58mm x 28mm (4.5" x 2.3" x 1.1") with a weight of 157 grams (0.35 lbs).
Examine the Olympus SP-600 UZ and Pentax S1 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you are working with at that time. Following is a front view physical size comparison of the SP-600 UZ compared to the S1.
Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the SP-600 UZ and S1 is 69 and 93 respectively.
Olympus SP-600 UZ vs Pentax S1 Sensor Comparison
Quite often, it is tough to imagine the gap between sensor sizes just by reviewing specifications. The picture underneath might provide you a better sense of the sensor measurements in the SP-600 UZ and S1.
To sum up, the 2 cameras provide the same sensor dimensions but different resolution. You should expect to see the Pentax S1 to offer more detail having its extra 2MP. Greater resolution will let you crop images more aggressively. The more aged SP-600 UZ is going to be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor tech.
Olympus SP-600 UZ vs Pentax S1 Screen and ViewFinder
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Olympus SP-600 UZ vs Pentax S1 Specifications
| Olympus SP-600 UZ | Pentax Optio S1 | |
|---|---|---|
| General Information | ||
| Make | Olympus | Pentax |
| Model type | Olympus SP-600 UZ | Pentax Optio S1 |
| Type | Small Sensor Superzoom | Small Sensor Compact |
| Released | 2010-02-02 | 2011-03-02 |
| Body design | Compact | Compact |
| Sensor Information | ||
| Chip | TruePic III | - |
| Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
| Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
| Sensor dimensions | 6.08 x 4.56mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
| Sensor area | 27.7mm² | 28.1mm² |
| Sensor resolution | 12 megapixels | 14 megapixels |
| Anti alias filter | ||
| Aspect ratio | - | 1:1, 4:3 and 16:9 |
| Highest Possible resolution | 3968 x 2976 | 4288 x 3216 |
| Maximum native ISO | 1600 | 6400 |
| Min native ISO | 100 | 80 |
| RAW files | ||
| Autofocusing | ||
| Manual focusing | ||
| Autofocus touch | ||
| Continuous autofocus | ||
| Single autofocus | ||
| Tracking autofocus | ||
| Autofocus selectice | ||
| Center weighted autofocus | ||
| Autofocus multi area | ||
| Live view autofocus | ||
| Face detect focus | ||
| Contract detect focus | ||
| Phase detect focus | ||
| Total focus points | 143 | 9 |
| Lens | ||
| Lens support | fixed lens | fixed lens |
| Lens zoom range | 28-420mm (15.0x) | 28-140mm (5.0x) |
| Maximum aperture | f/3.5-5.4 | f/3.5-5.5 |
| Macro focusing range | 1cm | 1cm |
| Focal length multiplier | 5.9 | 5.8 |
| Screen | ||
| Range of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
| Display diagonal | 2.7 inches | 2.7 inches |
| Display resolution | 230 thousand dot | 230 thousand dot |
| Selfie friendly | ||
| Liveview | ||
| Touch display | ||
| Display technology | - | TFT color LCD with Anti-reflective coating |
| Viewfinder Information | ||
| Viewfinder | None | None |
| Features | ||
| Min shutter speed | 1/2s | 4s |
| Max shutter speed | 1/2000s | 1/1500s |
| Continuous shutter speed | 10.0 frames per sec | 1.0 frames per sec |
| Shutter priority | ||
| Aperture priority | ||
| Expose Manually | ||
| Set white balance | ||
| Image stabilization | ||
| Inbuilt flash | ||
| Flash distance | 3.10 m | 3.90 m |
| Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Soft |
| External flash | ||
| AEB | ||
| White balance bracketing | ||
| Exposure | ||
| Multisegment metering | ||
| Average metering | ||
| Spot metering | ||
| Partial metering | ||
| AF area metering | ||
| Center weighted metering | ||
| Video features | ||
| Supported video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (24 fps), 640 x 480 (30, 15 fps), 320 x 240 (30, 15 fps) | 1280 x 720 (30, 15 fps), 640 x 480 (30, 15 fps), 320 x 240 (30, 15 fps) |
| Maximum video resolution | 1280x720 | 1280x720 |
| Video file format | H.264 | Motion JPEG |
| Mic jack | ||
| Headphone jack | ||
| Connectivity | ||
| Wireless | None | None |
| Bluetooth | ||
| NFC | ||
| HDMI | ||
| USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
| GPS | None | None |
| Physical | ||
| Environmental seal | ||
| Water proofing | ||
| Dust proofing | ||
| Shock proofing | ||
| Crush proofing | ||
| Freeze proofing | ||
| Weight | 455 gr (1.00 lbs) | 157 gr (0.35 lbs) |
| Physical dimensions | 110 x 90 x 91mm (4.3" x 3.5" x 3.6") | 114 x 58 x 28mm (4.5" x 2.3" x 1.1") |
| DXO scores | ||
| DXO Overall rating | not tested | not tested |
| DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | not tested |
| DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | not tested |
| DXO Low light rating | not tested | not tested |
| Other | ||
| Battery life | - | 260 images |
| Battery form | - | Battery Pack |
| Battery ID | - | D-LI92 |
| Self timer | Yes (12 or 2 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
| Time lapse feature | ||
| Storage media | SD/SDHC, Internal | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal |
| Storage slots | Single | Single |
| Retail pricing | $189 | $174 |