Olympus SP-600 UZ vs Samsung Galaxy Camera 2

Below is a in-depth assessment of the Olympus SP-600 UZ versus Samsung Galaxy Camera 2, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras by rivals Olympus and Samsung. There is a sizeable difference among the resolutions of the SP-600 UZ (12MP) and Galaxy Camera 2 (16MP) but they come with the same exact sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The SP-600 UZ was announced 4 years prior to the Galaxy Camera 2 and that is a fairly large gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Both of the cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before getting through a in depth comparison, below is a quick synopsis of how the SP-600 UZ grades against the Galaxy Camera 2 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Following is a preview of the gallery photos for Olympus SP-600 UZ and Samsung Galaxy Camera 2. The whole galleries are available at Olympus SP-600 UZ Gallery and Samsung Galaxy Camera 2 Gallery.

When you are aiming to lug around your camera frequently, you'll need to factor its weight and measurements. The Olympus SP-600 UZ comes with outer 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 Samsung Galaxy Camera 2 has proportions of 133mm x 71mm x 19mm (5.2" x 2.8" x 0.7") accompanied by a weight of 283 grams (0.62 lbs).

Take a look at the Olympus SP-600 UZ versus Samsung Galaxy Camera 2 in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you have attached at that time. Here is the front view measurements comparison of the SP-600 UZ vs the Galaxy Camera 2.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability score of the SP-600 UZ and Galaxy Camera 2 is 69 and 90 respectively.

Often, it is hard to visualise the difference in sensor measurements just by checking out specs. The photograph underneath should give you a greater sense of the sensor sizes in the SP-600 UZ and Galaxy Camera 2.

All in all, each of the cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing albeit not the same megapixels. You should count on the Samsung Galaxy Camera 2 to produce more detail with its extra 4 Megapixels. Higher resolution will help you crop shots far more aggressively. The older SP-600 UZ will be disadvantaged in sensor innovation.