Olympus SP-600 UZ vs Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G

Its time to look a little more in depth at the Olympus SP-600 UZ versus Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras by rivals Olympus and Samsung. There exists a big gap among the resolutions of the SP-600 UZ (12MP) and Galaxy Camera 4G (16MP) but they enjoy the same exact sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The SP-600 UZ was revealed 3 years prior to the Galaxy Camera 4G which is a fairly big gap as far as camera technology is concerned. The two cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before diving in to a complete comparison, below is a concise summation of how the SP-600 UZ scores against the Galaxy Camera 4G with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Olympus SP-600 UZ and Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G. The full galleries are available at Olympus SP-600 UZ Gallery and Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G Gallery.

For those who are going to carry around your camera often, you'll have to take into account its weight and proportions. The Olympus SP-600 UZ has outside measurements of 110mm x 90mm x 91mm (4.3" x 3.5" x 3.6") and a weight of 455 grams (1.00 lbs) whilst the Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G has measurements of 129mm x 71mm x 19mm (5.1" x 2.8" x 0.7") and a weight of 305 grams (0.67 lbs).

Analyze the Olympus SP-600 UZ versus Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you select at that time. Underneath is the front view measurement comparison of the SP-600 UZ versus the Galaxy Camera 4G.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the SP-600 UZ and Galaxy Camera 4G is 69 and 90 respectively.

Normally, it is very difficult to see the contrast in sensor sizes just by researching technical specs. The image below will help offer you a more clear sense of the sensor sizing in the SP-600 UZ and Galaxy Camera 4G.

As you have seen, the two cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing but not the same resolution. You should anticipate the Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G to render extra detail because of its extra 4MP. Greater resolution will make it easier to crop images far more aggressively. The more aged SP-600 UZ will be behind in sensor innovation.