Olympus SP-600 UZ vs Samsung WB35F
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Olympus SP-600 UZ vs Samsung WB35F Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 1600
- 1280 x 720 video
- 28-420mm (F3.5-5.4) lens
- 455g - 110 x 90 x 91mm
- Revealed February 2010
- Earlier Model is Olympus SP-590 UZ
- Renewed by Olympus SP-610UZ
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 24-288mm (F3.1-6.3) lens
- 194g - 101 x 61 x 28mm
- Released January 2014

Olympus SP-600 UZ vs Samsung WB35F Overview
Following is a comprehensive analysis of the Olympus SP-600 UZ versus Samsung WB35F, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras by rivals Olympus and Samsung. There exists a huge gap among the resolutions of the SP-600 UZ (12MP) and WB35F (16MP) but they enjoy the exact same sensor sizes (1/2.3").

The SP-600 UZ was introduced 4 years earlier than the WB35F which is a fairly significant gap as far as camera technology is concerned. The two cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).
Before delving straight into a comprehensive comparison, below is a quick introduction of how the SP-600 UZ scores against the WB35F with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Olympus SP-600 UZ vs Samsung WB35F Gallery
Here is a sample of the gallery pics for Olympus SP-600 UZ and Samsung WB35F. The whole galleries are viewable at Olympus SP-600 UZ Gallery and Samsung WB35F Gallery.
Reasons to pick Olympus SP-600 UZ over the Samsung WB35F
SP-600 UZ | WB35F |
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Reasons to pick Samsung WB35F over the Olympus SP-600 UZ
WB35F | SP-600 UZ | |||
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Released | January 2014 | ![]() | February 2010 | More modern by 47 months |
Common features in the Olympus SP-600 UZ and Samsung WB35F
SP-600 UZ | WB35F | |||
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Manual focus | ![]() | More precise focus | ||
Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Display dimension | 2.7" | ![]() | 2.7" | Identical display dimensions |
Display resolution | 230k | ![]() | 230k | Identical display resolution |
Selfie screen | ![]() | No selfie screen | ||
Touch display | ![]() | No Touch display |
Olympus SP-600 UZ vs Samsung WB35F Physical Comparison
If you're planning to carry around your camera regularly, you need to take into account its weight and size. The Olympus SP-600 UZ provides external dimensions of 110mm x 90mm x 91mm (4.3" x 3.5" x 3.6") and a weight of 455 grams (1.00 lbs) and the Samsung WB35F has specifications of 101mm x 61mm x 28mm (4.0" x 2.4" x 1.1") and a weight of 194 grams (0.43 lbs).
Analyze the Olympus SP-600 UZ versus Samsung WB35F in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you have attached during that time. The following is the front view sizing comparison of the SP-600 UZ versus the WB35F.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability score of the SP-600 UZ and WB35F is 69 and 93 respectively.

Olympus SP-600 UZ vs Samsung WB35F Sensor Comparison
Sometimes, it is very tough to picture the difference in sensor sizes just by going through technical specs. The picture here might provide you a better sense of the sensor dimensions in the SP-600 UZ and WB35F.
As you have seen, both of the cameras posses the exact same sensor measurements but different MP. You should expect to see the Samsung WB35F to show extra detail using its extra 4 Megapixels. Greater resolution can also let you crop pics somewhat more aggressively. The more aged SP-600 UZ will be disadvantaged with regard to sensor technology.

Olympus SP-600 UZ vs Samsung WB35F Screen and ViewFinder


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Olympus SP-600 UZ vs Samsung WB35F Specifications
Olympus SP-600 UZ | Samsung WB35F | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | Olympus | Samsung |
Model type | Olympus SP-600 UZ | Samsung WB35F |
Type | Small Sensor Superzoom | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Revealed | 2010-02-02 | 2014-01-07 |
Physical type | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor | 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 megapixel | 16 megapixel |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | - | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Full resolution | 3968 x 2976 | 4608 x 3456 |
Max native ISO | 1600 | 3200 |
Lowest native ISO | 100 | 80 |
RAW images | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
AF touch | ||
Continuous AF | ||
Single AF | ||
Tracking AF | ||
Selective AF | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
AF multi area | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detection AF | ||
Contract detection AF | ||
Phase detection AF | ||
Total focus points | 143 | - |
Cross type focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 28-420mm (15.0x) | 24-288mm (12.0x) |
Largest aperture | f/3.5-5.4 | f/3.1-6.3 |
Macro focusing range | 1cm | - |
Crop factor | 5.9 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Type of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen diagonal | 2.7" | 2.7" |
Resolution of screen | 230k dots | 230k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch function | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 1/2 seconds | 8 seconds |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/2000 seconds | 1/2000 seconds |
Continuous shooting rate | 10.0 frames/s | - |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual mode | ||
Custom WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash distance | 3.10 m | - |
Flash settings | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye | - |
Hot shoe | ||
AE bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (24 fps), 640 x 480 (30, 15 fps), 320 x 240 (30, 15 fps) | 1280 x 720 |
Max video resolution | 1280x720 | 1280x720 |
Video file format | H.264 | - |
Mic support | ||
Headphone support | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | Built-In |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | none |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environment sealing | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 455 grams (1.00 lbs) | 194 grams (0.43 lbs) |
Dimensions | 110 x 90 x 91mm (4.3" x 3.5" x 3.6") | 101 x 61 x 28mm (4.0" x 2.4" x 1.1") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around 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 ID | - | BP70A |
Self timer | Yes (12 or 2 sec) | - |
Time lapse feature | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC, Internal | MicroSD, MicroSDHC, MicroSDXC |
Card slots | Single | Single |
Price at launch | $189 | $130 |