Olympus SP-600 UZ vs Sony A380

In this article, we will be reviewing the Olympus SP-600 UZ versus Sony A380, one is a Small Sensor Superzoom and the latter is a Entry-Level DSLR by brands Olympus and Sony. The image resolution of the SP-600 UZ (12MP) and the A380 (14MP) is pretty comparable but the SP-600 UZ (1/2.3") and A380 (APS-C) possess different sensor sizes.

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The SP-600 UZ was brought out 6 months after the A380 and they are of a similar generation. Both the cameras offer different body type with the Olympus SP-600 UZ being a Compact camera and the Sony A380 being a Compact SLR camera.

Before diving through a in depth comparison, below is a quick summary of how the SP-600 UZ matches up versus the A380 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Here is a preview of the gallery images for Olympus SP-600 UZ and Sony Alpha DSLR-A380. The entire galleries are viewable at Olympus SP-600 UZ Gallery and Sony A380 Gallery.

For anyone who is intending to travel with your camera, you'll need to factor its weight and measurements. The Olympus SP-600 UZ enjoys exterior measurements of 110mm x 90mm x 91mm (4.3" x 3.5" x 3.6") having a weight of 455 grams (1.00 lbs) while the Sony A380 has proportions of 128mm x 97mm x 71mm (5.0" x 3.8" x 2.8") accompanied by a weight of 519 grams (1.14 lbs).

Examine the Olympus SP-600 UZ versus Sony A380 in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you have during that time. Here is the front view dimensions comparison of the SP-600 UZ compared to the A380.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability grade of the SP-600 UZ and A380 is 69 and 68 respectively.

In many cases, it's difficult to picture the gap in sensor dimensions merely by checking out specifications. The picture below should give you a much better sense of the sensor sizing in the SP-600 UZ and A380.

Plainly, both of those cameras offer different megapixel count and different sensor dimensions. The SP-600 UZ due to its smaller sensor is going to make getting bokeh tougher and the Sony A380 will show extra detail having its extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also make it easier to crop shots a little more aggressively.