Olympus SP-600 UZ vs Sony A380
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Olympus SP-600 UZ vs Sony A380 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
- Launched February 2010
- Superseded the Olympus SP-590 UZ
- Replacement is Olympus SP-610UZ
(Full Review)

Olympus SP-600 UZ vs Sony A380 Overview
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.

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.

Olympus SP-600 UZ vs Sony A380 Gallery
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.
Reasons to pick Olympus SP-600 UZ over the Sony A380
SP-600 UZ | A380 |
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Reasons to pick Sony A380 over the Olympus SP-600 UZ
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Screen type | Tilting | ![]() | Fixed | Tilting screen |
Common features in the Olympus SP-600 UZ and Sony A380
SP-600 UZ | A380 | |||
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Revealed | February 2010 | ![]() | August 2009 | Same generation |
Manual focus | ![]() | More precise focusing | ||
Screen sizing | 2.7" | ![]() | 2.7" | Equivalent screen dimensions |
Screen resolution | 230k | ![]() | 230k | The same screen resolution |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Missing selfie screen | ||
Touch screen | ![]() | Missing Touch screen |
Olympus SP-600 UZ vs Sony A380 Physical Comparison
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.

Olympus SP-600 UZ vs Sony A380 Sensor Comparison
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.

Olympus SP-600 UZ vs Sony A380 Screen and ViewFinder


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Olympus SP-600 UZ vs Sony A380 Specifications
Olympus SP-600 UZ | Sony Alpha DSLR-A380 | |
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General Information | ||
Company | Olympus | Sony |
Model type | Olympus SP-600 UZ | Sony Alpha DSLR-A380 |
Category | Small Sensor Superzoom | Entry-Level DSLR |
Launched | 2010-02-02 | 2009-08-24 |
Physical type | Compact | Compact SLR |
Sensor Information | ||
Chip | TruePic III | Bionz |
Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | APS-C |
Sensor dimensions | 6.08 x 4.56mm | 23.6 x 15.8mm |
Sensor surface area | 27.7mm² | 372.9mm² |
Sensor resolution | 12MP | 14MP |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | - | 3:2 and 16:9 |
Max resolution | 3968 x 2976 | 4592 x 3056 |
Max native ISO | 1600 | 3200 |
Lowest native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW support | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
Touch to focus | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detect focus | ||
Contract detect focus | ||
Phase detect focus | ||
Total focus points | 143 | 9 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | fixed lens | Sony/Minolta Alpha |
Lens zoom range | 28-420mm (15.0x) | - |
Maximal aperture | f/3.5-5.4 | - |
Macro focusing distance | 1cm | - |
Amount of lenses | - | 143 |
Focal length multiplier | 5.9 | 1.5 |
Screen | ||
Type of display | Fixed Type | Tilting |
Display sizing | 2.7 inch | 2.7 inch |
Display resolution | 230k dots | 230k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch operation | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | Optical (pentamirror) |
Viewfinder coverage | - | 95 percent |
Viewfinder magnification | - | 0.49x |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 1/2 secs | 30 secs |
Max shutter speed | 1/2000 secs | 1/4000 secs |
Continuous shutter rate | 10.0 frames/s | 3.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual mode | ||
Exposure compensation | - | Yes |
Custom white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash distance | 3.10 m | 10.00 m (at ISO 100) |
Flash settings | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync, Rear Curtain, Wireless |
External flash | ||
AE bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Max flash synchronize | - | 1/160 secs |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (24 fps), 640 x 480 (30, 15 fps), 320 x 240 (30, 15 fps) | - |
Max video resolution | 1280x720 | None |
Video data format | H.264 | - |
Mic port | ||
Headphone port | ||
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 sealing | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 455g (1.00 lbs) | 519g (1.14 lbs) |
Dimensions | 110 x 90 x 91mm (4.3" x 3.5" x 3.6") | 128 x 97 x 71mm (5.0" x 3.8" x 2.8") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall rating | not tested | 67 |
DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | 22.6 |
DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | 11.8 |
DXO Low light rating | not tested | 614 |
Other | ||
Battery life | - | 500 pictures |
Battery type | - | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | - | NP-FH50 |
Self timer | Yes (12 or 2 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Storage type | SD/SDHC, Internal | SD/ SDHC, Memory Stick Pro Duo |
Card slots | Single | Single |
Price at release | $189 | $899 |