Olympus SP-600 UZ vs Sony H70
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Olympus SP-600 UZ vs Sony H70 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
- Older Model is Olympus SP-590 UZ
- Replacement is Olympus SP-610UZ
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 25-250mm (F3.5-5.5) lens
- 194g - 102 x 58 x 29mm
- Announced January 2011
Olympus SP-600 UZ vs Sony H70 Overview
Following is a detailed analysis of the Olympus SP-600 UZ and Sony H70, former is a Small Sensor Superzoom while the other is a Small Sensor Compact by manufacturers Olympus and Sony. There is a noticeable difference among the sensor resolutions of the SP-600 UZ (12MP) and H70 (16MP) but both cameras posses the identical sensor measurements (1/2.3").
Samsung Releases Faster Versions of EVO MicroSD CardsThe SP-600 UZ was introduced 11 months before the H70 which means that they are of a similar age. Both the cameras feature the same body design (Compact).
Before we go straight to a complete comparison, here is a brief highlight of how the SP-600 UZ matches up vs the H70 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall score.
Olympus SP-600 UZ vs Sony H70 Gallery
Following is a sample of the gallery pics for Olympus SP-600 UZ & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-H70. The whole galleries are viewable at Olympus SP-600 UZ Gallery & Sony H70 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Olympus SP-600 UZ over the Sony H70
SP-600 UZ | H70 | |||
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Manually focus | More accurate focus |
Reasons to pick Sony H70 over the Olympus SP-600 UZ
H70 | SP-600 UZ | |||
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Announced | January 2011 | February 2010 | More modern by 11 months | |
Display size | 3" | 2.7" | Larger display (+0.3") |
Common features in the Olympus SP-600 UZ and Sony H70
SP-600 UZ | H70 | |||
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Display type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed display | |
Display resolution | 230k | 230k | Exact same display resolution | |
Selfie screen | Lack of selfie screen | |||
Touch display | Lack of Touch display |
Olympus SP-600 UZ vs Sony H70 Physical Comparison
In case you're aiming to carry around your camera frequently, you'll have to consider its weight and size. The Olympus SP-600 UZ provides outer dimensions of 110mm x 90mm x 91mm (4.3" x 3.5" x 3.6") accompanied by a weight of 455 grams (1.00 lbs) and the Sony H70 has specifications of 102mm x 58mm x 29mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.1") along with a weight of 194 grams (0.43 lbs).
Compare the Olympus SP-600 UZ and Sony H70 in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.Keep in mind, the weight of an ILC will vary dependant on the lens you have at the time. Here is a front view dimension comparison of the SP-600 UZ and the H70.
Using size and weight, the portability grade of the SP-600 UZ and H70 is 69 and 93 respectively.
Olympus SP-600 UZ vs Sony H70 Sensor Comparison
Usually, it is very hard to visualize the contrast in sensor sizes just by seeing technical specs. The picture underneath will give you a more clear sense of the sensor sizes in the SP-600 UZ and H70.
As you have seen, both cameras come with the identical sensor size but different megapixels. You can expect to see the Sony H70 to show extra detail using its extra 4MP. Greater resolution can also allow you to crop photos a good deal more aggressively. The more aged SP-600 UZ will be disadvantaged with regard to sensor technology.
Olympus SP-600 UZ vs Sony H70 Screen and ViewFinder
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Olympus SP-600 UZ vs Sony H70 Specifications
Olympus SP-600 UZ | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-H70 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | Olympus | Sony |
Model type | Olympus SP-600 UZ | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-H70 |
Class | Small Sensor Superzoom | Small Sensor Compact |
Revealed | 2010-02-02 | 2011-01-06 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Powered by | TruePic III | BIONZ |
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 | 12MP | 16MP |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | - | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Maximum resolution | 3968 x 2976 | 4608 x 3456 |
Maximum native ISO | 1600 | 3200 |
Min native ISO | 100 | 80 |
RAW format | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detection focus | ||
Contract detection focus | ||
Phase detection focus | ||
Total focus points | 143 | 9 |
Lens | ||
Lens support | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 28-420mm (15.0x) | 25-250mm (10.0x) |
Maximal aperture | f/3.5-5.4 | f/3.5-5.5 |
Macro focusing distance | 1cm | 5cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.9 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen size | 2.7" | 3" |
Screen resolution | 230 thousand dot | 230 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch friendly | ||
Screen technology | - | Clear Photo LCD |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 1/2s | 30s |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/2000s | 1/1600s |
Continuous shooting speed | 10.0fps | 1.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Change white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash distance | 3.10 m | 3.60 m |
Flash options | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye | Auto, On, Off, Slow Sync |
Hot shoe | ||
AEB | ||
WB 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 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) |
Maximum video resolution | 1280x720 | 1280x720 |
Video file format | H.264 | MPEG-4 |
Mic jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | Eye-Fi Connected |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental seal | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 455g (1.00 lb) | 194g (0.43 lb) |
Physical dimensions | 110 x 90 x 91mm (4.3" x 3.5" x 3.6") | 102 x 58 x 29mm (4.0" x 2.3" 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 | - | NP-BG1 |
Self timer | Yes (12 or 2 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Portrait 1/2) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC, Internal | SD/SDHC/SDXC/Memory Stick Duo/Memory Stick Pro Duo, Memory Stick Pro-HG Duo |
Storage slots | One | One |
Cost at launch | $189 | $199 |