Olympus SP-600 UZ vs Sony TX66
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Olympus SP-600 UZ vs Sony TX66 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
- Revealed February 2010
- Previous Model is Olympus SP-590 UZ
- Updated by Olympus SP-610UZ
(Full Review)
- 18MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3.3" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 12800
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 26-130mm (F3.5-4.8) lens
- 109g - 93 x 54 x 13mm
- Revealed February 2012
Olympus SP-600 UZ vs Sony TX66 Overview
In this write-up, we are evaluating the Olympus SP-600 UZ vs Sony TX66, former is a Small Sensor Superzoom while the other is a Ultracompact by companies Olympus and Sony. There is a noticeable difference between the image resolutions of the SP-600 UZ (12MP) and TX66 (18MP) but they possess the same exact sensor sizing (1/2.3").
Leica to Release Innovative Hybrid Medium Format Camera in 2 YearsThe SP-600 UZ was announced 3 years earlier than the TX66 which is quite a sizable difference as far as tech is concerned. The two cameras offer different body type with the Olympus SP-600 UZ being a Compact camera and the Sony TX66 being a Ultracompact camera.
Before delving in to a detailed comparison, below is a quick overview of how the SP-600 UZ scores against the TX66 for portability, imaging, features and an overall score.
Olympus SP-600 UZ vs Sony TX66 Gallery
Here is a sample of the gallery pics for Olympus SP-600 UZ & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-TX66. The whole galleries are available at Olympus SP-600 UZ Gallery & Sony TX66 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Olympus SP-600 UZ over the Sony TX66
SP-600 UZ | TX66 |
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Reasons to pick Sony TX66 over the Olympus SP-600 UZ
TX66 | SP-600 UZ | |||
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Revealed | February 2012 | February 2010 | More modern by 25 months | |
Display sizing | 3.3" | 2.7" | Larger display (+0.6") | |
Display resolution | 1230k | 230k | Crisper display (+1000k dot) | |
Touch display | Easily navigate |
Common features in the Olympus SP-600 UZ and Sony TX66
SP-600 UZ | TX66 | |||
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Manually focus | Very precise focus | |||
Display type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed display | |
Selfie screen | Neither offers selfie screen |
Olympus SP-600 UZ vs Sony TX66 Physical Comparison
In case you're planning to carry around your camera regularly, you will need to factor its weight and dimensions. The Olympus SP-600 UZ offers exterior measurements of 110mm x 90mm x 91mm (4.3" x 3.5" x 3.6") along with a weight of 455 grams (1.00 lbs) and the Sony TX66 has dimensions of 93mm x 54mm x 13mm (3.7" x 2.1" x 0.5") and a weight of 109 grams (0.24 lbs).
Examine the Olympus SP-600 UZ vs Sony TX66 in our brand new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.Keep in mind, the weight of an ILC will vary based on the lens you are employing at that moment. Here is the front view dimension comparison of the SP-600 UZ and the TX66.
Considering size and weight, the portability grade of the SP-600 UZ and TX66 is 69 and 97 respectively.
Olympus SP-600 UZ vs Sony TX66 Sensor Comparison
Usually, it is very hard to visualise the gap between sensor sizes just by reviewing specifications. The picture here will offer you a more clear sense of the sensor measurements in the SP-600 UZ and TX66.
To sum up, both of the cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing but not the same MP. You can expect to see the Sony TX66 to offer you extra detail with its extra 6 Megapixels. Greater resolution will enable you to crop photos far more aggressively. The more aged SP-600 UZ is going to be disadvantaged with regard to sensor technology.
Olympus SP-600 UZ vs Sony TX66 Screen and ViewFinder
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Olympus SP-600 UZ vs Sony TX66 Specifications
Olympus SP-600 UZ | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-TX66 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | Olympus | Sony |
Model | Olympus SP-600 UZ | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-TX66 |
Class | Small Sensor Superzoom | Ultracompact |
Revealed | 2010-02-02 | 2012-02-28 |
Body design | Compact | Ultracompact |
Sensor Information | ||
Powered by | TruePic III | BIONZ |
Sensor type | CCD | BSI-CMOS |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 6.08 x 4.56mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor area | 27.7mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 12 megapixel | 18 megapixel |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | - | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Maximum resolution | 3968 x 2976 | 4896 x 3672 |
Maximum native ISO | 1600 | 12800 |
Minimum native ISO | 100 | 80 |
RAW data | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detect focus | ||
Contract detect focus | ||
Phase detect focus | ||
Number of focus points | 143 | - |
Cross focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 28-420mm (15.0x) | 26-130mm (5.0x) |
Maximal aperture | f/3.5-5.4 | f/3.5-4.8 |
Macro focus range | 1cm | 1cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.9 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Range of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display size | 2.7" | 3.3" |
Resolution of display | 230 thousand dot | 1,230 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch friendly | ||
Display tech | - | XtraFine TruBlack OLED display |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 1/2 secs | 30 secs |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/2000 secs | 1/4000 secs |
Continuous shooting speed | 10.0fps | 10.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Change white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash range | 3.10 m | 3.10 m |
Flash settings | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye | Auto, On, Off, Slow Sync, Rear Slow Sync |
Hot shoe | ||
AEB | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (24 fps), 640 x 480 (30, 15 fps), 320 x 240 (30, 15 fps) | 1920 x 1080 (60 fps), 1440 x 1080 (60, 30 fps), 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) |
Maximum video resolution | 1280x720 | 1920x1080 |
Video data format | H.264 | MPEG-4, AVCHD |
Microphone input | ||
Headphone input | ||
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 seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 455g (1.00 lbs) | 109g (0.24 lbs) |
Dimensions | 110 x 90 x 91mm (4.3" x 3.5" x 3.6") | 93 x 54 x 13mm (3.7" x 2.1" x 0.5") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light score | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | - | 250 photos |
Battery format | - | Battery Pack |
Battery model | - | NP-BN |
Self timer | Yes (12 or 2 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Portrait 1/2) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC, Internal | Memory Stick Duo/Pro Duo/Pro-HG Duo, microSD/microSDHC |
Storage slots | Single | Single |
Retail cost | $189 | $350 |