Olympus SP-600 UZ vs Sony TX66

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").

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The 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.

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.

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).

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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.

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.