Olympus SP-600 UZ vs Sony WX30

Following is a extensive comparison of the Olympus SP-600 UZ and Sony WX30, one is a Small Sensor Superzoom and the other is a Small Sensor Compact by brands Olympus and Sony. There is a significant difference between the image resolutions of the SP-600 UZ (12MP) and WX30 (16MP) but they feature the exact same sensor size (1/2.3").

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The SP-600 UZ was introduced 17 months prior to the WX30 making the cameras a generation away from each other. Both of these cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).

Before delving through a complete comparison, below is a short overview of how the SP-600 UZ grades against the WX30 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Below is a sample of the gallery pictures for Olympus SP-600 UZ and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-WX30. The whole galleries are available at Olympus SP-600 UZ Gallery and Sony WX30 Gallery.

If you are going to carry around your camera frequently, you will need to factor its weight and volume. The Olympus SP-600 UZ enjoys outside measurements of 110mm x 90mm x 91mm (4.3" x 3.5" x 3.6") and a weight of 455 grams (1.00 lbs) while the Sony WX30 has sizing of 92mm x 52mm x 19mm (3.6" x 2.0" x 0.7") with a weight of 117 grams (0.26 lbs).

Contrast the Olympus SP-600 UZ and Sony WX30 in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you have attached at the time. Underneath is the front view dimension comparison of the SP-600 UZ and the WX30.

Looking at size and weight, the portability rating of the SP-600 UZ and WX30 is 69 and 96 respectively.

Often, its hard to visualize the difference between sensor sizes only by reviewing specs. The picture underneath might give you a greater sense of the sensor sizing in the SP-600 UZ and WX30.

As you can plainly see, the 2 cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements but different MP. You should anticipate the Sony WX30 to offer you greater detail using its extra 4 Megapixels. Greater resolution will help you crop images much more aggressively. The more aged SP-600 UZ is going to be behind in sensor tech.