Olympus SP-600 UZ vs Sony WX9

Here is a in-depth analysis of the Olympus SP-600 UZ and Sony WX9, one being a Small Sensor Superzoom and the latter is a Ultracompact by companies Olympus and Sony. There is a big difference between the resolutions of the SP-600 UZ (12MP) and WX9 (16MP) but both cameras posses the same sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The SP-600 UZ was announced 11 months prior to the WX9 which means that they are both of a similar generation. Both cameras have different body design with the Olympus SP-600 UZ being a Compact camera and the Sony WX9 being a Ultracompact camera.

Before we go right into a thorough comparison, here is a short highlight of how the SP-600 UZ scores versus the WX9 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Following is a preview of the gallery photos for Olympus SP-600 UZ and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-WX9. The whole galleries are viewable at Olympus SP-600 UZ Gallery and Sony WX9 Gallery.

If you're intending to carry your camera, you will need to think about its weight and size. The Olympus SP-600 UZ features outside measurements of 110mm x 90mm x 91mm (4.3" x 3.5" x 3.6") accompanied by a weight of 455 grams (1.00 lbs) while the Sony WX9 has specifications of 95mm x 56mm x 20mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.8") with a weight of n/a grams (0.00 lbs).

Analyze the Olympus SP-600 UZ and Sony WX9 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you have at that time. Below is a front view dimensions comparison of the SP-600 UZ against the WX9.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability score of the SP-600 UZ and WX9 is 69 and 99 respectively.

Generally, its tough to envision the difference between sensor sizing simply by reviewing technical specs. The photograph underneath might give you a stronger sense of the sensor measurements in the SP-600 UZ and WX9.

As you can tell, each of these cameras have the same sensor dimensions albeit not the same MP. You should count on the Sony WX9 to deliver extra detail with its extra 4MP. Higher resolution can also let you crop shots a bit more aggressively. The older SP-600 UZ is going to be disadvantaged with regard to sensor tech.