Olympus SP-610UZ vs Olympus SZ-12

On this page, we are reviewing the Olympus SP-610UZ and Olympus SZ-12, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras and both of them are created by Olympus. The sensor resolution of the SP-610UZ (14MP) and the SZ-12 (14MP) is very similar and both cameras boast the same sensor size (1/2.3").

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The SP-610UZ was manufactured 12 months earlier than the SZ-12 and they are of a similar generation. Both of these cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before going into a complete comparison, here is a quick view of how the SP-610UZ grades against the SZ-12 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Following is a sample of the gallery pics for Olympus SP-610UZ and Olympus SZ-12. The entire galleries are provided at Olympus SP-610UZ Gallery and Olympus SZ-12 Gallery.

If you are planning to carry around your camera often, you should think about its weight and dimensions. The Olympus SP-610UZ provides external dimensions of 107mm x 73mm x 73mm (4.2" x 2.9" x 2.9") with a weight of 405 grams (0.89 lbs) and the Olympus SZ-12 has dimensions of 106mm x 69mm x 40mm (4.2" x 2.7" x 1.6") accompanied by a weight of 226 grams (0.50 lbs).

Check the Olympus SP-610UZ and Olympus SZ-12 in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you are using at the time. Underneath is a front view proportions comparison of the SP-610UZ against the SZ-12.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the SP-610UZ and SZ-12 is 79 and 89 respectively.

Quite often, it is difficult to visualize the difference between sensor sizes simply by reading specs. The pic underneath will offer you a far better sense of the sensor dimensions in the SP-610UZ and SZ-12.

As you can plainly see, each of the cameras provide the same sensor dimensions and the identical megapixels and you should expect similar quality of photographs however you have to factor the release date of the products into consideration. The more aged SP-610UZ is going to be disadvantaged in sensor innovation.