Olympus SP-610UZ vs Panasonic 3D1

On this page, we will be looking at the Olympus SP-610UZ vs Panasonic 3D1, one is a Small Sensor Superzoom and the latter is a Small Sensor Compact by manufacturers Olympus and Panasonic. The resolution of the SP-610UZ (14MP) and the 3D1 (12MP) is pretty well matched and both cameras provide the same sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The SP-610UZ was announced 10 months before the 3D1 which means that they are of a similar generation. Both of the cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before getting into a in depth comparison, here is a short introduction of how the SP-610UZ grades versus the 3D1 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Following is a preview of the gallery images for Olympus SP-610UZ and Panasonic Lumix DMC-3D1. The whole galleries are viewable at Olympus SP-610UZ Gallery and Panasonic 3D1 Gallery.

If you are aiming to carry around your camera often, you're going to have to factor in its weight and dimensions. The Olympus SP-610UZ provides exterior dimensions of 107mm x 73mm x 73mm (4.2" x 2.9" x 2.9") accompanied by a weight of 405 grams (0.89 lbs) while the Panasonic 3D1 has dimensions of 108mm x 58mm x 24mm (4.3" x 2.3" x 0.9") having a weight of 193 grams (0.43 lbs).

Check the Olympus SP-610UZ vs Panasonic 3D1 in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you have during that time. Here is a front view over all size comparison of the SP-610UZ vs the 3D1.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability rating of the SP-610UZ and 3D1 is 79 and 93 respectively.

Generally, it's difficult to see the difference between sensor sizes simply by checking specs. The picture here might give you a stronger sense of the sensor sizes in the SP-610UZ and 3D1.

As you can plainly see, each of the cameras provide the same sensor dimensions albeit not the same resolution. You should expect the Olympus SP-610UZ to give you greater detail with its extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also enable you to crop photographs more aggressively. The more aged SP-610UZ is going to be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor innovation.