Olympus SP-610UZ vs Panasonic FH1

Following is a in depth comparison of the Olympus SP-610UZ and Panasonic FH1, one is a Small Sensor Superzoom and the other is a Small Sensor Compact by manufacturers Olympus and Panasonic. The resolution of the SP-610UZ (14MP) and the FH1 (12MP) is very comparable and both cameras provide the same sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The SP-610UZ was introduced 13 months after the FH1 making them a generation away from one another. Both the cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before getting into a in depth comparison, here is a short synopsis of how the SP-610UZ grades vs the FH1 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

The following is a sample of the gallery pics for Olympus SP-610UZ and Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH1. The whole galleries are available at Olympus SP-610UZ Gallery and Panasonic FH1 Gallery.

In case you're aiming to carry around your camera frequently, you will have to take into account its weight and dimensions. The Olympus SP-610UZ provides outside measurements of 107mm x 73mm x 73mm (4.2" x 2.9" x 2.9") along with a weight of 405 grams (0.89 lbs) and the Panasonic FH1 has dimensions of 98mm x 55mm x 23mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 0.9") with a weight of 163 grams (0.36 lbs).

Look at the Olympus SP-610UZ and Panasonic FH1 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you are utilising at that time. Here is a front view measurements comparison of the SP-610UZ and the FH1.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability score of the SP-610UZ and FH1 is 79 and 95 respectively.

Typically, its hard to envision the contrast in sensor sizes merely by seeing technical specs. The image below will give you a clearer sense of the sensor sizing in the SP-610UZ and FH1.

As you can tell, each of these cameras provide the same sensor dimensions but not the same megapixels. You should expect to see the Olympus SP-610UZ to show more detail using its extra 2 Megapixels. Greater resolution will let you crop pics more aggressively. The fresher SP-610UZ will have a benefit when it comes to sensor technology.