Olympus SP-610UZ vs Panasonic FH6

Its time to look more in depth at the Olympus SP-610UZ and Panasonic FH6, one being a Small Sensor Superzoom and the latter is a Small Sensor Compact by brands Olympus and Panasonic. The image resolution of the SP-610UZ (14MP) and the FH6 (14MP) is relatively comparable and both cameras have the identical sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The SP-610UZ was released 12 months earlier than the FH6 so they are both of a similar generation. Both of these cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before going right into a step-by-step comparison, here is a short synopsis of how the SP-610UZ matches up against the FH6 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Below is a preview of the gallery photos for Olympus SP-610UZ and Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH6. The complete galleries are provided at Olympus SP-610UZ Gallery and Panasonic FH6 Gallery.

For anybody who is intending to lug around your camera regularly, you will need to think about its weight and volume. The Olympus SP-610UZ enjoys external dimensions of 107mm x 73mm x 73mm (4.2" x 2.9" x 2.9") along with a weight of 405 grams (0.89 lbs) whilst the Panasonic FH6 has sizing of 96mm x 56mm x 20mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 0.8") with a weight of 119 grams (0.26 lbs).

Compare the Olympus SP-610UZ and Panasonic FH6 in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you are working with during that time. The following is a front view over all size comparison of the SP-610UZ and the FH6.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability score of the SP-610UZ and FH6 is 79 and 96 respectively.

Usually, its tough to picture the difference in sensor measurements just by checking out specs. The photograph here should give you a better sense of the sensor sizes in the SP-610UZ and FH6.

All in all, each of these cameras come with the identical sensor size and the same exact megapixels so you should expect comparable quality of files though you should take the release date of the cameras into account. The older SP-610UZ will be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor tech.