Olympus SP-610UZ vs Panasonic FP1

Below is a detailed overview of the Olympus SP-610UZ versus Panasonic FP1, former being a Small Sensor Superzoom while the latter is a Ultracompact by rivals Olympus and Panasonic. The image resolution of the SP-610UZ (14MP) and the FP1 (12MP) is pretty comparable and both cameras boast the same sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The SP-610UZ was manufactured 13 months later than the FP1 which makes them a generation apart from one another. The two cameras have different body design with the Olympus SP-610UZ being a Compact camera and the Panasonic FP1 being a Ultracompact camera.

Before diving straight to a comprehensive comparison, here is a short view of how the SP-610UZ grades versus the FP1 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Following is a preview of the gallery images for Olympus SP-610UZ & Panasonic Lumix DMC-FP1. The entire galleries are viewable at Olympus SP-610UZ Gallery & Panasonic FP1 Gallery.

If you are looking to lug around your camera often, you will want to factor its weight and dimensions. The Olympus SP-610UZ has physical measurements of 107mm x 73mm x 73mm (4.2" x 2.9" x 2.9") having a weight of 405 grams (0.89 lbs) whilst the Panasonic FP1 has dimensions of 99mm x 59mm x 19mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.7") and a weight of 151 grams (0.33 lbs).

Take a look at the Olympus SP-610UZ versus Panasonic FP1 in our newest Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Don't forget, the weight of an ILC will vary based on the lens you have during that time. Underneath is a front view over all size comparison of the SP-610UZ versus the FP1.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability score of the SP-610UZ and FP1 is 79 and 95 respectively.

Quite often, it is very difficult to picture the gap in sensor measurements simply by checking out specs. The photograph underneath should give you a far better sense of the sensor measurements in the SP-610UZ and FP1.

As you can plainly see, both cameras provide the same sensor dimensions albeit different MP. You can expect the Olympus SP-610UZ to show extra detail due to its extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also let you crop pictures more aggressively. The more modern SP-610UZ provides an edge in sensor technology.