Olympus SP-610UZ vs Panasonic FX700

Here is a extended assessment of the Olympus SP-610UZ and Panasonic FX700, former being a Small Sensor Superzoom while the other is a Small Sensor Compact by manufacturers Olympus and Panasonic. The resolution of the SP-610UZ (14MP) and the FX700 (14MP) is fairly similar and both cameras boast the identical sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The SP-610UZ was launched 6 months later than the FX700 so they are both of a similar age. Both the cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before we go right into a full comparison, here is a concise highlight of how the SP-610UZ grades vs the FX700 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Here is a sample of the gallery pictures for Olympus SP-610UZ & Panasonic Lumix DMC-FX700. The complete galleries are available at Olympus SP-610UZ Gallery & Panasonic FX700 Gallery.

If you're intending to carry your camera frequently, you're going to have to take into account its weight and size. The Olympus SP-610UZ provides exterior measurements of 107mm x 73mm x 73mm (4.2" x 2.9" x 2.9") with a weight of 405 grams (0.89 lbs) while the Panasonic FX700 has specifications of 104mm x 56mm x 25mm (4.1" x 2.2" x 1.0") along with a weight of 176 grams (0.39 lbs).

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Always remember, the weight of an ILC will change based on the lens you have at that time. The following is a front view sizing comparison of the SP-610UZ versus the FX700.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability score of the SP-610UZ and FX700 is 79 and 94 respectively.

Normally, it's tough to visualise the difference between sensor sizing only by reviewing a spec sheet. The visual underneath will give you a far better sense of the sensor sizing in the SP-610UZ and FX700.

Clearly, both of those cameras feature the identical sensor size and the identical resolution so you can expect similar quality of photos though you will need to factor the age of the products into consideration.