Olympus SP-610UZ vs Panasonic FZ300

Below is a extensive comparison of the Olympus SP-610UZ versus Panasonic FZ300, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras by rivals Olympus and Panasonic. The sensor resolution of the SP-610UZ (14MP) and the FZ300 (12MP) is pretty similar and they enjoy the same exact sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The SP-610UZ was launched 5 years earlier than the FZ300 and that is quite a big difference as far as tech is concerned. Each of these cameras offer different body type with the Olympus SP-610UZ being a Compact camera and the Panasonic FZ300 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera.

Before we go in to a detailed comparison, below is a concise introduction of how the SP-610UZ grades versus the FZ300 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Here is a preview of the gallery images for Olympus SP-610UZ & Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ300. The complete galleries are available at Olympus SP-610UZ Gallery & Panasonic FZ300 Gallery.

If you're intending to lug around your camera frequently, you'll have to factor its weight and volume. The Olympus SP-610UZ has got physical 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 FZ300 has sizing of 132mm x 92mm x 117mm (5.2" x 3.6" x 4.6") along with a weight of 691 grams (1.52 lbs).

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Don't forget, the weight of an ILC will differ dependant on the lens you are utilizing at that time. Underneath is the front view size comparison of the SP-610UZ and the FZ300.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability rating of the SP-610UZ and FZ300 is 79 and 59 respectively.

In many cases, it's difficult to picture the gap between sensor measurements only by reviewing specs. The graphic below will provide you a stronger sense of the sensor measurements in the SP-610UZ and FZ300.

All in all, both the cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing albeit different megapixels. You can expect the Olympus SP-610UZ to deliver greater detail utilizing its extra 2MP. Higher resolution will let you crop shots a little more aggressively. The older SP-610UZ is going to be disadvantaged with regard to sensor tech.