Olympus SP-610UZ vs Panasonic G6
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Olympus SP-610UZ vs Panasonic G6 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 3200
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 28-616mm (F3.3-5.7) lens
- 405g - 107 x 73 x 73mm
- Launched January 2011
- Succeeded the Olympus SP-600 UZ
- Later Model is Olympus SP-620 UZ
(Full Review)
- 16MP - Four Thirds Sensor
- 3" Fully Articulated Display
- ISO 160 - 25600
- 1920 x 1080 video
- Micro Four Thirds Mount
- 390g - 122 x 85 x 71mm
- Launched April 2013
- Succeeded the Panasonic G5
- Renewed by Panasonic G7
Olympus SP-610UZ vs Panasonic G6 Overview
Let's examine more closely at the Olympus SP-610UZ vs Panasonic G6, former being a Small Sensor Superzoom while the other is a Entry-Level Mirrorless by companies Olympus and Panasonic. The image resolution of the SP-610UZ (14MP) and the G6 (16MP) is very similar but the SP-610UZ (1/2.3") and G6 (Four Thirds) possess different sensor sizes.
Samsung Releases Faster Versions of EVO MicroSD CardsThe SP-610UZ was introduced 3 years earlier than the G6 and that is quite a significant difference as far as tech is concerned. Both the cameras offer different body type with the Olympus SP-610UZ being a Compact camera and the Panasonic G6 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera.
Before delving in to a in-depth comparison, below is a concise summation of how the SP-610UZ grades versus the G6 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.
Olympus SP-610UZ vs Panasonic G6 Gallery
Below is a sample of the gallery pics for Olympus SP-610UZ & Panasonic Lumix DMC-G6. The whole galleries are available at Olympus SP-610UZ Gallery & Panasonic G6 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Olympus SP-610UZ over the Panasonic G6
SP-610UZ | G6 |
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Reasons to pick Panasonic G6 over the Olympus SP-610UZ
G6 | SP-610UZ | |||
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Launched | April 2013 | January 2011 | Fresher by 27 months | |
Manual focus | Very accurate focus | |||
Display type | Fully Articulated | Fixed | Fully Articulating display | |
Display resolution | 1036k | 230k | Crisper display (+806k dot) | |
Selfie screen | Easy selfies | |||
Touch display | Easily navigate |
Common features in the Olympus SP-610UZ and Panasonic G6
SP-610UZ | G6 | |||
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Display sizing | 3" | 3" | Equivalent display dimensions |
Olympus SP-610UZ vs Panasonic G6 Physical Comparison
For anyone who is going to carry your camera, you're going to have to factor in its weight and proportions. The Olympus SP-610UZ comes with physical measurements of 107mm x 73mm x 73mm (4.2" x 2.9" x 2.9") with a weight of 405 grams (0.89 lbs) whilst the Panasonic G6 has measurements of 122mm x 85mm x 71mm (4.8" x 3.3" x 2.8") accompanied by a weight of 390 grams (0.86 lbs).
Examine the Olympus SP-610UZ vs Panasonic G6 in our completely new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.Always remember, the weight of an ILC will change based on the lens you are employing at the time. The following is the front view measurement comparison of the SP-610UZ versus the G6.
Taking into account size and weight, the portability rating of the SP-610UZ and G6 is 79 and 74 respectively.
Olympus SP-610UZ vs Panasonic G6 Sensor Comparison
Generally, it is tough to imagine the difference between sensor sizing purely by reviewing technical specs. The photograph underneath will provide you a far better sense of the sensor measurements in the SP-610UZ and G6.
As you can tell, both cameras offer different resolutions and different sensor sizing. The SP-610UZ having a tinier sensor is going to make shooting shallow DOF harder and the Panasonic G6 will deliver extra detail using its extra 2MP. Greater resolution can also make it easier to crop photos a little more aggressively. The older SP-610UZ is going to be behind when it comes to sensor tech.
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Olympus SP-610UZ vs Panasonic G6 Specifications
Olympus SP-610UZ | Panasonic Lumix DMC-G6 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | Olympus | Panasonic |
Model type | Olympus SP-610UZ | Panasonic Lumix DMC-G6 |
Type | Small Sensor Superzoom | Entry-Level Mirrorless |
Launched | 2011-01-06 | 2013-04-24 |
Physical type | Compact | SLR-style mirrorless |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor | TruePic III | - |
Sensor type | CCD | CMOS |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | Four Thirds |
Sensor dimensions | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 17.3 x 13mm |
Sensor surface area | 28.1mm² | 224.9mm² |
Sensor resolution | 14 megapixels | 16 megapixels |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Highest Possible resolution | 4288 x 3216 | 4608 x 3456 |
Maximum native ISO | 3200 | 25600 |
Min native ISO | 100 | 160 |
RAW files | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
AF touch | ||
Continuous AF | ||
Single AF | ||
AF tracking | ||
AF selectice | ||
AF center weighted | ||
AF multi area | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detection focusing | ||
Contract detection focusing | ||
Phase detection focusing | ||
Total focus points | 11 | 23 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | fixed lens | Micro Four Thirds |
Lens zoom range | 28-616mm (22.0x) | - |
Highest aperture | f/3.3-5.7 | - |
Macro focusing distance | 1cm | - |
Available lenses | - | 107 |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 2.1 |
Screen | ||
Type of screen | Fixed Type | Fully Articulated |
Screen size | 3 inch | 3 inch |
Screen resolution | 230 thousand dots | 1,036 thousand dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch friendly | ||
Screen technology | TFT Color LCD | TFT Color LCD with wide-viewing angle |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | Electronic |
Viewfinder resolution | - | 1,440 thousand dots |
Viewfinder coverage | - | 100% |
Viewfinder magnification | - | 0.7x |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 4s | 60s |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/2000s | 1/4000s |
Continuous shutter rate | 1.0 frames per sec | 7.0 frames per sec |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Exposure compensation | - | Yes |
Change WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash distance | 6.30 m | 10.50 m |
Flash options | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Fill-in | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync |
Hot shoe | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Fastest flash synchronize | - | 1/160s |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 180 (30fps) | 1920 x 1080 (60, 50, 30, 25fps) 1280 x 720 (60, 50, 30, 25fps), 640 x 480 (30, 25fps |
Maximum video resolution | 1280x720 | 1920x1080 |
Video file format | Motion JPEG | MPEG-4, AVCHD |
Mic support | ||
Headphone support | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Eye-Fi Connected | Built-In |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental sealing | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 405g (0.89 pounds) | 390g (0.86 pounds) |
Dimensions | 107 x 73 x 73mm (4.2" x 2.9" x 2.9") | 122 x 85 x 71mm (4.8" x 3.3" x 2.8") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall rating | not tested | 61 |
DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | 21.3 |
DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | 11.5 |
DXO Low light rating | not tested | 639 |
Other | ||
Battery life | 340 shots | 340 shots |
Form of battery | AA | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | 4 x AA | - |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 12 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 sec, 10 sec (3 images)) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Storage type | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/SDHC/SDXC |
Card slots | One | One |
Price at release | $299 | $750 |