Olympus SP-610UZ vs Panasonic S2

Here is a complete comparison of the Olympus SP-610UZ and Panasonic S2, former being a Small Sensor Superzoom while the latter is a Small Sensor Compact by rivals Olympus and Panasonic. The sensor resolution of the SP-610UZ (14MP) and the S2 (14MP) is pretty similar and both cameras have the identical sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The SP-610UZ was released 12 months before the S2 so they are both of a similar age. Each of the cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before we go right into a comprehensive comparison, here is a quick view of how the SP-610UZ matches up versus the S2 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

The following is a preview of the gallery images for Olympus SP-610UZ & Panasonic Lumix DMC-S2. The complete galleries are available at Olympus SP-610UZ Gallery & Panasonic S2 Gallery.

In case you're looking to carry your camera frequently, you will need to consider its weight and measurements. The Olympus SP-610UZ has got outer dimensions of 107mm x 73mm x 73mm (4.2" x 2.9" x 2.9") and a weight of 405 grams (0.89 lbs) whilst the Panasonic S2 has proportions of 98mm x 57mm x 21mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 0.8") with a weight of 112 grams (0.25 lbs).

Analyze the Olympus SP-610UZ and Panasonic S2 in our completely new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Bear in mind, the weight of an ILC will differ based on the lens you are working with at that time. Here is a front view over all size comparison of the SP-610UZ against the S2.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the SP-610UZ and S2 is 79 and 96 respectively.

Normally, its difficult to visualize the contrast between sensor sizing only by going over a spec sheet. The graphic below will help provide you a much better sense of the sensor sizes in the SP-610UZ and S2.

As you can see, the two cameras feature the identical sensor size and the same resolution so you can expect similar quality of pictures though you will need to factor the launch date of the products into consideration. The older SP-610UZ is going to be disadvantaged in sensor tech.