Olympus SP-610UZ vs Sony A700
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Olympus SP-610UZ vs Sony A700 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
- Superseded the Olympus SP-600 UZ
- Refreshed by Olympus SP-620 UZ
(Full Review)
- 12MP - APS-C Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 6400
- Sensor based Image Stabilization
- 1/8000s Maximum Shutter
- No Video
- Sony/Minolta Alpha Mount
- 768g - 142 x 105 x 80mm
- Released December 2007
- Earlier Model is Konica Minolta 7D
- Successor is Sony A77

Olympus SP-610UZ vs Sony A700 Overview
Let's take a closer look at the Olympus SP-610UZ vs Sony A700, former being a Small Sensor Superzoom while the other is a Advanced DSLR by brands Olympus and Sony. The resolution of the SP-610UZ (14MP) and the A700 (12MP) is very close but the SP-610UZ (1/2.3") and A700 (APS-C) posses different sensor measurements.

The SP-610UZ was introduced 3 years later than the A700 and that is a fairly large difference as far as camera technology is concerned. Both the cameras have different body design with the Olympus SP-610UZ being a Compact camera and the Sony A700 being a Mid-size SLR camera.
Before delving right into a detailed comparison, here is a brief summary of how the SP-610UZ matches up versus the A700 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Olympus SP-610UZ vs Sony A700 Gallery
Here is a sample of the gallery pics for Olympus SP-610UZ & Sony Alpha DSLR-A700. The whole galleries are provided at Olympus SP-610UZ Gallery & Sony A700 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Olympus SP-610UZ over the Sony A700
SP-610UZ | A700 | |||
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Released | January 2011 | ![]() | December 2007 | More recent by 38 months |
Reasons to pick Sony A700 over the Olympus SP-610UZ
A700 | SP-610UZ | |||
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Manually focus | ![]() | Dial precise focus | ||
Display resolution | 920k | ![]() | 230k | Sharper display (+690k dot) |
Common features in the Olympus SP-610UZ and Sony A700
SP-610UZ | A700 | |||
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Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Display dimensions | 3" | ![]() | 3" | Equal display measurements |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Lacking selfie screen | ||
Touch display | ![]() | Lacking Touch display |
Olympus SP-610UZ vs Sony A700 Physical Comparison
For anyone who is looking to lug around your camera frequently, you will have to factor in its weight and measurements. The Olympus SP-610UZ has exterior measurements 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 Sony A700 has proportions of 142mm x 105mm x 80mm (5.6" x 4.1" x 3.1") having a weight of 768 grams (1.69 lbs).
Take a look at the Olympus SP-610UZ vs Sony A700 in our brand new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Do not forget, the weight of an ILC will change depending on the lens you are working with at that time. Below is a front view dimensions comparison of the SP-610UZ compared to the A700.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability score of the SP-610UZ and A700 is 79 and 58 respectively.

Olympus SP-610UZ vs Sony A700 Sensor Comparison
Typically, it can be difficult to imagine the contrast in sensor measurements merely by researching specifications. The graphic underneath might give you a clearer sense of the sensor sizing in the SP-610UZ and A700.
To sum up, both of those cameras provide different resolutions and different sensor measurements. The SP-610UZ using its smaller sensor is going to make shooting bokeh trickier and the Olympus SP-610UZ will result in greater detail using its extra 2 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also enable you to crop pics more aggressively. The more modern SP-610UZ provides an edge in sensor tech.

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Olympus SP-610UZ vs Sony A700 Specifications
Olympus SP-610UZ | Sony Alpha DSLR-A700 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | Olympus | Sony |
Model type | Olympus SP-610UZ | Sony Alpha DSLR-A700 |
Class | Small Sensor Superzoom | Advanced DSLR |
Launched | 2011-01-06 | 2007-12-19 |
Body design | Compact | Mid-size SLR |
Sensor Information | ||
Chip | TruePic III | - |
Sensor type | CCD | CMOS |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | APS-C |
Sensor measurements | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 23.5 x 15.6mm |
Sensor surface area | 28.1mm² | 366.6mm² |
Sensor resolution | 14 megapixels | 12 megapixels |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | 3:2 and 16:9 |
Highest Possible resolution | 4288 x 3216 | 4272 x 2848 |
Maximum native ISO | 3200 | 6400 |
Minimum native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW data | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch to focus | ||
AF continuous | ||
AF single | ||
AF tracking | ||
AF selectice | ||
AF center weighted | ||
Multi area AF | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detection focusing | ||
Contract detection focusing | ||
Phase detection focusing | ||
Total focus points | 11 | 11 |
Lens | ||
Lens support | fixed lens | Sony/Minolta Alpha |
Lens zoom range | 28-616mm (22.0x) | - |
Max aperture | f/3.3-5.7 | - |
Macro focusing distance | 1cm | - |
Amount of lenses | - | 143 |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 1.5 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen diagonal | 3" | 3" |
Resolution of screen | 230k dot | 920k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch friendly | ||
Screen tech | TFT Color LCD | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | Optical (pentaprism) |
Viewfinder coverage | - | 95 percent |
Viewfinder magnification | - | 0.6x |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 4s | 30s |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/2000s | 1/8000s |
Continuous shutter speed | 1.0 frames per sec | 5.0 frames per sec |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | - | Yes |
Custom WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash distance | 6.30 m | 12.00 m |
Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Fill-in | Auto, Fill-in, Red-Eye reduction, Slow Sync, rear curtain, Off |
External flash | ||
AEB | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Fastest flash sync | - | 1/250s |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 180 (30fps) | - |
Maximum video resolution | 1280x720 | None |
Video file format | Motion JPEG | - |
Microphone input | ||
Headphone input | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Eye-Fi Connected | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental seal | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 405 gr (0.89 pounds) | 768 gr (1.69 pounds) |
Physical dimensions | 107 x 73 x 73mm (4.2" x 2.9" x 2.9") | 142 x 105 x 80mm (5.6" x 4.1" x 3.1") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall rating | not tested | 66 |
DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | 22.3 |
DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | 11.9 |
DXO Low light rating | not tested | 581 |
Other | ||
Battery life | 340 photographs | - |
Battery format | AA | - |
Battery ID | 4 x AA | NP-FM500H |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 12 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC | Compact Flash (Type I or II), Memory Stick Duo / Pro Duo |
Storage slots | One | 2 |
Launch cost | $299 | $1,000 |