Olympus SP-100 vs Olympus 6000
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Olympus SP-100 vs Olympus 6000 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 125 - 6400 (Increase to 12800)
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 24-1200mm (F2.9-6.5) lens
- 594g - 122 x 91 x 133mm
- Launched January 2014
(Full Review)
- 10MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 50 - 1600
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 640 x 480 video
- 28-102mm (F3.5-5.1) lens
- 179g - 95 x 63 x 22mm
- Introduced July 2009
- Other Name is mju Tough 6000

Olympus SP-100 vs Olympus 6000 Overview
Here is a detailed review of the Olympus SP-100 versus Olympus 6000, one being a Small Sensor Superzoom and the other is a Small Sensor Compact and they are both sold by Olympus. There exists a big gap between the resolutions of the SP-100 (16MP) and 6000 (10MP) but both cameras posses the identical sensor sizing (1/2.3").

The SP-100 was manufactured 4 years later than the 6000 and that is quite a big gap as far as technology is concerned. Each of these cameras feature different body design with the Olympus SP-100 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Olympus 6000 being a Compact camera.
Before going straight to a more detailed comparison, here is a brief summary of how the SP-100 grades vs the 6000 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Olympus SP-100 vs Olympus 6000 Gallery
This is a sample of the gallery pictures for Olympus Stylus SP-100 and Olympus Stylus Tough 6000. The entire galleries are available at Olympus SP-100 Gallery and Olympus 6000 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Olympus SP-100 over the Olympus 6000
SP-100 | 6000 | |||
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Introduced | January 2014 | ![]() | July 2009 | Fresher by 56 months |
Manually focus | ![]() | Dial accurate focusing | ||
Display size | 3" | ![]() | 2.7" | Larger display (+0.3") |
Display resolution | 460k | ![]() | 230k | Crisper display (+230k dot) |
Reasons to pick Olympus 6000 over the Olympus SP-100
6000 | SP-100 |
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Common features in the Olympus SP-100 and Olympus 6000
SP-100 | 6000 | |||
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Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither offers selfie screen | ||
Touch friendly display | ![]() | Neither offers Touch friendly display |
Olympus SP-100 vs Olympus 6000 Physical Comparison
In case you're intending to carry your camera often, you will want to consider its weight and measurements. The Olympus SP-100 offers outer dimensions of 122mm x 91mm x 133mm (4.8" x 3.6" x 5.2") with a weight of 594 grams (1.31 lbs) whilst the Olympus 6000 has proportions of 95mm x 63mm x 22mm (3.7" x 2.5" x 0.9") along with a weight of 179 grams (0.39 lbs).
Contrast the Olympus SP-100 versus Olympus 6000 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you use at that moment. Underneath is a front view scale comparison of the SP-100 versus the 6000.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the SP-100 and 6000 is 63 and 94 respectively.

Olympus SP-100 vs Olympus 6000 Sensor Comparison
Typically, its tough to picture the difference between sensor sizing purely by reading through a spec sheet. The visual below will give you a clearer sense of the sensor dimensions in the SP-100 and 6000.
Clearly, each of these cameras feature the identical sensor size but different MP. You should anticipate the Olympus SP-100 to give you greater detail due to its extra 6MP. Greater resolution can also let you crop photos way more aggressively. The newer SP-100 provides an advantage with regard to sensor technology.

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Olympus SP-100 vs Olympus 6000 Specifications
Olympus Stylus SP-100 | Olympus Stylus Tough 6000 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | Olympus | Olympus |
Model type | Olympus Stylus SP-100 | Olympus Stylus Tough 6000 |
Otherwise known as | - | mju Tough 6000 |
Category | Small Sensor Superzoom | Small Sensor Compact |
Launched | 2014-01-29 | 2009-07-01 |
Body design | SLR-like (bridge) | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | BSI-CMOS | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16 megapixels | 10 megapixels |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 | 16:9, 4:3 and 3:2 |
Highest Possible resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 3648 x 2736 |
Maximum native ISO | 6400 | 1600 |
Maximum enhanced ISO | 12800 | - |
Lowest native ISO | 125 | 50 |
RAW format | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
AF touch | ||
Continuous AF | ||
Single AF | ||
AF tracking | ||
Selective AF | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
AF multi area | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detection focusing | ||
Contract detection focusing | ||
Phase detection focusing | ||
Cross type focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens support | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 24-1200mm (50.0x) | 28-102mm (3.6x) |
Highest aperture | f/2.9-6.5 | f/3.5-5.1 |
Macro focusing range | 1cm | 2cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Range of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen size | 3 inches | 2.7 inches |
Screen resolution | 460k dot | 230k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch operation | ||
Screen tech | TFT LCD | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | Electronic | None |
Viewfinder resolution | 920k dot | - |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 30s | 1/4s |
Max shutter speed | 1/1700s | 1/2000s |
Continuous shutter speed | 7.0 frames per sec | - |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | - |
Change WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash distance | - | 4.00 m |
Flash settings | Auto, Red Eye Reduction, Fill-in, Off | Auto, Fill-in, Red-Eye reduction, Off, On |
External flash | ||
AE bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (60p, 30p), 1280 x 720 (60p), 640 x 480 (30 fps) | 640 x 480 (30, 15 fps), 320 x 240 (30, 15 fps) |
Maximum video resolution | 1920x1080 | 640x480 |
Video format | H.264 | Motion JPEG |
Microphone input | ||
Headphone input | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Optional | 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 | 594g (1.31 pounds) | 179g (0.39 pounds) |
Physical dimensions | 122 x 91 x 133mm (4.8" x 3.6" x 5.2") | 95 x 63 x 22mm (3.7" x 2.5" x 0.9") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light rating | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 330 photographs | - |
Battery format | Battery Pack | - |
Battery ID | LI-92B | - |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 12 secs, custom) | Yes (12 seconds) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Storage media | SD/SDHC/SDXC, internal | xD Picture Card, microSD Card, Internal |
Storage slots | 1 | 1 |
Launch pricing | $400 | $259 |