Sony Cyber-shot DSC-RX1R vs Olympus SP-600UZ

      Sony Cyber-shot DSC-RX1R

      Olympus SP-600UZ
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      Overview

      In this comparison, we will evaluate the Sony Cyber-shot DSC-RX1R and the Olympus SP-600UZ, highlighting the advantages of each over the other, discussing their pros and cons, shared strengths and weaknesses, and providing a rating based on their available features and specifications to assist you in choosing the one that best suits your needs.

      Sony Cyber-shot DSC-RX1R was introduced in June 2013 and Olympus SP-600UZ was introduced in February 2010. Let us first list highlights of the models.

      Sony Cyber-shot DSC-RX1R Highlights

      • 24.3 MP Full Frame CMOS Sensor
      • No Optical Low-pass Filter
      • 100 - 25,600 Native ISO
      • 25 Focus Points (25 Cross-type)
      • 3.0" 1,229k dot Fixed Screen
      • 5.0 fps Continuous Shooting
      • 1920 x 1080 Video Shooting
      • Built-in Flash

      Olympus SP-600UZ Highlights

      • 12 MP 1/2.33-inch CCD Sensor
      • 100 - 1,600 Native ISO
      • 143 Focus Points
      • 2.70" 230k dot Fixed Screen
      • 10.0 fps Continuous Shooting
      • 1280 x 720 Video Shooting
      • Built-in Flash
      Table of Contents
      1. Overview
      2. Pros and Cons
      3. Advantage of Sony Cyber-shot DSC-RX1R
      4. Advantage of Olympus SP-600UZ
      5. Common Strengths and Weaknesses
      6. Screen and Viewfinder
      7. Sensor
      8. Photography Features
      9. Connectivity, Battery and Storage
      10. Other Features
      11. Physical Parameters
      12. For Different Types of Photography
      13. Evaluations
      14. Specifications  

      Now that we've looked at the most essential specifications and gained a basic understanding of these cameras, we can delve into more details and see the differences between them.

      Pros and Cons

      In this section we present pros and cons of Sony Cyber-shot DSC-RX1R and Olympus SP-600UZ.

      PROS

      Sony Cyber-shot DSC-RX1R

      Olympus SP-600UZ

      •   Video Capture
      •   Large Sensor
      •   25,600 Highest Native ISO
      •   Face Detection
      •   Digital Image Stabilization
      •   Built-in Flash
      •   High Flash Sync Speed - 1/4000 sec
      •   High DxO Overall Score - 91
      •   HDMI Output
      •   Light - 482 g (1.06 lb / 17.00 oz)
      •   Orientation Sensor
      •   Video Capture
      •   1,600 Highest Native ISO
      •   143 Focus Points
      •   Live View Autofocus
      •   Built-in Flash
      •   HDMI Output
      •   Light - 455 g (1.0 lb / 16.05 oz)

      CONS

      Sony Cyber-shot DSC-RX1R

      Olympus SP-600UZ

      •   Timelapse Recording
      •   0 Cross-type Focus Points
      •   No Image Stabilization
      •   Fixed Screen
      •   Low Video Resolution - 1920 x 1080
      •   No Headphone Output
      •   No Built-in GPS
      •   No Built-In Wi-Fi
      •   No Built-In Bluetooth
      •   No Environmental Sealing
      •   Short Battery Life - 270 shots
      •   Small Sensor
      •   Low Resolution Sensor - 12 Megapixel
      •   Timelapse Recording
      •   No Face Detection
      •   No Image Stabilization
      •   Fixed Screen
      •   Low Resolution Screen - 230k dot
      •   No Viewfinder
      •   Low Max Shutter Speed (Mechanical or 1st Curtain) - 1/2000 sec
      •   No External Flash Connectivity
      •   Low Video Resolution - 1280 x 720
      •   No Microphone Input
      •   No Headphone Output
      •   No Built-in GPS
      •   No Built-In Wi-Fi
      •   No Built-In Bluetooth
      •   No Environmental Sealing


      And here are some specifications which fall into average criteria and are neither in PROs nor in CONs category:

      AVERAGE

      Sony Cyber-shot DSC-RX1R

      Olympus SP-600UZ

      •   Price
      •   Sensor Resolution - 24.3 Megapixel
      •   100 Lowest Native ISO
      •   25 Focus Points
      •   Screen Size - 3.0"
      •   Screen Resolution - 1,229k dot
      •   Max Shutter Speed (Mechanical or 1st Curtain) - 1/4000 sec
      •   Max Continuous Shooting - 5.0 fps
      •   100 Lowest Native ISO
      •   Screen Size - 2.70"
      •   Max Continuous Shooting - 10.0 fps

      Advantage of Sony Cyber-shot DSC-RX1R

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      This section shows those features and specifications which are the reason to choose Sony Cyber-shot DSC-RX1R over Olympus SP-600UZ.

      Sony Cyber-shot DSC-RX1R vs Olympus SP-600UZ
      Larger Sensor Full Frame vs 1/2.33-inch
      Higher Sensor Resolution 24.3 Megapixel vs 12 Megapixel
      Higher Native ISO 25,600 vs 1,600
      Max Image Resolution 6000 x 4000 vs 3968 x 2976
      RAW Support vs
      Center Autofocus vs
      Selective Autofocus vs
      Face Detection vs
      Maximum Aperture at Wide End f/2.0 vs f/3.5
      Maximum Aperture at Tele End f/2.0 vs f/5.4
      Larger Screen 3.0" vs 2.70"
      Higher Resolution Screen 1,229k dot vs 230k dot
      Viewfinder Electronic and Optical (optional) vs
      Lower Min Shutter Speed 30 sec vs 1/2 sec
      Higher Max Shutter Speed (Mechanical or 1st Curtain) 1/4000 sec vs 1/2000 sec
      External Flash Connectivity vs
      Manual Exposure Mode vs
      Aperture Priority vs
      Shutter Priority vs
      Average Metering vs
      Higher Video Resolution 1920 x 1080 vs 1280 x 720
      Microphone Input vs

      Check out other cameras which are frequently compared to Sony Cyber-shot DSC-RX1R.

      Sony RX1R II
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      Full Frame

      42.4 MP

      Sony RX1
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      Full Frame

      24.3 MP

      Canon R50
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      APS-C

      24.2 MP

      Canon R8
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      Full Frame

      24.2 MP

      Canon Rebel T5
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      APS-C

      18.0 MP

      Fujifilm X-M1
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      APS-C

      16.3 MP

      Nikon Z30
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      APS-C

      20.9 MP

      Canon 5DS
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      Full Frame

      50.6 MP

      Canon 70D
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      APS-C

      20.2 MP

      Fujifilm S5 Pro
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      APS-C

      6 MP

      Canon R3
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      Full Frame

      24.1 MP

      Canon R7
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      APS-C

      32.5 MP

      Advantage of Olympus SP-600UZ

      Olympus SP-600UZ
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      This section shows those features and specifications which are the reason to choose Olympus SP-600UZ over Sony Cyber-shot DSC-RX1R.

      Sony Cyber-shot DSC-RX1R vs Olympus SP-600UZ
      More Focus Points 25 vs 143
      Live View Autofocus vs
      Reaches Wider Angle 35 mm mm vs 28 mm
      Reachs More Telephoto 35 mm vs 420 mm
      Greater Optical Zoom 1x vs 15x
      Min Normal Focus Distance 24 cm vs 18 cm
      Higher Max Continuous Shooting 5.0 fps vs 10.0 fps
      Lighter 482 g (1.06 lb / 17.00 oz) vs 455 g (1.0 lb / 16.05 oz)

      Check out other cameras which are frequently compared to Olympus SP-600UZ.

      Olympus SP-590UZ
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      1/2.33-inch

      12 MP

      Olympus SP-565UZ
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      1/2.33-inch

      10 MP

      Olympus SP-610UZ
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      1/2.3-inch

      14 MP

      Olympus SP-800UZ
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      1/2.3-inch

      14 MP

      Olympus SP-810UZ
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      1/2.3-inch

      14 MP

      Olympus SP-620UZ
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      1/2.3-inch

      16 MP

      Canon 7D II
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      APS-C

      20.2 MP

      Panasonic FZ60
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      1/2.33-inch

      16.1 MP

      Canon R10
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      APS-C

      24.2 MP

      Panasonic S1
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      Full Frame

      24.2 MP

      Canon R7
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      APS-C

      32.5 MP

      Nikon D1H
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      APS-C

      2.7 MP

      Common Strengths and Weaknesses

      We already listed pros and cons of each model. However, you may also find useful to look at their common strengths and weaknesses shown side-by-side.

      STRENGTHS Sony Cyber-shot DSC-RX1R Olympus SP-600UZ
        Video Capture
        High Native ISO25,6001,600
        Built-in Flash
        HDMI Output Mini
        Light482 g (1.06 lb / 17.00 oz)455 g (1.0 lb / 16.05 oz)
      WEAKNESSES Sony Cyber-shot DSC-RX1R Olympus SP-600UZ
        Timelapse Recording
        No Image Stabilization
        Screen TypeFixedFixed
        Low Video Resolution1920 x 10801280 x 720
        No Headphone Output
        No Built-in GPS
        No Built-In Wi-Fi Eye-Fi Connection possible
        No Built-In Bluetooth
        No Environmental Sealing

      Screen and Viewfinder

      Screen

      Sony Cyber-shot DSC-RX1R has a 3.0" screen with 1,229k dot resolution and Olympus SP-600UZ has a 2.70" screen with 230k dot resolution. Both have Fixed screens.

      Camera does not have a built-in viewfinder but an optional electronic and optical viewfinder can be attached on Sony Cyber-shot DSC-RX1R.

      Sensor

      Sony Cyber-shot DSC-RX1R features a 24.3 megapixel Full Frame CMOS sensor with dimensions of 35.8 x 23.9 mm and a total area of 855.6 mm2. Its native ISO range is 100 - 25,600 and expands to 50 - 102,400 in boosted mode. Olympus SP-600UZ features a 12 megapixel 1/2.33-inch CCD sensor with dimensions of 6.08 x 4.56 mm and a total area of 20.8 mm2. Its native ISO range is 100 - 1,600.

      Photography Features

      Sony Cyber-shot DSC-RX1R can take pictures up to 6000 x 4000 resolution. It can also take pictures with lower resolution like 6000 x 3376, 3936 x 2624, 3936 x 2216, 2640 x 1760, 2640 x 1488 with 3:2, 16:9 aspect ratios. Olympus SP-600UZ is equipped with TruePic III processor and can take pictures up to 3968 x 2976 resolution. It can also take pictures with lower resolution like 2560 x 1920, 2048 x 1536, 1920 x 1080, 1600 x 1200, 1280 x 960, 640 x 480.


      No Low-Pass Filter on Sony Cyber-shot DSC-RX1R

      There is no optical low-pass filter (OLPF), also known as an anti-aliasing filter, in front of the sensor on Sony Cyber-shot DSC-RX1R. This results in a slightly sharper image but may also introduce moiré patterns and aliasing artifacts when photographing subjects with fine, repetitive patterns or details.


      No Image Stabilization

      The cameras do not have image stabilization.

      Connectivity, Battery and Storage

      NFC on Sony Cyber-shot DSC-RX1R

      Sony Cyber-shot DSC-RX1R has Near Field Communication (NFC) technology which simplifies the process of pairing it with other NFC-enabled devices like smartphones or tablets. It allows to quickly transfer photos and videos or remotely control the camera from compatible device. NFC can also be used for authentication and security purposes. It can verify your identity before accessing certain features or transferring sensitive data. It can be used with NFC-enabled accessories as well, such as lenses, flashes and GPS devices.


      USB Inputs and HDMI Outputs

      Both models have USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) inputs for data transfer. Sony Cyber-shot DSC-RX1R has a Mini HDMI and Olympus SP-600UZ has an HDMI connector for video signal output.


      Battery

      Sony Cyber-shot DSC-RX1R comes with NP-BX1 battery pack with battery life of 270 shots.


      External Storage Slots

      Sony Cyber-shot DSC-RX1R has a single SD/SDHC/SDXC/Memory Stick Duo/Pro Duo/Pro-HG Duo card slot. Olympus SP-600UZ has a single SD/SDHC card slot.

      Other Features

      Shutter

      Shutter speed can go up to 1/4000 sec on Sony Cyber-shot DSC-RX1R, and up to 1/2000 sec on Olympus SP-600UZ. Sony Cyber-shot DSC-RX1R can shoot continuously up to 5.0 fps. Olympus SP-600UZ can shoot continuously up to 10.0 fps.


      Flash

      Cameras have built-in flash with maximum range of 6.00 m on Sony Cyber-shot DSC-RX1R and 3.10 m on Olympus SP-600UZ. Sony Cyber-shot DSC-RX1R also accepts external flash which can be connected via Shoe Mount. The fastest flash synchronization speed is 1/4000 sec on Sony Cyber-shot DSC-RX1R.

      Physical Parameters

      Sony Cyber-shot DSC-RX1R body has dimensions of 113 x 65 x 70 mm (4.45 x 2.56 x 2.76") and Olympus SP-600UZ body has dimensions of 110 x 90 x 91 mm (4.33 x 3.54 x 3.58"). Sony Cyber-shot DSC-RX1R weighs 482 g (1.06 lb / 17.00 oz) and Olympus SP-600UZ weighs 455 g (1.0 lb / 16.05 oz).

      Sony Cyber-shot DSC-RX1R

      Olympus SP-600UZ

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      110 mm

      90 mm

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      Size comparisons of Sony Cyber-shot DSC-RX1R and Olympus SP-600UZ

      Sony Cyber-shot DSC-RX1R and Olympus SP-600UZ for Different Types of Photography

      We give scores to the cameras for six types of photography based on their features and specifications. Let us see how suitable they are for each type of photography.

      Landscape Photography

      Sony Cyber-shot DSC-RX1R

      Olympus SP-600UZ

      GOOD
      77
      •   Large Sensor
      •   Screen Resolution - 1,229k dot
      •   No Built-in GPS
      •   No Environmental Sealing
      POOR
      46
      •   Small Sensor
      •   Low Resolution Screen - 230k dot
      •   No Built-in GPS
      •   No Environmental Sealing

      Sports Photography

      Sony Cyber-shot DSC-RX1R

      Olympus SP-600UZ

      AVERAGE
      69
      •   25,600 Highest Native ISO
      •   25 Focus Points
      •   0 Cross-type Focus Points
      •   Face Detection
      •   No Image Stabilization
      •   Screen Resolution - 1,229k dot
      •   Max Continuous Shooting - 5.0 fps
      •   Short Battery Life - 270 shots
      •   Orientation Sensor
      POOR
      46
      •   1,600 Highest Native ISO
      •   143 Focus Points
      •   No Face Detection
      •   No Image Stabilization
      •   Low Resolution Screen - 230k dot
      •   No Viewfinder
      •   Max Continuous Shooting - 10.0 fps

      Wildlife Photography

      Sony Cyber-shot DSC-RX1R

      Olympus SP-600UZ

      AVERAGE
      63
      •   25,600 Highest Native ISO
      •   25 Focus Points
      •   0 Cross-type Focus Points
      •   No Image Stabilization
      •   Screen Resolution - 1,229k dot
      •   Max Continuous Shooting - 5.0 fps
      •   No Environmental Sealing
      •   Short Battery Life - 270 shots
      •   Orientation Sensor
      AVERAGE
      55
      •   1,600 Highest Native ISO
      •   143 Focus Points
      •   No Image Stabilization
      •   Low Resolution Screen - 230k dot
      •   No Viewfinder
      •   Max Continuous Shooting - 10.0 fps
      •   No Environmental Sealing

      Portrait Photography

      Sony Cyber-shot DSC-RX1R

      Olympus SP-600UZ

      EXCELLENT
      85
      •   Large Sensor
      •   25 Focus Points
      •   0 Cross-type Focus Points
      •   Face Detection
      •   No Image Stabilization
      •   Screen Size - 3.0"
      •   Screen Resolution - 1,229k dot
      •   High Flash Sync Speed - 1/4000 sec
      •   Orientation Sensor
      POOR
      45
      •   Small Sensor
      •   143 Focus Points
      •   No Face Detection
      •   No Image Stabilization
      •   Screen Size - 2.70"
      •   Low Resolution Screen - 230k dot
      •   No External Flash Connectivity

      Street Photography

      Sony Cyber-shot DSC-RX1R

      Olympus SP-600UZ

      GOOD
      82
      •   Large Sensor
      •   25 Focus Points
      •   0 Cross-type Focus Points
      •   No Image Stabilization
      •   Fixed Screen
      •   Screen Resolution - 1,229k dot
      •   No Built-in GPS
      •   No Environmental Sealing
      •   Light - 482 g (1.06 lb / 17.00 oz)
      GOOD
      75
      •   Small Sensor
      •   143 Focus Points
      •   No Image Stabilization
      •   Fixed Screen
      •   Low Resolution Screen - 230k dot
      •   No Viewfinder
      •   No Built-in GPS
      •   No Environmental Sealing
      •   Light - 455 g (1.0 lb / 16.05 oz)

      Travel Photography

      Sony Cyber-shot DSC-RX1R

      Olympus SP-600UZ

      GOOD
      80
      •   No Image Stabilization
      •   Fixed Screen
      •   Screen Resolution - 1,229k dot
      •   Low Video Resolution - 1920 x 1080
      •   No Built-in GPS
      •   No Environmental Sealing
      •   Light - 482 g (1.06 lb / 17.00 oz)
      •   Short Battery Life - 270 shots
      GOOD
      80
      •   No Image Stabilization
      •   Fixed Screen
      •   Low Resolution Screen - 230k dot
      •   Low Video Resolution - 1280 x 720
      •   No Built-in GPS
      •   No Environmental Sealing
      •   Light - 455 g (1.0 lb / 16.05 oz)

      Evaluations

      We evaluate Sony Cyber-shot DSC-RX1R and Olympus SP-600UZ and give them scores of 66 and 45 out of 100 recpectively. We also give separate scores for 7 different categories according to the available features and specifications some of which are listed below. These evaluations are relative and may change each time a new camera is added to the database.


      Sony Cyber-shot DSC-RX1R

      Olympus SP-600UZ

      OVERALL
      66
      OVERALL
      45

      Sensor

      Sony Cyber-shot DSC-RX1R

      Olympus SP-600UZ

      GOOD
      81
      •   Large Sensor
      •   Sensor Resolution - 24.3 Megapixel
      •   100 Lowest Native ISO
      •   25,600 Highest Native ISO
      •   High DxO Overall Score - 91
      POOR
      43
      •   Small Sensor
      •   Low Resolution Sensor - 12 Megapixel
      •   100 Lowest Native ISO
      •   1,600 Highest Native ISO

      Photo

      Sony Cyber-shot DSC-RX1R

      Olympus SP-600UZ

      AVERAGE
      68
      •   Timelapse Recording
      •   No Image Stabilization
      •   Max Shutter Speed (Mechanical or 1st Curtain) - 1/4000 sec
      •   Max Continuous Shooting - 5.0 fps
      •   High Flash Sync Speed - 1/4000 sec
      BAD
      31
      •   Timelapse Recording
      •   No Image Stabilization
      •   Low Max Shutter Speed (Mechanical or 1st Curtain) - 1/2000 sec
      •   Max Continuous Shooting - 10.0 fps
      •   No External Flash Connectivity

      Video

      Sony Cyber-shot DSC-RX1R

      Olympus SP-600UZ

      BAD
      14
      •   No Image Stabilization
      •   Low Video Resolution - 1920 x 1080
      BAD
      7
      •   No Image Stabilization
      •   Low Video Resolution - 1280 x 720

      Focusing

      Sony Cyber-shot DSC-RX1R

      Olympus SP-600UZ

      AVERAGE
      66
      •   25 Focus Points
      •   0 Cross-type Focus Points
      •   Face Detection
      AVERAGE
      62
      •   143 Focus Points
      •   No Face Detection
      •   Live View Autofocus

      Screen and Viewfinder

      Sony Cyber-shot DSC-RX1R

      Olympus SP-600UZ

      GOOD
      70
      •   Fixed Screen
      •   Screen Size - 3.0"
      •   Screen Resolution - 1,229k dot
      POOR
      50
      •   Fixed Screen
      •   Screen Size - 2.70"
      •   Low Resolution Screen - 230k dot
      •   No Viewfinder

      Connectivity

      Sony Cyber-shot DSC-RX1R

      Olympus SP-600UZ

      GOOD
      75
      •   HDMI Output
      •   No Headphone Output
      •   No Built-in GPS
      •   No Built-In Wi-Fi
      •   No Built-In Bluetooth
      AVERAGE
      55
      •   HDMI Output
      •   No Microphone Input
      •   No Headphone Output
      •   No Built-in GPS
      •   No Built-In Wi-Fi
      •   No Built-In Bluetooth

      Battery, Storage and Physical

      Sony Cyber-shot DSC-RX1R

      Olympus SP-600UZ

      POOR
      42
      •   No Environmental Sealing
      •   Light - 482 g (1.06 lb / 17.00 oz)
      •   Short Battery Life - 270 shots
      POOR
      49
      •   No Environmental Sealing
      •   Light - 455 g (1.0 lb / 16.05 oz)


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