Canon A3200 IS vs Olympus SP-620 UZ

Below is a comprehensive analysis of the Canon A3200 IS versus Olympus SP-620 UZ, one being a Small Sensor Compact and the other is a Small Sensor Superzoom by manufacturers Canon and Olympus. The sensor resolution of the A3200 IS (14MP) and the SP-620 UZ (16MP) is fairly well matched and both cameras posses the same sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The A3200 IS was released 12 months prior to the SP-620 UZ and they are both of a similar generation. Both the cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before diving straight to a complete comparison, here is a brief synopsis of how the A3200 IS grades vs the SP-620 UZ in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Here is a sample of the gallery pictures for Canon PowerShot A3200 IS and Olympus SP-620 UZ. The complete galleries are available at Canon A3200 IS Gallery and Olympus SP-620 UZ Gallery.

In case you're looking to lug around your camera frequently, you'll have to think about its weight and dimensions. The Canon A3200 IS has exterior measurements of 95mm x 57mm x 24mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.9") with a weight of 149 grams (0.33 lbs) and the Olympus SP-620 UZ has dimensions of 110mm x 74mm x 74mm (4.3" x 2.9" x 2.9") and a weight of 435 grams (0.96 lbs).

Take a look at the Canon A3200 IS versus Olympus SP-620 UZ in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you are working with during that time. Here is a front view measurements comparison of the A3200 IS against the SP-620 UZ.

Looking at size and weight, the portability grade of the A3200 IS and SP-620 UZ is 95 and 78 respectively.

Generally, its hard to picture the difference between sensor measurements simply by reading through specifications. The graphic below may offer you a clearer sense of the sensor sizing in the A3200 IS and SP-620 UZ.

To sum up, both the cameras provide the same sensor dimensions but different resolution. You should anticipate the Olympus SP-620 UZ to give you greater detail as a result of its extra 2 Megapixels. Greater resolution can also help you crop images more aggressively. The older A3200 IS is going to be disadvantaged in sensor tech.