Canon S200 vs Olympus SP-620 UZ

Here, we are comparing the Canon S200 vs Olympus SP-620 UZ, one being a Small Sensor Compact and the other is a Small Sensor Superzoom by manufacturers Canon and Olympus. There exists a sizeable gap between the image resolutions of the S200 (10MP) and SP-620 UZ (16MP) and the S200 (1/1.7") and SP-620 UZ (1/2.3") have totally different sensor size.

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The S200 was unveiled 2 years later than the SP-620 UZ and that is quite a large gap as far as technology is concerned. Both the cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before we go right into a in-depth comparison, here is a quick summation of how the S200 matches up vs the SP-620 UZ in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Here is a sample of the gallery pics for Canon PowerShot S200 and Olympus SP-620 UZ. The full galleries are available at Canon S200 Gallery and Olympus SP-620 UZ Gallery.

If you're aiming to carry your camera frequently, you're going to have to think about its weight and dimensions. The Canon S200 features physical dimensions of 100mm x 59mm x 26mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 1.0") accompanied by a weight of 181 grams (0.40 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 S200 vs Olympus SP-620 UZ in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you use during that time. Here is a front view dimensions comparison of the S200 against the SP-620 UZ.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the S200 and SP-620 UZ is 93 and 78 respectively.

Sometimes, it can be difficult to envision the difference between sensor sizing merely by reviewing a spec sheet. The visual underneath should offer you a much better sense of the sensor dimensions in the S200 and SP-620 UZ.

As you can see, both of the cameras come with different resolutions and different sensor sizing. The S200 using its larger sensor will make achieving shallower depth of field less difficult and the Olympus SP-620 UZ will offer you extra detail having an extra 6 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also let you crop pics a good deal more aggressively. The more modern S200 is going to have an advantage with regard to sensor tech.