FujiFilm HS20 EXR vs Olympus SP-620 UZ

In this article, we will be matching up the FujiFilm HS20 EXR and Olympus SP-620 UZ, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras by competitors FujiFilm and Olympus. The image resolution of the HS20 EXR (16MP) and the SP-620 UZ (16MP) is pretty close but the HS20 EXR (1/2") and SP-620 UZ (1/2.3") use totally different sensor sizes.

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The HS20 EXR was revealed 12 months prior to the SP-620 UZ and they are of a similar age. Both the cameras offer different body type with the FujiFilm HS20 EXR being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Olympus SP-620 UZ being a Compact camera.

Before diving in to a comprehensive comparison, below is a quick summation of how the HS20 EXR matches up against the SP-620 UZ in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Below is a preview of the gallery images for FujiFilm FinePix HS20 EXR & Olympus SP-620 UZ. The full galleries are viewable at FujiFilm HS20 EXR Gallery & Olympus SP-620 UZ Gallery.

For anyone who is aiming to carry around your camera frequently, you're going to have to think about its weight and dimensions. The FujiFilm HS20 EXR comes with physical dimensions of 131mm x 91mm x 126mm (5.2" x 3.6" x 5.0") with a weight of 730 grams (1.61 lbs) while the Olympus SP-620 UZ has dimensions of 110mm x 74mm x 74mm (4.3" x 2.9" x 2.9") having a weight of 435 grams (0.96 lbs).

Take a look at the FujiFilm HS20 EXR and Olympus SP-620 UZ in our brand new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Always remember, the weight of an ILC will change based on the lens you have at that time. Below is the front view proportions comparison of the HS20 EXR compared to the SP-620 UZ.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the HS20 EXR and SP-620 UZ is 58 and 78 respectively.

Normally, it is very difficult to visualise the gap in sensor sizes simply by looking through a spec sheet. The pic below will help give you a far better sense of the sensor sizes in the HS20 EXR and SP-620 UZ.

Clearly, the two cameras enjoy the same exact megapixel count albeit not the same sensor sizes. The HS20 EXR uses the bigger sensor which is going to make achieving shallow depth of field less difficult. The more aged HS20 EXR will be behind with regard to sensor innovation.