FujiFilm S1600 vs Olympus SP-620 UZ
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FujiFilm S1600 vs Olympus SP-620 UZ Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 1600
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 28-420mm (F4.0-4.8) lens
- 337g - 110 x 73 x 81mm
- Released February 2010
- Other Name is FinePix S1770
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 3200
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 25-525mm (F3.1-5.8) lens
- 435g - 110 x 74 x 74mm
- Announced January 2012
- Replaced the Olympus SP-610UZ

FujiFilm S1600 vs Olympus SP-620 UZ Overview
Following is a complete analysis of the FujiFilm S1600 versus Olympus SP-620 UZ, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras by brands FujiFilm and Olympus. There is a sizeable difference among the sensor resolutions of the S1600 (12MP) and SP-620 UZ (16MP) but they use the same exact sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

The S1600 was released 23 months before the SP-620 UZ which makes the cameras a generation away from each other. Each of the cameras offer different body type with the FujiFilm S1600 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Olympus SP-620 UZ being a Compact camera.
Before getting in to a more detailed comparison, below is a short summation of how the S1600 matches up against the SP-620 UZ in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

FujiFilm S1600 vs Olympus SP-620 UZ Gallery
This is a preview of the gallery photos for FujiFilm FinePix S1600 and Olympus SP-620 UZ. The complete galleries are available at FujiFilm S1600 Gallery and Olympus SP-620 UZ Gallery.
Reasons to pick FujiFilm S1600 over the Olympus SP-620 UZ
S1600 | SP-620 UZ |
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Reasons to pick Olympus SP-620 UZ over the FujiFilm S1600
SP-620 UZ | S1600 | |||
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Announced | January 2012 | ![]() | February 2010 | More modern by 23 months |
Common features in the FujiFilm S1600 and Olympus SP-620 UZ
S1600 | SP-620 UZ | |||
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Focus manually | ![]() | No manual focus | ||
Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Screen sizing | 3" | ![]() | 3" | Equivalent screen sizing |
Screen resolution | 230k | ![]() | 230k | Same screen resolution |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither provides selfie screen | ||
Touch friendly screen | ![]() | Neither provides Touch friendly screen |
FujiFilm S1600 vs Olympus SP-620 UZ Physical Comparison
For anyone who is intending to carry around your camera, you will have to think about its weight and dimensions. The FujiFilm S1600 provides physical measurements of 110mm x 73mm x 81mm (4.3" x 2.9" x 3.2") accompanied by a weight of 337 grams (0.74 lbs) whilst the Olympus SP-620 UZ has dimensions of 110mm x 74mm x 74mm (4.3" x 2.9" x 2.9") accompanied by a weight of 435 grams (0.96 lbs).
Compare the FujiFilm S1600 versus Olympus SP-620 UZ in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you use at that time. Below is the front view sizing comparison of the S1600 vs the SP-620 UZ.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability grade of the S1600 and SP-620 UZ is 78 and 78 respectively.

FujiFilm S1600 vs Olympus SP-620 UZ Sensor Comparison
Usually, it is tough to visualize the gap in sensor sizes just by researching a spec sheet. The image below will help provide you a far better sense of the sensor sizing in the S1600 and SP-620 UZ.
Clearly, the two cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing albeit different MP. You should count on the Olympus SP-620 UZ to provide you with greater detail as a result of its extra 4MP. Higher resolution can also allow you to crop pictures far more aggressively. The more aged S1600 will be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor tech.

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FujiFilm S1600 vs Olympus SP-620 UZ Specifications
FujiFilm FinePix S1600 | Olympus SP-620 UZ | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | FujiFilm | Olympus |
Model type | FujiFilm FinePix S1600 | Olympus SP-620 UZ |
Otherwise known as | FinePix S1770 | - |
Type | Small Sensor Superzoom | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Released | 2010-02-02 | 2012-01-10 |
Body design | SLR-like (bridge) | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor Chip | - | TruePic III+ |
Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 12 megapixel | 16 megapixel |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Highest Possible resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 4608 x 3456 |
Maximum native ISO | 1600 | 3200 |
Min native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW support | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
Touch to focus | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detection focus | ||
Contract detection focus | ||
Phase detection focus | ||
Cross type focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens support | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 28-420mm (15.0x) | 25-525mm (21.0x) |
Maximal aperture | f/4.0-4.8 | f/3.1-5.8 |
Macro focusing range | 2cm | 1cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Range of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen size | 3 inches | 3 inches |
Screen resolution | 230 thousand dot | 230 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch function | ||
Screen technology | - | TFT Color LCD |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | Electronic | None |
Viewfinder coverage | 99% | - |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 8 secs | 4 secs |
Max shutter speed | 1/2000 secs | 1/1500 secs |
Continuous shutter speed | 1.0 frames per second | - |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | - |
Change white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash distance | 4.40 m | 6.00 m |
Flash settings | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Syncro | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Fill-in |
External flash | ||
AEB | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 180 (30fps) |
Maximum video resolution | 1280x720 | 1280x720 |
Video data format | Motion JPEG | MPEG-4, H.264 |
Mic jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | Eye-Fi Connected |
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 | 337g (0.74 lb) | 435g (0.96 lb) |
Dimensions | 110 x 73 x 81mm (4.3" x 2.9" x 3.2") | 110 x 74 x 74mm (4.3" x 2.9" x 2.9") |
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 ID | 4 x AA | 4 x AA |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (2 or 12 sec, pet auto shutter) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Storage media | SD/SDHC | SD/SDHC/SDXC |
Storage slots | One | One |
Launch pricing | $130 | $199 |