Kodak Sport vs Olympus SP-620 UZ
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Kodak Sport vs Olympus SP-620 UZ Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.4" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 1250
- 640 x 480 video
- 35mm (F3.0) lens
- 175g - 147 x 58 x 23mm
- Revealed January 2011
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 3200
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 25-525mm (F3.1-5.8) lens
- 435g - 110 x 74 x 74mm
- Launched January 2012
- Superseded the Olympus SP-610UZ

Kodak Sport vs Olympus SP-620 UZ Overview
In this write-up, we are reviewing the Kodak Sport vs Olympus SP-620 UZ, one is a Waterproof and the other is a Small Sensor Superzoom by rivals Kodak and Olympus. There is a crucial difference between the image resolutions of the Sport (12MP) and SP-620 UZ (16MP) but they enjoy the same exact sensor sizing (1/2.3").

The Sport was unveiled 12 months prior to the SP-620 UZ and they are of a similar generation. Both of these cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).
Before going through a in depth comparison, below is a simple introduction of how the Sport scores versus the SP-620 UZ in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Kodak Sport vs Olympus SP-620 UZ Gallery
Here is a sample of the gallery pictures for Kodak EasyShare Sport and Olympus SP-620 UZ. The full galleries are viewable at Kodak Sport Gallery and Olympus SP-620 UZ Gallery.
Reasons to pick Kodak Sport over the Olympus SP-620 UZ
Sport | SP-620 UZ |
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Reasons to pick Olympus SP-620 UZ over the Kodak Sport
SP-620 UZ | Sport | |||
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Launched | January 2012 | ![]() | January 2011 | More modern by 12 months |
Display sizing | 3" | ![]() | 2.4" | Larger display (+0.6") |
Display resolution | 230k | ![]() | 112k | Sharper display (+118k dot) |
Common features in the Kodak Sport and Olympus SP-620 UZ
Sport | SP-620 UZ | |||
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Focus manually | ![]() | Lack of manual focus | ||
Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Missing selfie screen | ||
Touch friendly display | ![]() | Missing Touch friendly display |
Kodak Sport vs Olympus SP-620 UZ Physical Comparison
For anybody who is going to carry around your camera, you'll have to take into account its weight and size. The Kodak Sport provides physical dimensions of 147mm x 58mm x 23mm (5.8" x 2.3" x 0.9") having a weight of 175 grams (0.39 lbs) and the Olympus SP-620 UZ has specifications of 110mm x 74mm x 74mm (4.3" x 2.9" x 2.9") along with a weight of 435 grams (0.96 lbs).
Examine the Kodak Sport vs Olympus SP-620 UZ in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you are utilizing during that time. Here is the front view measurement comparison of the Sport compared to the SP-620 UZ.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability rating of the Sport and SP-620 UZ is 92 and 78 respectively.

Kodak Sport vs Olympus SP-620 UZ Sensor Comparison
Generally, it is difficult to picture the contrast between sensor sizes only by going over specs. The image underneath will give you a stronger sense of the sensor dimensions in the Sport and SP-620 UZ.
As you can plainly see, both cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing but different resolution. You should anticipate the Olympus SP-620 UZ to offer greater detail having an extra 4 Megapixels. Greater resolution will enable you to crop images a little more aggressively. The more aged Sport is going to be behind in sensor technology.

Kodak Sport vs Olympus SP-620 UZ Screen and ViewFinder


Photography Type Scores
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Sports Comparison

Travel Comparison

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Kodak Sport vs Olympus SP-620 UZ Specifications
Kodak EasyShare Sport | Olympus SP-620 UZ | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | Kodak | Olympus |
Model | Kodak EasyShare Sport | Olympus SP-620 UZ |
Category | Waterproof | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Revealed | 2011-01-04 | 2012-01-10 |
Physical type | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor Chip | - | TruePic III+ |
Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 12MP | 16MP |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Maximum resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 4608 x 3456 |
Maximum native ISO | 1250 | 3200 |
Lowest native ISO | 80 | 100 |
RAW data | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Touch to focus | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detection autofocus | ||
Contract detection autofocus | ||
Phase detection autofocus | ||
Cross focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 35mm (1x) | 25-525mm (21.0x) |
Maximum aperture | f/3.0 | f/3.1-5.8 |
Macro focus distance | - | 1cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen size | 2.4" | 3" |
Resolution of screen | 112 thousand dots | 230 thousand dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch capability | ||
Screen tech | TFT color LCD | TFT Color LCD |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 8 seconds | 4 seconds |
Highest shutter speed | 1/1400 seconds | 1/1500 seconds |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Change white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash range | 2.40 m (@ ISO 360) | 6.00 m |
Flash options | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Fill-in | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Fill-in |
External flash | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 640 x 480 (30fps) | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 180 (30fps) |
Maximum video resolution | 640x480 | 1280x720 |
Video file format | Motion JPEG | MPEG-4, H.264 |
Microphone support | ||
Headphone support | ||
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 sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 175 gr (0.39 lb) | 435 gr (0.96 lb) |
Dimensions | 147 x 58 x 23mm (5.8" x 2.3" x 0.9") | 110 x 74 x 74mm (4.3" x 2.9" x 2.9") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light score | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery model | 2 x AA | 4 x AA |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (2 or 12 sec, pet auto shutter) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Storage type | SD/SDHC card, Internal | SD/SDHC/SDXC |
Card slots | One | One |
Launch pricing | $155 | $199 |