Olympus E-620 vs Sony RX100 V
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Olympus E-620 vs Sony RX100 V Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 12MP - Four Thirds Sensor
- 2.7" Fully Articulated Screen
- ISO 100 - 3200
- Sensor based Image Stabilization
- No Video
- Micro Four Thirds Mount
- 500g - 130 x 94 x 60mm
- Revealed July 2009
(Full Review)
- 20MP - 1" Sensor
- 3" Tilting Screen
- ISO 125 - 12800 (Bump to 25600)
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 3840 x 2160 video
- 24-70mm (F1.8-2.8) lens
- 299g - 102 x 58 x 41mm
- Announced October 2016
- Old Model is Sony RX100 IV
- New Model is Sony RX100 VI

Olympus E-620 vs Sony RX100 V Overview
Below, we will be analyzing the Olympus E-620 vs Sony RX100 V, former is a Entry-Level DSLR while the latter is a Large Sensor Compact by brands Olympus and Sony. There exists a considerable gap between the image resolutions of the E-620 (12MP) and RX100 V (20MP) and the E-620 (Four Thirds) and RX100 V (1") feature different sensor sizes.

The E-620 was revealed 8 years prior to the RX100 V which is quite a large difference as far as technology is concerned. Both of these cameras come with different body type with the Olympus E-620 being a Compact SLR camera and the Sony RX100 V being a Large Sensor Compact camera.
Before going through a comprehensive comparison, below is a brief summation of how the E-620 matches up versus the RX100 V with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Olympus E-620 vs Sony RX100 V Gallery
The following is a preview of the gallery photos for Olympus E-620 & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-RX100 V. The full galleries are viewable at Olympus E-620 Gallery & Sony RX100 V Gallery.
Reasons to pick Olympus E-620 over the Sony RX100 V
E-620 | RX100 V | |||
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Screen type | Fully Articulated | ![]() | Tilting | Fully Articulating screen |
Reasons to pick Sony RX100 V over the Olympus E-620
RX100 V | E-620 | |||
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Announced | October 2016 | ![]() | July 2009 | More modern by 88 months |
Screen dimension | 3" | ![]() | 2.7" | Bigger screen (+0.3") |
Screen resolution | 1229k | ![]() | 230k | Clearer screen (+999k dot) |
Common features in the Olympus E-620 and Sony RX100 V
E-620 | RX100 V | |||
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Manual focus | ![]() | More exact focus | ||
Selfie screen | ![]() | Both good for selfies | ||
Touch screen | ![]() | Neither features Touch screen |
Olympus E-620 vs Sony RX100 V Physical Comparison
If you are looking to carry around your camera, you're going to have to take into account its weight and dimensions. The Olympus E-620 enjoys exterior measurements of 130mm x 94mm x 60mm (5.1" x 3.7" x 2.4") accompanied by a weight of 500 grams (1.10 lbs) while the Sony RX100 V has dimensions of 102mm x 58mm x 41mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.6") and a weight of 299 grams (0.66 lbs).
Examine the Olympus E-620 vs Sony RX100 V in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Remember, the weight of an ILC will differ dependant on the lens you have attached during that time. Following is the front view measurements comparison of the E-620 compared to the RX100 V.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the E-620 and RX100 V is 71 and 89 respectively.

Olympus E-620 vs Sony RX100 V Sensor Comparison
Normally, it is tough to imagine the difference between sensor sizes simply by checking specifications. The picture underneath will help offer you a more clear sense of the sensor sizing in the E-620 and RX100 V.
To sum up, the 2 cameras posses different resolutions and different sensor sizes. The E-620 having a bigger sensor is going to make shooting bokeh less difficult and the Sony RX100 V will resolve more detail because of its extra 8 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also allow you to crop photographs somewhat more aggressively. The more aged E-620 is going to be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor technology.

Olympus E-620 vs Sony RX100 V Screen and ViewFinder


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Olympus E-620 vs Sony RX100 V Specifications
Olympus E-620 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-RX100 V | |
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General Information | ||
Make | Olympus | Sony |
Model | Olympus E-620 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-RX100 V |
Category | Entry-Level DSLR | Large Sensor Compact |
Revealed | 2009-07-06 | 2016-10-06 |
Body design | Compact SLR | Large Sensor Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor Chip | TruePic III+ | Bionz X |
Sensor type | CMOS | BSI-CMOS |
Sensor size | Four Thirds | 1" |
Sensor measurements | 17.3 x 13mm | 13.2 x 8.8mm |
Sensor area | 224.9mm² | 116.2mm² |
Sensor resolution | 12 megapixels | 20 megapixels |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Highest Possible resolution | 4032 x 3024 | 5472 x 3648 |
Maximum native ISO | 3200 | 12800 |
Maximum enhanced ISO | - | 25600 |
Min native ISO | 100 | 125 |
RAW files | ||
Min enhanced ISO | - | 80 |
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detection autofocus | ||
Contract detection autofocus | ||
Phase detection autofocus | ||
Number of focus points | 7 | 315 |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | Micro Four Thirds | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | - | 24-70mm (2.9x) |
Highest aperture | - | f/1.8-2.8 |
Macro focus distance | - | 5cm |
Total lenses | 45 | - |
Focal length multiplier | 2.1 | 2.7 |
Screen | ||
Range of screen | Fully Articulated | Tilting |
Screen sizing | 2.7 inches | 3 inches |
Resolution of screen | 230k dot | 1,229k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch operation | ||
Screen tech | HyperCrystal LCD | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | Optical (pentamirror) | Electronic |
Viewfinder resolution | - | 2,359k dot |
Viewfinder coverage | 95 percent | 100 percent |
Viewfinder magnification | 0.48x | 0.59x |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 60s | 30s |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/4000s | 1/2000s |
Fastest silent shutter speed | - | 1/32000s |
Continuous shutter speed | 4.0 frames per sec | 24.0 frames per sec |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Change white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash range | 12.00 m | 10.20 m (at Auto ISO) |
Flash options | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync, Front curtain, Rear curtain, Fill-in, Manual | - |
External flash | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Fastest flash sync | 1/180s | 1/2000s |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | - | 3840 x 2160 @ 30p / 100 Mbps, XAVC S, MP4, H.264, Linear PCM |
Maximum video resolution | None | 3840x2160 |
Video file format | - | MPEG-4, AVCHD, XAVC S |
Microphone jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | Built-In |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 500 grams (1.10 lbs) | 299 grams (0.66 lbs) |
Dimensions | 130 x 94 x 60mm (5.1" x 3.7" x 2.4") | 102 x 58 x 41mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.6") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall score | 55 | 70 |
DXO Color Depth score | 21.3 | 22.8 |
DXO Dynamic range score | 10.3 | 12.4 |
DXO Low light score | 536 | 586 |
Other | ||
Battery life | 500 images | 220 images |
Form of battery | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery model | BLS-1 | NP-BX1 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 12 sec) | Yes |
Time lapse feature | With downloadable app | |
Storage media | Compact Flash (Type I or II), xD Picture Card | SD/ SDHC/SDXC, Memory Stick Pro Duo/ Pro-HG Duo |
Storage slots | One | One |
Launch pricing | $799 | $998 |