Olympus E-620 vs Sony S2000
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Olympus E-620 vs Sony S2000 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
- Announced July 2009
(Full Review)
- 10MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 3200
- 640 x 480 video
- 33-105mm (F3.1-5.6) lens
- 167g - 98 x 61 x 27mm
- Introduced January 2010

Olympus E-620 vs Sony S2000 Overview
Here, we are reviewing the Olympus E-620 versus Sony S2000, one is a Entry-Level DSLR and the other is a Small Sensor Compact by rivals Olympus and Sony. The resolution of the E-620 (12MP) and the S2000 (10MP) is very similar but the E-620 (Four Thirds) and S2000 (1/2.3") boast different sensor size.

The E-620 was unveiled 6 months earlier than the S2000 which means that they are of a similar generation. The two cameras feature different body design with the Olympus E-620 being a Compact SLR camera and the Sony S2000 being a Compact camera.
Before diving into a step-by-step comparison, here is a short overview of how the E-620 matches up vs the S2000 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Olympus E-620 vs Sony S2000 Gallery
Below is a sample of the gallery pics for Olympus E-620 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-S2000. The full galleries are viewable at Olympus E-620 Gallery and Sony S2000 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Olympus E-620 over the Sony S2000
E-620 | S2000 | |||
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Manual focus | ![]() | More precise focus | ||
Display type | Fully Articulated | ![]() | Fixed | Fully Articulating display |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Take selfies |
Reasons to pick Sony S2000 over the Olympus E-620
S2000 | E-620 | |||
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Display size | 3" | ![]() | 2.7" | Larger display (+0.3") |
Common features in the Olympus E-620 and Sony S2000
E-620 | S2000 | |||
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Introduced | July 2009 | ![]() | January 2010 | Similar generation |
Display resolution | 230k | ![]() | 230k | The same display resolution |
Touch display | ![]() | Neither features Touch display |
Olympus E-620 vs Sony S2000 Physical Comparison
In case you're aiming to travel with your camera frequently, you should factor its weight and volume. The Olympus E-620 enjoys exterior dimensions of 130mm x 94mm x 60mm (5.1" x 3.7" x 2.4") having a weight of 500 grams (1.10 lbs) and the Sony S2000 has sizing of 98mm x 61mm x 27mm (3.9" x 2.4" x 1.1") along with a weight of 167 grams (0.37 lbs).
Analyze the Olympus E-620 versus Sony S2000 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you have at that time. Underneath is a front view dimensions comparison of the E-620 vs the S2000.

Looking at size and weight, the portability grade of the E-620 and S2000 is 71 and 93 respectively.

Olympus E-620 vs Sony S2000 Sensor Comparison
Oftentimes, it's hard to imagine the contrast between sensor dimensions simply by reading specifications. The image here may offer you a greater sense of the sensor sizes in the E-620 and S2000.
To sum up, both of these cameras come with different megapixels and different sensor dimensions. The E-620 with its larger sensor is going to make achieving shallow DOF easier and the Olympus E-620 will deliver more detail having an extra 2MP. Greater resolution can also help you crop images a good deal more aggressively.

Olympus E-620 vs Sony S2000 Screen and ViewFinder


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Olympus E-620 vs Sony S2000 Specifications
Olympus E-620 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-S2000 | |
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General Information | ||
Make | Olympus | Sony |
Model | Olympus E-620 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-S2000 |
Category | Entry-Level DSLR | Small Sensor Compact |
Announced | 2009-07-06 | 2010-01-07 |
Physical type | Compact SLR | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor | TruePic III+ | Bionz |
Sensor type | CMOS | CCD |
Sensor size | Four Thirds | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 17.3 x 13mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor surface area | 224.9mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 12 megapixels | 10 megapixels |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Highest Possible resolution | 4032 x 3024 | 3456 x 2592 |
Maximum native ISO | 3200 | 3200 |
Min native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW photos | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch focus | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detection focus | ||
Contract detection focus | ||
Phase detection focus | ||
Number of focus points | 7 | 9 |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | Micro Four Thirds | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | - | 33-105mm (3.2x) |
Max aperture | - | f/3.1-5.6 |
Macro focus distance | - | 5cm |
Available lenses | 45 | - |
Crop factor | 2.1 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Type of screen | Fully Articulated | Fixed Type |
Screen diagonal | 2.7 inches | 3 inches |
Screen resolution | 230k dots | 230k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch friendly | ||
Screen tech | HyperCrystal LCD | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | Optical (pentamirror) | None |
Viewfinder coverage | 95 percent | - |
Viewfinder magnification | 0.48x | - |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 60 secs | 1 secs |
Max shutter speed | 1/4000 secs | 1/1200 secs |
Continuous shutter rate | 4.0fps | 1.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | - |
Custom white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash range | 12.00 m | 3.30 m |
Flash options | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync, Front curtain, Rear curtain, Fill-in, Manual | Auto, On, Off, Slow syncro |
Hot shoe | ||
AE bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Max flash synchronize | 1/180 secs | - |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | - | 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) |
Maximum video resolution | None | 640x480 |
Video data format | - | Motion JPEG |
Microphone support | ||
Headphone support | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environment sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 500 gr (1.10 pounds) | 167 gr (0.37 pounds) |
Physical dimensions | 130 x 94 x 60mm (5.1" x 3.7" x 2.4") | 98 x 61 x 27mm (3.9" x 2.4" x 1.1") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall score | 55 | not tested |
DXO Color Depth score | 21.3 | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range score | 10.3 | not tested |
DXO Low light score | 536 | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 500 photos | - |
Battery style | Battery Pack | - |
Battery model | BLS-1 | 2 x AA |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 12 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Type of storage | Compact Flash (Type I or II), xD Picture Card | Memory Stick Duo/Pro Duo, optional SD, Internal |
Card slots | Single | Single |
Cost at release | $799 | $225 |