Olympus SP-600 UZ vs Sony W620

In this write-up, we will be comparing the Olympus SP-600 UZ and Sony W620, former is a Small Sensor Superzoom while the latter is a Small Sensor Compact by competitors Olympus and Sony. The image resolution of the SP-600 UZ (12MP) and the W620 (14MP) is pretty similar and they come with the same exact sensor size (1/2.3").

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The SP-600 UZ was unveiled 23 months prior to the W620 which makes the cameras a generation away from one another. The two cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before we go straight into a step-by-step comparison, below is a quick summary of how the SP-600 UZ scores vs the W620 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Below is a preview of the gallery images for Olympus SP-600 UZ & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W620. The full galleries are available at Olympus SP-600 UZ Gallery & Sony W620 Gallery.

If you're planning to carry around your camera often, you'll have to factor its weight and proportions. The Olympus SP-600 UZ has outer measurements of 110mm x 90mm x 91mm (4.3" x 3.5" x 3.6") having a weight of 455 grams (1.00 lbs) and the Sony W620 has measurements of 98mm x 56mm x 20mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 0.8") along with a weight of 116 grams (0.26 lbs).

Compare the Olympus SP-600 UZ and Sony W620 in our completely new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember, the weight of an ILC will vary depending on the lens you choose at that time. Following is the front view physical size comparison of the SP-600 UZ versus the W620.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the SP-600 UZ and W620 is 69 and 96 respectively.

Sometimes, it is very difficult to picture the contrast between sensor sizes purely by reviewing a spec sheet. The picture underneath may offer you a more clear sense of the sensor sizing in the SP-600 UZ and W620.

As you can see, both of these cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing albeit different resolution. You can expect the Sony W620 to deliver extra detail having an extra 2MP. Higher resolution will also make it easier to crop pictures a little more aggressively. The more aged SP-600 UZ is going to be disadvantaged with regard to sensor tech.