Olympus SP-610UZ vs Sony A390

Here is a extensive analysis of the Olympus SP-610UZ vs Sony A390, one being a Small Sensor Superzoom and the latter is a Entry-Level DSLR by rivals Olympus and Sony. The resolution of the SP-610UZ (14MP) and the A390 (14MP) is relatively similar but the SP-610UZ (1/2.3") and A390 (APS-C) posses different sensor sizing.

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The SP-610UZ was revealed 6 months later than the A390 and they are both of a similar generation. Each of the cameras have different body design with the Olympus SP-610UZ being a Compact camera and the Sony A390 being a Compact SLR camera.

Before we go straight to a in depth comparison, here is a quick summary of how the SP-610UZ scores versus the A390 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

This is a preview of the gallery photos for Olympus SP-610UZ and Sony Alpha DSLR-A390. The full galleries are viewable at Olympus SP-610UZ Gallery and Sony A390 Gallery.

If you're aiming to carry your camera regularly, you'll need to think about its weight and proportions. The Olympus SP-610UZ enjoys exterior measurements of 107mm x 73mm x 73mm (4.2" x 2.9" x 2.9") accompanied by a weight of 405 grams (0.89 lbs) while the Sony A390 has measurements of 128mm x 97mm x 86mm (5.0" x 3.8" x 3.4") with a weight of 549 grams (1.21 lbs).

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Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you select during that time. The following is a front view physical size comparison of the SP-610UZ against the A390.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability grade of the SP-610UZ and A390 is 79 and 66 respectively.

Usually, it is very tough to picture the difference between sensor sizing purely by reading specs. The graphic below will provide you a much better sense of the sensor sizing in the SP-610UZ and A390.

As you can plainly see, both of those cameras have the same MP albeit different sensor sizing. The SP-610UZ uses the tinier sensor which should make achieving shallower depth of field more challenging.