Olympus SP-620 UZ vs Olympus SP-800 UZ
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Olympus SP-620 UZ vs Olympus SP-800 UZ Key Specs
(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
- Announced January 2012
- Previous Model is Olympus SP-610UZ
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 64 - 3200 (Raise to 1000)
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 28-840mm (F2.8-5.6) lens
- 455g - 110 x 90 x 91mm
- Launched February 2010
- Newer Model is Olympus SP-810 UZ

Olympus SP-620 UZ vs Olympus SP-800 UZ Overview
Its time to look a little more closely at the Olympus SP-620 UZ vs Olympus SP-800 UZ, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras and both of them are sold by Olympus. The image resolution of the SP-620 UZ (16MP) and the SP-800 UZ (14MP) is very well matched and both cameras boast the same sensor measurements (1/2.3").

The SP-620 UZ was manufactured 24 months after the SP-800 UZ making them a generation away from one another. Each of these cameras have the same body design (Compact).
Before we go into a more detailed comparison, here is a concise introduction of how the SP-620 UZ matches up vs the SP-800 UZ in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Olympus SP-620 UZ vs Olympus SP-800 UZ Gallery
Here is a sample of the gallery pics for Olympus SP-620 UZ and Olympus SP-800 UZ. The entire galleries are provided at Olympus SP-620 UZ Gallery and Olympus SP-800 UZ Gallery.
Reasons to pick Olympus SP-620 UZ over the Olympus SP-800 UZ
SP-620 UZ | SP-800 UZ | |||
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Launched | January 2012 | ![]() | February 2010 | Newer by 24 months |
Reasons to pick Olympus SP-800 UZ over the Olympus SP-620 UZ
SP-800 UZ | SP-620 UZ |
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Common features in the Olympus SP-620 UZ and Olympus SP-800 UZ
SP-620 UZ | SP-800 UZ | |||
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Manually focus | ![]() | No manual focus | ||
Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Display dimensions | 3" | ![]() | 3" | Equal display measurements |
Display resolution | 230k | ![]() | 230k | Same display resolution |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Lack of selfie screen | ||
Touch display | ![]() | Lack of Touch display |
Olympus SP-620 UZ vs Olympus SP-800 UZ Physical Comparison
For anybody who is intending to travel with your camera, you will need to factor its weight and size. The Olympus SP-620 UZ offers external dimensions of 110mm x 74mm x 74mm (4.3" x 2.9" x 2.9") along with a weight of 435 grams (0.96 lbs) and the Olympus SP-800 UZ has specifications of 110mm x 90mm x 91mm (4.3" x 3.5" x 3.6") with a weight of 455 grams (1.00 lbs).
Contrast the Olympus SP-620 UZ vs Olympus SP-800 UZ in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you use at that time. Here is a front view dimension comparison of the SP-620 UZ and the SP-800 UZ.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the SP-620 UZ and SP-800 UZ is 78 and 69 respectively.

Olympus SP-620 UZ vs Olympus SP-800 UZ Sensor Comparison
More often than not, it can be hard to visualize the difference between sensor dimensions simply by checking technical specs. The image underneath should provide you a stronger sense of the sensor sizes in the SP-620 UZ and SP-800 UZ.
As you have seen, both cameras have the same sensor dimensions but different MP. You should expect to see the Olympus SP-620 UZ to give you more detail due to its extra 2MP. Greater resolution will help you crop pics a bit more aggressively. The more recent SP-620 UZ provides an advantage in sensor technology.

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Olympus SP-620 UZ vs Olympus SP-800 UZ Specifications
Olympus SP-620 UZ | Olympus SP-800 UZ | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | Olympus | Olympus |
Model | Olympus SP-620 UZ | Olympus SP-800 UZ |
Type | Small Sensor Superzoom | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Announced | 2012-01-10 | 2010-02-02 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Powered by | TruePic III+ | 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 surface area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16 megapixels | 14 megapixels |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | - |
Max resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 4288 x 3216 |
Max native ISO | 3200 | 3200 |
Max enhanced ISO | - | 1000 |
Lowest native ISO | 100 | 64 |
RAW data | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch focus | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detect autofocus | ||
Contract detect autofocus | ||
Phase detect autofocus | ||
Number of focus points | - | 143 |
Cross focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 25-525mm (21.0x) | 28-840mm (30.0x) |
Max aperture | f/3.1-5.8 | f/2.8-5.6 |
Macro focus distance | 1cm | 1cm |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Range of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display sizing | 3" | 3" |
Display resolution | 230k dot | 230k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch capability | ||
Display tech | TFT Color LCD | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 4s | 12s |
Max shutter speed | 1/1500s | 1/2000s |
Continuous shutter speed | - | 10.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Set white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash range | 6.00 m | 3.10 m |
Flash options | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Fill-in | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye |
Hot shoe | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 180 (30fps) | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) |
Max video resolution | 1280x720 | 1280x720 |
Video data format | MPEG-4, H.264 | H.264 |
Microphone input | ||
Headphone input | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Eye-Fi Connected | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environment seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 435 grams (0.96 lb) | 455 grams (1.00 lb) |
Physical dimensions | 110 x 74 x 74mm (4.3" x 2.9" x 2.9") | 110 x 90 x 91mm (4.3" x 3.5" x 3.6") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall 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 | 4 x AA | Li-50B |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 12 sec, pet auto shutter) | Yes (12 or 2 sec) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Storage media | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/SDHC, Internal |
Storage slots | 1 | 1 |
Price at release | $199 | $270 |