Olympus SP-620 UZ vs Olympus SZ-10
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Olympus SP-620 UZ vs Olympus SZ-10 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 3200
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 25-525mm (F3.1-5.8) lens
- 435g - 110 x 74 x 74mm
- Revealed January 2012
- Earlier Model is Olympus SP-610UZ
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 1600
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 28-504mm (F3.1-4.4) lens
- 215g - 106 x 67 x 38mm
- Released February 2011

Olympus SP-620 UZ vs Olympus SZ-10 Overview
Here, we are analyzing the Olympus SP-620 UZ vs Olympus SZ-10, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras and both of them are produced by Olympus. The sensor resolution of the SP-620 UZ (16MP) and the SZ-10 (14MP) is fairly close and both cameras boast the identical sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

The SP-620 UZ was launched 12 months later than the SZ-10 and they are both of a similar generation. Each of these cameras feature the same body design (Compact).
Before going right into a thorough comparison, here is a brief highlight of how the SP-620 UZ scores versus the SZ-10 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Olympus SP-620 UZ vs Olympus SZ-10 Gallery
Here is a sample of the gallery pictures for Olympus SP-620 UZ and Olympus SZ-10. The complete galleries are viewable at Olympus SP-620 UZ Gallery and Olympus SZ-10 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Olympus SP-620 UZ over the Olympus SZ-10
SP-620 UZ | SZ-10 | |||
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Released | January 2012 | ![]() | February 2011 | More recent by 12 months |
Reasons to pick Olympus SZ-10 over the Olympus SP-620 UZ
SZ-10 | SP-620 UZ | |||
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Display resolution | 460k | ![]() | 230k | Sharper display (+230k dot) |
Common features in the Olympus SP-620 UZ and Olympus SZ-10
SP-620 UZ | SZ-10 | |||
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Focus manually | ![]() | Lack of manual focusing | ||
Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Display size | 3" | ![]() | 3" | Same display sizing |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Missing selfie screen | ||
Touch display | ![]() | Missing Touch display |
Olympus SP-620 UZ vs Olympus SZ-10 Physical Comparison
For those who are looking to lug around your camera frequently, you are going to need to factor in its weight and volume. The Olympus SP-620 UZ has got outer dimensions of 110mm x 74mm x 74mm (4.3" x 2.9" x 2.9") and a weight of 435 grams (0.96 lbs) while the Olympus SZ-10 has sizing of 106mm x 67mm x 38mm (4.2" x 2.6" x 1.5") having a weight of 215 grams (0.47 lbs).
Take a look at the Olympus SP-620 UZ vs Olympus SZ-10 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you are using at that moment. Following is a front view scale comparison of the SP-620 UZ vs the SZ-10.

Considering size and weight, the portability score of the SP-620 UZ and SZ-10 is 78 and 90 respectively.

Olympus SP-620 UZ vs Olympus SZ-10 Sensor Comparison
Often, its difficult to picture the gap in sensor measurements simply by researching specifications. The visual here might offer you a stronger sense of the sensor dimensions in the SP-620 UZ and SZ-10.
To sum up, both cameras feature the identical sensor size but different resolution. You should anticipate the Olympus SP-620 UZ to render greater detail utilizing its extra 2 Megapixels. Greater resolution can also let you crop images way more aggressively. The newer SP-620 UZ should have a benefit when it comes to sensor technology.

Olympus SP-620 UZ vs Olympus SZ-10 Screen and ViewFinder


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Olympus SP-620 UZ vs Olympus SZ-10 Specifications
Olympus SP-620 UZ | Olympus SZ-10 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | Olympus | Olympus |
Model type | Olympus SP-620 UZ | Olympus SZ-10 |
Type | Small Sensor Superzoom | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Revealed | 2012-01-10 | 2011-02-08 |
Physical type | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Powered by | TruePic III+ | TruePic III+ |
Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16 megapixels | 14 megapixels |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Max resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 4288 x 3216 |
Max native ISO | 3200 | 1600 |
Lowest native ISO | 100 | 80 |
RAW files | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
AF touch | ||
Continuous AF | ||
AF single | ||
AF tracking | ||
Selective AF | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
AF multi area | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detection focusing | ||
Contract detection focusing | ||
Phase detection focusing | ||
Cross type focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 25-525mm (21.0x) | 28-504mm (18.0x) |
Maximum aperture | f/3.1-5.8 | f/3.1-4.4 |
Macro focusing distance | 1cm | 1cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Type of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen size | 3 inch | 3 inch |
Resolution of screen | 230k dots | 460k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch operation | ||
Screen technology | TFT Color LCD | TFT Color LCD |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 4 seconds | 4 seconds |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/1500 seconds | 1/2000 seconds |
Continuous shutter rate | - | 1.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Set WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash distance | 6.00 m | 7.10 m |
Flash options | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Fill-in | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Fill-in |
Hot shoe | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 180 (30fps) | 1280 x 720 (30, 15fps), 640 x 480 (30, 15 fps), 320 x 240 (30, 15fps) |
Max video resolution | 1280x720 | 1280x720 |
Video format | MPEG-4, H.264 | Motion JPEG |
Mic support | ||
Headphone support | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Eye-Fi Connected | Eye-Fi Connected |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental sealing | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 435 grams (0.96 lb) | 215 grams (0.47 lb) |
Physical dimensions | 110 x 74 x 74mm (4.3" x 2.9" x 2.9") | 106 x 67 x 38mm (4.2" x 2.6" x 1.5") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light rating | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | - | 220 photographs |
Type of battery | - | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | 4 x AA | LI-50B |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 12 sec, pet auto shutter) | Yes (2 or 12 sec) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/SDHC/SDXC |
Card slots | One | One |
Price at release | $199 | $300 |