Olympus SP-620 UZ vs Olympus SZ-30MR

In this article, we will be matching up the Olympus SP-620 UZ vs Olympus SZ-30MR, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras and both are manufactured by Olympus. The resolution of the SP-620 UZ (16MP) and the SZ-30MR (16MP) is relatively comparable and they enjoy the same exact sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The SP-620 UZ was launched 11 months later than the SZ-30MR and they are both of a similar generation. Both of the cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before getting in to a in depth comparison, below is a quick introduction of how the SP-620 UZ scores versus the SZ-30MR in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

The following is a preview of the gallery photos for Olympus SP-620 UZ and Olympus SZ-30MR. The complete galleries are available at Olympus SP-620 UZ Gallery and Olympus SZ-30MR Gallery.

For anyone who is aiming to carry your camera regularly, you'll have to factor in its weight and dimensions. The Olympus SP-620 UZ offers physical dimensions of 110mm x 74mm x 74mm (4.3" x 2.9" x 2.9") with a weight of 435 grams (0.96 lbs) while the Olympus SZ-30MR has dimensions of 106mm x 69mm x 40mm (4.2" x 2.7" x 1.6") and a weight of 226 grams (0.50 lbs).

Examine the Olympus SP-620 UZ vs Olympus SZ-30MR in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you use at the time. Below is the front view measurement comparison of the SP-620 UZ vs the SZ-30MR.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the SP-620 UZ and SZ-30MR is 78 and 89 respectively.

Quite often, it is hard to picture the difference in sensor sizing purely by going through technical specs. The graphic underneath may offer you a greater sense of the sensor sizes in the SP-620 UZ and SZ-30MR.

As you can tell, both of the cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing and the same megapixels and you should expect comparable quality of photos though you will want to take the release date of the cameras into account. The more modern SP-620 UZ should have a benefit with regard to sensor tech.