Olympus SP-620 UZ vs Olympus VR-320

The following is a in-depth analysis of the Olympus SP-620 UZ vs Olympus VR-320, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras and both are sold by Olympus. The image resolution of the SP-620 UZ (16MP) and the VR-320 (14MP) is relatively comparable and they possess the same exact sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The SP-620 UZ was revealed 6 months after the VR-320 which means that they are of a similar generation. Both of the cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before diving in to a in-depth comparison, below is a brief summation of how the SP-620 UZ scores vs the VR-320 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

The following is a preview of the gallery photos for Olympus SP-620 UZ and Olympus VR-320. The full galleries are viewable at Olympus SP-620 UZ Gallery and Olympus VR-320 Gallery.

For those who are going to travel with your camera often, you have to factor its weight and proportions. The Olympus SP-620 UZ has got exterior dimensions of 110mm x 74mm x 74mm (4.3" x 2.9" x 2.9") accompanied by a weight of 435 grams (0.96 lbs) whilst the Olympus VR-320 has measurements of 101mm x 58mm x 29mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.1") with a weight of 158 grams (0.35 lbs).

Look at the Olympus SP-620 UZ vs Olympus VR-320 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you choose during that time. Following is the front view sizing comparison of the SP-620 UZ versus the VR-320.

Considering size and weight, the portability grade of the SP-620 UZ and VR-320 is 78 and 94 respectively.

Usually, its hard to visualise the gap in sensor dimensions purely by going through specs. The pic here should give you a much better sense of the sensor sizes in the SP-620 UZ and VR-320.

As you can plainly see, the 2 cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing albeit not the same megapixels. You should count on the Olympus SP-620 UZ to provide greater detail because of its extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also allow you to crop pictures a little more aggressively.