Olympus SP-620 UZ vs Panasonic FX48

In this write-up, we are analyzing the Olympus SP-620 UZ and Panasonic FX48, one is a Small Sensor Superzoom and the other is a Small Sensor Compact by brands Olympus and Panasonic. There exists a sizeable gap between the sensor resolutions of the SP-620 UZ (16MP) and FX48 (12MP) but they feature the same exact sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The SP-620 UZ was announced 2 years after the FX48 which is quite a large gap as far as technology is concerned. Each of these cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before going through a in-depth comparison, below is a concise introduction of how the SP-620 UZ matches up versus the FX48 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Here is a sample of the gallery pictures for Olympus SP-620 UZ and Panasonic Lumix DMC-FX48. The whole galleries are available at Olympus SP-620 UZ Gallery and Panasonic FX48 Gallery.

If you are looking to carry around your camera, you will want to take into account its weight and dimensions. The Olympus SP-620 UZ enjoys physical measurements 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 Panasonic FX48 has dimensions of 95mm x 53mm x 22mm (3.7" x 2.1" x 0.9") having a weight of 150 grams (0.33 lbs).

Compare the Olympus SP-620 UZ and Panasonic FX48 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you have at the time. Here is the front view sizing comparison of the SP-620 UZ versus the FX48.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the SP-620 UZ and FX48 is 78 and 95 respectively.

Typically, it is difficult to picture the gap between sensor sizes only by looking at technical specs. The image underneath might offer you a stronger sense of the sensor sizing in the SP-620 UZ and FX48.

As you have seen, each of these cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing but different MP. You should anticipate the Olympus SP-620 UZ to resolve extra detail with its extra 4 Megapixels. Greater resolution will enable you to crop pics far more aggressively. The younger SP-620 UZ should have a benefit when it comes to sensor innovation.