Olympus SP-620 UZ vs Panasonic FX75

Here is a in depth assessment of the Olympus SP-620 UZ vs Panasonic FX75, one being a Small Sensor Superzoom and the latter is a Small Sensor Compact by rivals Olympus and Panasonic. The image resolution of the SP-620 UZ (16MP) and the FX75 (14MP) is relatively similar and both cameras boast the identical sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The SP-620 UZ was unveiled 20 months later than the FX75 which makes them a generation apart from one another. Both the cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before going right into a in depth comparison, here is a concise synopsis of how the SP-620 UZ grades vs the FX75 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 Panasonic Lumix DMC-FX75. The full galleries are available at Olympus SP-620 UZ Gallery and Panasonic FX75 Gallery.

For those who are aiming to carry your camera frequently, you're going to have to consider its weight and size. The Olympus SP-620 UZ offers outer dimensions of 110mm x 74mm x 74mm (4.3" x 2.9" x 2.9") having a weight of 435 grams (0.96 lbs) while the Panasonic FX75 has specifications of 103mm x 55mm x 23mm (4.1" x 2.2" x 0.9") and a weight of 165 grams (0.36 lbs).

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Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you select at that moment. The following is a front view proportions comparison of the SP-620 UZ vs the FX75.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the SP-620 UZ and FX75 is 78 and 94 respectively.

More often than not, it's hard to see the gap between sensor sizing simply by going over a spec sheet. The graphic here will help offer you a stronger sense of the sensor dimensions in the SP-620 UZ and FX75.

Clearly, the 2 cameras come with the identical sensor size albeit not the same MP. You should count on the Olympus SP-620 UZ to offer you extra detail having an extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also allow you to crop shots a good deal more aggressively. The fresher SP-620 UZ will have an advantage in sensor innovation.