Olympus SP-620 UZ vs Panasonic FZ100

In this write-up, we are comparing the Olympus SP-620 UZ versus Panasonic FZ100, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras by rivals Olympus and Panasonic. The resolution of the SP-620 UZ (16MP) and the FZ100 (14MP) is very similar and they use the same exact sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The SP-620 UZ was manufactured 18 months later than the FZ100 making the cameras a generation apart from each other. Each of these cameras offer different body type with the Olympus SP-620 UZ being a Compact camera and the Panasonic FZ100 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera.

Before we go in to a step-by-step comparison, below is a brief overview of how the SP-620 UZ grades vs the FZ100 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Below is a sample of the gallery pics for Olympus SP-620 UZ and Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ100. The entire galleries are provided at Olympus SP-620 UZ Gallery and Panasonic FZ100 Gallery.

For those who are intending to carry your camera frequently, you'll have to factor its weight and size. The Olympus SP-620 UZ enjoys outer dimensions of 110mm x 74mm x 74mm (4.3" x 2.9" x 2.9") along with a weight of 435 grams (0.96 lbs) while the Panasonic FZ100 has specifications of 124mm x 82mm x 92mm (4.9" x 3.2" x 3.6") with a weight of 540 grams (1.19 lbs).

Compare the Olympus SP-620 UZ versus Panasonic FZ100 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you choose at that moment. Underneath is the front view dimension comparison of the SP-620 UZ compared to the FZ100.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability rating of the SP-620 UZ and FZ100 is 78 and 67 respectively.

Usually, it's tough to visualize the difference between sensor sizing only by reviewing technical specs. The photograph below may offer you a far better sense of the sensor sizes in the SP-620 UZ and FZ100.

As you can tell, both of those cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing but different resolution. You should expect to see the Olympus SP-620 UZ to offer more detail due to its extra 2MP. Greater resolution will make it easier to crop images a little more aggressively. The newer SP-620 UZ provides a benefit in sensor technology.