Olympus SP-620 UZ vs Panasonic GF1

Following is a in depth review of the Olympus SP-620 UZ versus Panasonic GF1, one is a Small Sensor Superzoom and the other is a Entry-Level Mirrorless by brands Olympus and Panasonic. There is a big difference among the image resolutions of the SP-620 UZ (16MP) and GF1 (12MP) and the SP-620 UZ (1/2.3") and GF1 (Four Thirds) posses totally different sensor sizes.

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The SP-620 UZ was manufactured 2 years after the GF1 which is a fairly big gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Both cameras have different body design with the Olympus SP-620 UZ being a Compact camera and the Panasonic GF1 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.

Before going into a comprehensive comparison, here is a simple highlight of how the SP-620 UZ scores against the GF1 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Following is a sample of the gallery pics for Olympus SP-620 UZ and Panasonic Lumix DMC-GF1. The entire galleries are provided at Olympus SP-620 UZ Gallery and Panasonic GF1 Gallery.

For anybody who is intending to carry around your camera often, you have to take into account its weight and volume. The Olympus SP-620 UZ has physical measurements of 110mm x 74mm x 74mm (4.3" x 2.9" x 2.9") and a weight of 435 grams (0.96 lbs) and the Panasonic GF1 has sizing of 119mm x 71mm x 36mm (4.7" x 2.8" x 1.4") and a weight of 385 grams (0.85 lbs).

Compare the Olympus SP-620 UZ versus Panasonic GF1 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you are utilizing at the time. Here is a front view proportions comparison of the SP-620 UZ and the GF1.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability rating of the SP-620 UZ and GF1 is 78 and 85 respectively.

Generally, it's tough to see the gap in sensor sizes merely by researching specs. The image underneath might give you a better sense of the sensor sizing in the SP-620 UZ and GF1.

All in all, both the cameras have different megapixel count and different sensor sizes. The SP-620 UZ because of its smaller sensor will make getting shallow depth of field tougher and the Olympus SP-620 UZ will render extra detail due to its extra 4MP. Greater resolution will also let you crop images a bit more aggressively. The younger SP-620 UZ will have a benefit when it comes to sensor technology.