Olympus SP-620 UZ vs Panasonic SZ1

Its time to take a deeper look at the Olympus SP-620 UZ and Panasonic SZ1, one is a Small Sensor Superzoom and the latter is a Small Sensor Compact by brands Olympus and Panasonic. The image resolution of the SP-620 UZ (16MP) and the SZ1 (16MP) is pretty similar and both cameras boast the same sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The SP-620 UZ was announced very close to the SZ1 which means that they are of a similar generation. Each of these cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before going right into a detailed comparison, here is a brief summation of how the SP-620 UZ grades versus the SZ1 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Following is a preview of the gallery images for Olympus SP-620 UZ and Panasonic Lumix DMC-SZ1. The whole galleries are viewable at Olympus SP-620 UZ Gallery and Panasonic SZ1 Gallery.

If you are planning to carry around your camera regularly, you should consider its weight and proportions. The Olympus SP-620 UZ comes with outside 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) and the Panasonic SZ1 has measurements of 99mm x 59mm x 21mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.8") accompanied by a weight of 131 grams (0.29 lbs).

Examine the Olympus SP-620 UZ and Panasonic SZ1 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you are employing during that time. Underneath is a front view sizing comparison of the SP-620 UZ and the SZ1.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability score of the SP-620 UZ and SZ1 is 78 and 95 respectively.

Normally, it is tough to envision the difference between sensor sizes purely by reading technical specs. The pic here might provide you a greater sense of the sensor sizes in the SP-620 UZ and SZ1.

As you have seen, the two cameras have the same sensor dimensions and the identical megapixels therefore you should expect similar quality of pictures but you have to take the production date of the products into consideration.