Olympus SP-620 UZ vs Panasonic SZ3

Its time to look closer at the Olympus SP-620 UZ versus Panasonic SZ3, former is a Small Sensor Superzoom while the latter is a Small Sensor Compact by brands Olympus and Panasonic. The sensor resolution of the SP-620 UZ (16MP) and the SZ3 (16MP) is pretty similar and both cameras offer the identical sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The SP-620 UZ was unveiled 12 months earlier than the SZ3 so they are of a similar age. Each of these cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before delving right into a comprehensive comparison, here is a concise synopsis of how the SP-620 UZ scores versus the SZ3 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

The following is a preview of the gallery images for Olympus SP-620 UZ & Panasonic Lumix DMC-SZ3. The full galleries are viewable at Olympus SP-620 UZ Gallery & Panasonic SZ3 Gallery.

For those who are planning to travel with your camera often, you are going to need to think about its weight and size. The Olympus SP-620 UZ enjoys outer measurements of 110mm x 74mm x 74mm (4.3" x 2.9" x 2.9") and a weight of 435 grams (0.96 lbs) whilst the Panasonic SZ3 has specifications of 95mm x 56mm x 22mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.9") with a weight of 126 grams (0.28 lbs).

Examine the Olympus SP-620 UZ versus Panasonic SZ3 in our newest Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Bear in mind, the weight of an ILC will differ dependant on the lens you are employing during that time. Following is a front view dimensions comparison of the SP-620 UZ and the SZ3.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the SP-620 UZ and SZ3 is 78 and 96 respectively.

Quite often, it can be tough to imagine the difference between sensor dimensions purely by reading specs. The image below will give you a more clear sense of the sensor measurements in the SP-620 UZ and SZ3.

As you can plainly see, both of those cameras come with the identical sensor size and the same resolution so you can expect similar quality of images although you need to take the age of the products into consideration. The more aged SP-620 UZ is going to be disadvantaged with regard to sensor innovation.