Olympus SP-620 UZ vs Panasonic TS25

Below is a thorough analysis of the Olympus SP-620 UZ and Panasonic TS25, one being a Small Sensor Superzoom and the other is a Waterproof by manufacturers Olympus and Panasonic. The resolution of the SP-620 UZ (16MP) and the TS25 (16MP) is fairly well matched and they come with the same exact sensor size (1/2.3").

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The SP-620 UZ was manufactured 12 months prior to the TS25 which means that they are both of a similar generation. Each of the cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before going in to a more detailed comparison, below is a quick summation of how the SP-620 UZ matches up against the TS25 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

The following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Olympus SP-620 UZ and Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS25. The entire galleries are available at Olympus SP-620 UZ Gallery and Panasonic TS25 Gallery.

For those who are planning to lug around your camera often, you will want to factor in its weight and proportions. The Olympus SP-620 UZ features physical 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) whilst the Panasonic TS25 has measurements of 104mm x 58mm x 20mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 0.8") and a weight of 144 grams (0.32 lbs).

Contrast the Olympus SP-620 UZ and Panasonic TS25 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you use at that moment. Here is the front view dimensions comparison of the SP-620 UZ and the TS25.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability grade of the SP-620 UZ and TS25 is 78 and 95 respectively.

Oftentimes, it's hard to see the difference between sensor measurements purely by reading through a spec sheet. The visual below may provide you a more clear sense of the sensor dimensions in the SP-620 UZ and TS25.

Clearly, the two cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing and the same exact MP therefore you should expect similar quality of images however you may want to factor the production date of the products into consideration. The older SP-620 UZ is going to be disadvantaged in sensor technology.