Olympus SP-620 UZ vs Panasonic ZS45

Its time to look much closer at the Olympus SP-620 UZ vs Panasonic ZS45, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras by manufacturers Olympus and Panasonic. The image resolution of the SP-620 UZ (16MP) and the ZS45 (16MP) is relatively close and both cameras posses the same sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The SP-620 UZ was released 4 years earlier than the ZS45 which is a fairly large gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Both the cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before going into a step-by-step comparison, here is a quick synopsis of how the SP-620 UZ scores versus the ZS45 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Following is a preview of the gallery photos for Olympus SP-620 UZ and Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS45. The complete galleries are available at Olympus SP-620 UZ Gallery and Panasonic ZS45 Gallery.

For anybody who is going to carry around your camera regularly, you're going to have to factor in its weight and dimensions. The Olympus SP-620 UZ features exterior 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) and the Panasonic ZS45 has dimensions of 108mm x 60mm x 32mm (4.3" x 2.4" x 1.3") accompanied by a weight of 249 grams (0.55 lbs).

Contrast the Olympus SP-620 UZ vs Panasonic ZS45 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you are employing during that time. Below is a front view overall size comparison of the SP-620 UZ against the ZS45.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability score of the SP-620 UZ and ZS45 is 78 and 91 respectively.

Often, it is very difficult to envision the gap in sensor sizes simply by researching technical specs. The pic underneath should provide you a clearer sense of the sensor dimensions in the SP-620 UZ and ZS45.

As you have seen, both of the cameras have the same sensor dimensions and the exact same MP therefore you should expect comparable quality of photographs though you might want to factor the production date of the cameras into account. The more aged SP-620 UZ will be disadvantaged with regard to sensor technology.