Olympus SP-620 UZ vs Pentax VS20

Below, we will be evaluating the Olympus SP-620 UZ and Pentax VS20, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras by brands Olympus and Pentax. The sensor resolution of the SP-620 UZ (16MP) and the VS20 (16MP) is relatively well matched and they come with the exact same sensor size (1/2.3").

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The SP-620 UZ was revealed very close to the VS20 and they are of a similar generation. Each of the cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).

Before delving in to a detailed comparison, below is a concise overview of how the SP-620 UZ grades versus the VS20 for portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Following is a preview of the gallery photos for Olympus SP-620 UZ and Pentax Optio VS20. The full galleries are provided at Olympus SP-620 UZ Gallery and Pentax VS20 Gallery.

In case you're looking to travel with your camera, you will have to take into account its weight and volume. The Olympus SP-620 UZ features physical measurements of 110mm x 74mm x 74mm (4.3" x 2.9" x 2.9") with a weight of 435 grams (0.96 lbs) whilst the Pentax VS20 has sizing of 111mm x 61mm x 38mm (4.4" x 2.4" x 1.5") having a weight of 235 grams (0.52 lbs).

Compare the Olympus SP-620 UZ and Pentax VS20 in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you have attached at that moment. The following is the front view physical size comparison of the SP-620 UZ vs the VS20.

Looking at size and weight, the portability score of the SP-620 UZ and VS20 is 78 and 90 respectively.

Often, it is tough to imagine the gap between sensor dimensions simply by looking at a spec sheet. The picture below should provide you a far better sense of the sensor measurements in the SP-620 UZ and VS20.

As you can see, both of these cameras posses the exact same sensor measurements and the same exact resolution and you should expect similar quality of images although you have to take the release date of the products into consideration.