Olympus SP-620 UZ vs Pentax WG-1

In this article, we are analyzing the Olympus SP-620 UZ vs Pentax WG-1, one is a Small Sensor Superzoom and the other is a Waterproof by brands Olympus and Pentax. The sensor resolution of the SP-620 UZ (16MP) and the WG-1 (14MP) is very comparable and they possess the same exact sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The SP-620 UZ was launched 12 months after the WG-1 which means that they are of a similar generation. Both cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before we go through a detailed comparison, below is a concise summation of how the SP-620 UZ matches up vs the WG-1 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

This is a sample of the gallery pics for Olympus SP-620 UZ and Pentax Optio WG-1. The complete galleries are provided at Olympus SP-620 UZ Gallery and Pentax WG-1 Gallery.

In case you're planning to travel with your camera often, you will want to consider its weight and volume. The Olympus SP-620 UZ has got exterior dimensions of 110mm x 74mm x 74mm (4.3" x 2.9" x 2.9") and a weight of 435 grams (0.96 lbs) and the Pentax WG-1 has sizing of 114mm x 58mm x 28mm (4.5" x 2.3" x 1.1") having a weight of 157 grams (0.35 lbs).

Contrast the Olympus SP-620 UZ vs Pentax WG-1 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you are utilising at that time. Here is the front view over all size comparison of the SP-620 UZ versus the WG-1.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability score of the SP-620 UZ and WG-1 is 78 and 93 respectively.

Typically, it can be tough to visualise the gap in sensor dimensions simply by seeing a spec sheet. The pic below will offer you a much better sense of the sensor dimensions in the SP-620 UZ and WG-1.

Clearly, both the cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing but not the same MP. You should expect to see the Olympus SP-620 UZ to produce more detail utilizing its extra 2 Megapixels. Greater resolution can also allow you to crop images a little more aggressively. The more modern SP-620 UZ is going to have an advantage with regard to sensor tech.