Olympus SP-620 UZ vs Pentax X70
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Olympus SP-620 UZ vs Pentax X70 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 3200
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 25-525mm (F3.1-5.8) lens
- 435g - 110 x 74 x 74mm
- Announced January 2012
- Old Model is Olympus SP-610UZ
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 50 - 6400
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 26-624mm (F2.8-5.0) lens
- 410g - 110 x 83 x 90mm
- Introduced March 2009
Olympus SP-620 UZ vs Pentax X70 Overview
Below is a complete assessment of the Olympus SP-620 UZ vs Pentax X70, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras by rivals Olympus and Pentax. There is a noticeable difference between the image resolutions of the SP-620 UZ (16MP) and X70 (12MP) but both cameras boast the identical sensor sizes (1/2.3").
Fujifilm accuses Eastman Kodak of patent violation in new lawsuitThe SP-620 UZ was announced 2 years later than the X70 and that is quite a sizable difference as far as tech is concerned. Both of these cameras feature different body design with the Olympus SP-620 UZ being a Compact camera and the Pentax X70 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera.
Before going into a comprehensive comparison, here is a short overview of how the SP-620 UZ matches up versus the X70 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.
Olympus SP-620 UZ vs Pentax X70 Gallery
The following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Olympus SP-620 UZ & Pentax X70. The whole galleries are provided at Olympus SP-620 UZ Gallery & Pentax X70 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Olympus SP-620 UZ over the Pentax X70
SP-620 UZ | X70 | |||
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Introduced | January 2012 | March 2009 | More recent by 35 months | |
Display size | 3" | 2.7" | Larger display (+0.3") |
Reasons to pick Pentax X70 over the Olympus SP-620 UZ
X70 | SP-620 UZ | |||
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Manual focus | More exact focus |
Common features in the Olympus SP-620 UZ and Pentax X70
SP-620 UZ | X70 | |||
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Display type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed display | |
Display resolution | 230k | 230k | Equal display resolution | |
Selfie screen | Neither has selfie screen | |||
Touch display | Neither has Touch display |
Olympus SP-620 UZ vs Pentax X70 Physical Comparison
For anybody who is looking to lug around your camera, you should take into account its weight and measurements. The Olympus SP-620 UZ has physical 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 Pentax X70 has proportions of 110mm x 83mm x 90mm (4.3" x 3.3" x 3.5") accompanied by a weight of 410 grams (0.90 lbs).
Contrast the Olympus SP-620 UZ vs Pentax X70 in our completely new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.Keep in mind, the weight of an ILC will vary depending on the lens you select during that time. Below is a front view size comparison of the SP-620 UZ versus the X70.
Looking at size and weight, the portability rating of the SP-620 UZ and X70 is 78 and 71 respectively.
Olympus SP-620 UZ vs Pentax X70 Sensor Comparison
Usually, it is very tough to imagine the difference between sensor measurements purely by checking technical specs. The graphic underneath will help offer you a more clear sense of the sensor sizing in the SP-620 UZ and X70.
As you have seen, the two cameras come with the identical sensor size but different MP. You can anticipate the Olympus SP-620 UZ to give you greater detail with its extra 4 Megapixels. Greater resolution will help you crop pics a good deal more aggressively. The more recent SP-620 UZ should have an edge in sensor technology.
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Olympus SP-620 UZ vs Pentax X70 Specifications
Olympus SP-620 UZ | Pentax X70 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | Olympus | Pentax |
Model | Olympus SP-620 UZ | Pentax X70 |
Category | Small Sensor Superzoom | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Announced | 2012-01-10 | 2009-03-02 |
Body design | Compact | SLR-like (bridge) |
Sensor Information | ||
Chip | TruePic III+ | - |
Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16 megapixels | 12 megapixels |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Maximum resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 4000 x 3000 |
Maximum native ISO | 3200 | 6400 |
Minimum native ISO | 100 | 50 |
RAW pictures | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Touch focus | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detection focus | ||
Contract detection focus | ||
Phase detection focus | ||
Number of focus points | - | 9 |
Cross focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 25-525mm (21.0x) | 26-624mm (24.0x) |
Largest aperture | f/3.1-5.8 | f/2.8-5.0 |
Macro focus range | 1cm | 10cm |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Range of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen sizing | 3 inches | 2.7 inches |
Resolution of screen | 230k dot | 230k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch functionality | ||
Screen technology | TFT Color LCD | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | Electronic |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 4s | 4s |
Highest shutter speed | 1/1500s | 1/4000s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | - | Yes |
Set white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash range | 6.00 m | 9.10 m |
Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Fill-in | - |
Hot shoe | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 180 (30fps) | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 848 x 480 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) |
Maximum video resolution | 1280x720 | 1280x720 |
Video format | MPEG-4, H.264 | Motion JPEG |
Mic input | ||
Headphone input | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Eye-Fi Connected | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environment seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 435g (0.96 pounds) | 410g (0.90 pounds) |
Physical dimensions | 110 x 74 x 74mm (4.3" x 2.9" x 2.9") | 110 x 83 x 90mm (4.3" x 3.3" x 3.5") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light score | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery model | 4 x AA | D-LI92 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 12 sec, pet auto shutter) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Storage media | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/SDHC, Internal |
Storage slots | 1 | 1 |
Cost at launch | $199 | $200 |