Olympus SP-620 UZ vs Sony A580

Following is a in-depth assessment of the Olympus SP-620 UZ vs Sony A580, one is a Small Sensor Superzoom and the latter is a Entry-Level DSLR by manufacturers Olympus and Sony. The image resolution of the SP-620 UZ (16MP) and the A580 (16MP) is relatively similar but the SP-620 UZ (1/2.3") and A580 (APS-C) boast totally different sensor measurements.

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The SP-620 UZ was brought out 8 months after the A580 which means that they are of a similar generation. Each of the cameras feature different body design with the Olympus SP-620 UZ being a Compact camera and the Sony A580 being a Compact SLR camera.

Before we go straight to a in depth comparison, here is a quick summary of how the SP-620 UZ grades vs the A580 for portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

This is a preview of the gallery photos for Olympus SP-620 UZ and Sony Alpha DSLR-A580. The entire galleries are viewable at Olympus SP-620 UZ Gallery and Sony A580 Gallery.

For anyone who is planning to carry around your camera frequently, you're going to have to take into account its weight and size. The Olympus SP-620 UZ enjoys outer measurements of 110mm x 74mm x 74mm (4.3" x 2.9" x 2.9") along with a weight of 435 grams (0.96 lbs) while the Sony A580 has specifications of 137mm x 104mm x 84mm (5.4" x 4.1" x 3.3") with a weight of 599 grams (1.32 lbs).

Take a look at the Olympus SP-620 UZ vs Sony A580 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you are working with at that moment. Here is a front view proportions comparison of the SP-620 UZ against the A580.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the SP-620 UZ and A580 is 78 and 64 respectively.

Normally, its hard to see the difference between sensor sizes just by reviewing technical specs. The image underneath should offer you a greater sense of the sensor sizing in the SP-620 UZ and A580.

As you have seen, each of these cameras feature the identical megapixels albeit not the same sensor sizes. The SP-620 UZ provides the tinier sensor which will make getting shallow depth of field trickier. The more recent SP-620 UZ is going to have an advantage in sensor tech.