Olympus SP-620 UZ vs Sony NEX-3N
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Olympus SP-620 UZ vs Sony NEX-3N Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 3200
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 25-525mm (F3.1-5.8) lens
- 435g - 110 x 74 x 74mm
- Introduced January 2012
- Older Model is Olympus SP-610UZ
(Full Review)
- 16MP - APS-C Sensor
- 3" Tilting Display
- ISO 200 - 16000
- 1920 x 1080 video
- Sony E Mount
- 269g - 110 x 62 x 35mm
- Revealed February 2013
- Previous Model is Sony NEX-F3
- Updated by Sony a5000

Olympus SP-620 UZ vs Sony NEX-3N Overview
Here, we are matching up the Olympus SP-620 UZ versus Sony NEX-3N, former is a Small Sensor Superzoom while the other is a Entry-Level Mirrorless by manufacturers Olympus and Sony. The image resolution of the SP-620 UZ (16MP) and the NEX-3N (16MP) is fairly comparable but the SP-620 UZ (1/2.3") and NEX-3N (APS-C) have different sensor dimensions.

The SP-620 UZ was revealed 13 months prior to the NEX-3N making them a generation away from each other. Each of these cameras feature different body design with the Olympus SP-620 UZ being a Compact camera and the Sony NEX-3N being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.
Before delving right into a detailed comparison, here is a concise introduction of how the SP-620 UZ matches up versus the NEX-3N in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Olympus SP-620 UZ vs Sony NEX-3N Gallery
This is a sample of the gallery pictures for Olympus SP-620 UZ & Sony Alpha NEX-3N. The full galleries are provided at Olympus SP-620 UZ Gallery & Sony NEX-3N Gallery.
Reasons to pick Olympus SP-620 UZ over the Sony NEX-3N
SP-620 UZ | NEX-3N |
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Reasons to pick Sony NEX-3N over the Olympus SP-620 UZ
NEX-3N | SP-620 UZ | |||
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Revealed | February 2013 | ![]() | January 2012 | Newer by 13 months |
Focus manually | ![]() | Dial precise focus | ||
Display type | Tilting | ![]() | Fixed | Tilting display |
Display resolution | 460k | ![]() | 230k | Clearer display (+230k dot) |
Common features in the Olympus SP-620 UZ and Sony NEX-3N
SP-620 UZ | NEX-3N | |||
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Display size | 3" | ![]() | 3" | Same display sizing |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither provides selfie screen | ||
Touch friendly display | ![]() | Neither provides Touch friendly display |
Olympus SP-620 UZ vs Sony NEX-3N Physical Comparison
If you are intending to travel with your camera regularly, you will have to consider its weight and proportions. The Olympus SP-620 UZ provides exterior dimensions of 110mm x 74mm x 74mm (4.3" x 2.9" x 2.9") accompanied by a weight of 435 grams (0.96 lbs) whilst the Sony NEX-3N has measurements of 110mm x 62mm x 35mm (4.3" x 2.4" x 1.4") with a weight of 269 grams (0.59 lbs).
Contrast the Olympus SP-620 UZ versus Sony NEX-3N in our newest Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Bear in mind, the weight of an ILC will change based on the lens you are utilizing at that time. Here is a front view dimension comparison of the SP-620 UZ and the NEX-3N.

Using size and weight, the portability score of the SP-620 UZ and NEX-3N is 78 and 89 respectively.

Olympus SP-620 UZ vs Sony NEX-3N Sensor Comparison
Oftentimes, it can be hard to imagine the contrast in sensor dimensions purely by checking out specs. The picture underneath should give you a stronger sense of the sensor dimensions in the SP-620 UZ and NEX-3N.
All in all, both of these cameras come with the identical MP but different sensor dimensions. The SP-620 UZ comes with the smaller sensor which is going to make achieving bokeh tougher. The more aged SP-620 UZ will be disadvantaged in sensor innovation.

Olympus SP-620 UZ vs Sony NEX-3N Screen and ViewFinder


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Olympus SP-620 UZ vs Sony NEX-3N Specifications
Olympus SP-620 UZ | Sony Alpha NEX-3N | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | Olympus | Sony |
Model type | Olympus SP-620 UZ | Sony Alpha NEX-3N |
Type | Small Sensor Superzoom | Entry-Level Mirrorless |
Introduced | 2012-01-10 | 2013-02-25 |
Body design | Compact | Rangefinder-style mirrorless |
Sensor Information | ||
Powered by | TruePic III+ | Bionz |
Sensor type | CCD | CMOS |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | APS-C |
Sensor dimensions | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 23.5 x 15.6mm |
Sensor surface area | 28.1mm² | 366.6mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16 megapixels | 16 megapixels |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | 3:2 and 16:9 |
Maximum resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 4912 x 3264 |
Maximum native ISO | 3200 | 16000 |
Min native ISO | 100 | 200 |
RAW images | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detect focus | ||
Contract detect focus | ||
Phase detect focus | ||
Total focus points | - | 25 |
Cross type focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens support | fixed lens | Sony E |
Lens zoom range | 25-525mm (21.0x) | - |
Largest aperture | f/3.1-5.8 | - |
Macro focusing range | 1cm | - |
Number of lenses | - | 121 |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 1.5 |
Screen | ||
Range of display | Fixed Type | Tilting |
Display size | 3" | 3" |
Resolution of display | 230k dot | 460k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch operation | ||
Display technology | TFT Color LCD | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 4s | 30s |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/1500s | 1/4000s |
Continuous shooting speed | - | 4.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | - | Yes |
Custom white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash distance | 6.00 m | - |
Flash settings | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Fill-in | - |
Hot shoe | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Maximum flash sync | - | 1/160s |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 180 (30fps) | 1920 x 1080 |
Maximum video resolution | 1280x720 | 1920x1080 |
Video format | MPEG-4, H.264 | MPEG-4, AVCHD |
Mic jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
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 | ||
Environmental seal | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 435g (0.96 pounds) | 269g (0.59 pounds) |
Physical dimensions | 110 x 74 x 74mm (4.3" x 2.9" x 2.9") | 110 x 62 x 35mm (4.3" x 2.4" x 1.4") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around rating | not tested | 74 |
DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | 22.8 |
DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | 12.5 |
DXO Low light rating | not tested | 1067 |
Other | ||
Battery life | - | 480 images |
Type of battery | - | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | 4 x AA | NPFW50 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 12 sec, pet auto shutter) | - |
Time lapse recording | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/ SDHC/SDXC, Memory Stick Pro Duo/ Pro-HG Duo |
Storage slots | Single | Single |
Retail cost | $199 | $399 |