Olympus SP-620 UZ vs Sony NEX-5R
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Olympus SP-620 UZ vs Sony NEX-5R 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
- Superseded the Olympus SP-610UZ
(Full Review)
- 16MP - APS-C Sensor
- 3" Tilting Display
- ISO 100 - 25600
- 1920 x 1080 video
- Sony E Mount
- 276g - 111 x 59 x 39mm
- Announced August 2012
- Succeeded the Sony NEX-5N
- Replacement is Sony NEX-5T
Olympus SP-620 UZ vs Sony NEX-5R Overview
Here, we are comparing the Olympus SP-620 UZ versus Sony NEX-5R, one being a Small Sensor Superzoom and the other is a Entry-Level Mirrorless by manufacturers Olympus and Sony. The resolution of the SP-620 UZ (16MP) and the NEX-5R (16MP) is very similar but the SP-620 UZ (1/2.3") and NEX-5R (APS-C) boast totally different sensor size.
Body cameras now worn by bakery staff to deter stealingThe SP-620 UZ was brought out 7 months before the NEX-5R which means that they are both of a similar generation. The two cameras feature different body design with the Olympus SP-620 UZ being a Compact camera and the Sony NEX-5R being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.
Before getting right into a full comparison, here is a concise summary of how the SP-620 UZ matches up versus the NEX-5R with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.
Olympus SP-620 UZ vs Sony NEX-5R Gallery
Below is a sample of the gallery pics for Olympus SP-620 UZ and Sony Alpha NEX-5R. The entire galleries are available at Olympus SP-620 UZ Gallery and Sony NEX-5R Gallery.
Reasons to pick Olympus SP-620 UZ over the Sony NEX-5R
SP-620 UZ | NEX-5R |
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Reasons to pick Sony NEX-5R over the Olympus SP-620 UZ
NEX-5R | SP-620 UZ | |||
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Announced | August 2012 | January 2012 | More recent by 7 months | |
Manually focus | Dial precise focusing | |||
Display type | Tilting | Fixed | Tilting display | |
Display resolution | 920k | 230k | Sharper display (+690k dot) | |
Touch friendly display | Easily navigate |
Common features in the Olympus SP-620 UZ and Sony NEX-5R
SP-620 UZ | NEX-5R | |||
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Display size | 3" | 3" | Same display size | |
Selfie screen | No selfie screen |
Olympus SP-620 UZ vs Sony NEX-5R Physical Comparison
For anyone who is planning to lug around your camera often, you'll need to factor its weight and volume. The Olympus SP-620 UZ features physical 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) and the Sony NEX-5R has sizing of 111mm x 59mm x 39mm (4.4" x 2.3" x 1.5") having a weight of 276 grams (0.61 lbs).
See the Olympus SP-620 UZ versus Sony NEX-5R in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you choose at the time. Below is a front view dimension comparison of the SP-620 UZ versus the NEX-5R.
Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability score of the SP-620 UZ and NEX-5R is 78 and 89 respectively.
Olympus SP-620 UZ vs Sony NEX-5R Sensor Comparison
Typically, its difficult to see the difference between sensor measurements purely by reading a spec sheet. The photograph here will give you a far better sense of the sensor dimensions in the SP-620 UZ and NEX-5R.
Clearly, each of these cameras feature the identical megapixels but not the same sensor measurements. The SP-620 UZ uses the tinier sensor which will make obtaining shallower depth of field tougher. The older SP-620 UZ is going to be behind with regard to sensor technology.
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Olympus SP-620 UZ vs Sony NEX-5R Specifications
Olympus SP-620 UZ | Sony Alpha NEX-5R | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | Olympus | Sony |
Model | Olympus SP-620 UZ | Sony Alpha NEX-5R |
Category | Small Sensor Superzoom | Entry-Level Mirrorless |
Announced | 2012-01-10 | 2012-08-29 |
Body design | Compact | Rangefinder-style mirrorless |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor Chip | TruePic III+ | Bionz |
Sensor type | CCD | CMOS |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | APS-C |
Sensor measurements | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 23.4 x 15.6mm |
Sensor surface area | 28.1mm² | 365.0mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16 megapixels | 16 megapixels |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | 3:2 and 16:9 |
Highest Possible resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 4912 x 3264 |
Maximum native ISO | 3200 | 25600 |
Min native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW format | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
AF touch | ||
AF continuous | ||
Single AF | ||
AF tracking | ||
AF selectice | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
Multi area AF | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detection focusing | ||
Contract detection focusing | ||
Phase detection focusing | ||
Number of focus points | - | 99 |
Cross focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | fixed lens | Sony E |
Lens focal range | 25-525mm (21.0x) | - |
Maximal aperture | f/3.1-5.8 | - |
Macro focus range | 1cm | - |
Total lenses | - | 121 |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 1.5 |
Screen | ||
Range of screen | Fixed Type | Tilting |
Screen size | 3" | 3" |
Resolution of screen | 230k dot | 920k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch screen | ||
Screen tech | TFT Color LCD | Tilt Up 180� Down 50� TFT LCD |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | Electronic (optional) |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 4 seconds | 30 seconds |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/1500 seconds | 1/4000 seconds |
Continuous shutter speed | - | 10.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | - | Yes |
Set WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash range | 6.00 m | no built-in flash |
Flash options | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Fill-in | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync, Rear Curtain, Fill-in |
External flash | ||
AEB | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Fastest flash sync | - | 1/160 seconds |
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) | 1920 x 1080 (60 fps), 1440 x 1080 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) |
Maximum video resolution | 1280x720 | 1920x1080 |
Video data format | MPEG-4, H.264 | AVCHD |
Microphone jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Eye-Fi Connected | Built-In |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 435 grams (0.96 lb) | 276 grams (0.61 lb) |
Physical dimensions | 110 x 74 x 74mm (4.3" x 2.9" x 2.9") | 111 x 59 x 39mm (4.4" x 2.3" x 1.5") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall score | not tested | 78 |
DXO Color Depth score | not tested | 23.7 |
DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | 13.1 |
DXO Low light score | not tested | 910 |
Other | ||
Battery life | - | 330 shots |
Battery form | - | Battery Pack |
Battery model | 4 x AA | NPFW50 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 12 sec, pet auto shutter) | Yes (2 or 10 sec, 10sec (3 images)) |
Time lapse feature | With downloadable app | |
Storage media | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/ SDHC/SDXC, Memory Stick Pro Duo/ Pro-HG Duo |
Storage slots | 1 | 1 |
Launch cost | $199 | $750 |