Olympus SP-620 UZ vs Sony G3
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Olympus SP-620 UZ vs Sony G3 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
- Launched January 2012
- Old Model is Olympus SP-610UZ
(Full Review)
- 10MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3.5" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 640 x 480 video
- 35-140mm (F3.5-10.0) lens
- 185g - 97 x 59 x 22mm
- Released January 2009
Olympus SP-620 UZ vs Sony G3 Overview
Here is a in depth overview of the Olympus SP-620 UZ vs Sony G3, one being a Small Sensor Superzoom and the latter is a Small Sensor Compact by rivals Olympus and Sony. There is a significant difference among the sensor resolutions of the SP-620 UZ (16MP) and G3 (10MP) but they possess the exact same sensor measurements (1/2.3").
Snapchat Adds Watermarks to AI-Created ImagesThe SP-620 UZ was introduced 3 years later than the G3 and that is a fairly sizable gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Both of the cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).
Before delving in to a in-depth comparison, below is a simple summary of how the SP-620 UZ scores vs the G3 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.
Olympus SP-620 UZ vs Sony G3 Gallery
Following is a preview of the gallery photos for Olympus SP-620 UZ and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-G3. The whole galleries are available at Olympus SP-620 UZ Gallery and Sony G3 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Olympus SP-620 UZ over the Sony G3
SP-620 UZ | G3 | |||
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Released | January 2012 | January 2009 | Fresher by 37 months |
Reasons to pick Sony G3 over the Olympus SP-620 UZ
G3 | SP-620 UZ | |||
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Focus manually | More exact focus | |||
Screen dimension | 3.5" | 3" | Bigger screen (+0.5") | |
Screen resolution | 921k | 230k | Clearer screen (+691k dot) | |
Touch screen | Quickly navigate |
Common features in the Olympus SP-620 UZ and Sony G3
SP-620 UZ | G3 | |||
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Screen type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed screen | |
Selfie screen | Lack of selfie screen |
Olympus SP-620 UZ vs Sony G3 Physical Comparison
If you are going to carry your camera frequently, you have to think about its weight and measurements. The Olympus SP-620 UZ provides exterior measurements 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 G3 has proportions of 97mm x 59mm x 22mm (3.8" x 2.3" x 0.9") along with a weight of 185 grams (0.41 lbs).
Check out the Olympus SP-620 UZ vs Sony G3 in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you have during that time. Following is the front view measurement comparison of the SP-620 UZ and the G3.
Taking into account size and weight, the portability grade of the SP-620 UZ and G3 is 78 and 94 respectively.
Olympus SP-620 UZ vs Sony G3 Sensor Comparison
Generally, it is hard to see the difference in sensor sizing simply by looking through specifications. The visual below will help offer you a clearer sense of the sensor measurements in the SP-620 UZ and G3.
To sum up, both of the cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements albeit not the same MP. You should count on the Olympus SP-620 UZ to provide you with more detail using its extra 6MP. Higher resolution can also enable you to crop pictures much more aggressively. The more modern SP-620 UZ will have an edge with regard to sensor innovation.
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Olympus SP-620 UZ vs Sony G3 Specifications
Olympus SP-620 UZ | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-G3 | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | Olympus | Sony |
Model | Olympus SP-620 UZ | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-G3 |
Type | Small Sensor Superzoom | Small Sensor Compact |
Launched | 2012-01-10 | 2009-01-08 |
Physical type | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor Chip | TruePic III+ | - |
Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16 megapixels | 10 megapixels |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Full resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 3648 x 2736 |
Max native ISO | 3200 | 3200 |
Minimum native ISO | 100 | 80 |
RAW images | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
AF touch | ||
AF continuous | ||
Single AF | ||
AF tracking | ||
Selective AF | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
Multi area AF | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detection AF | ||
Contract detection AF | ||
Phase detection AF | ||
Number of focus points | - | 9 |
Cross focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 25-525mm (21.0x) | 35-140mm (4.0x) |
Max aperture | f/3.1-5.8 | f/3.5-10.0 |
Macro focus range | 1cm | - |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Type of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen sizing | 3" | 3.5" |
Screen resolution | 230k dots | 921k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch capability | ||
Screen tech | TFT Color LCD | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 4 secs | 1 secs |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/1500 secs | 1/1000 secs |
Continuous shooting rate | - | 2.0 frames per second |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual mode | ||
Set WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash range | 6.00 m | 4.30 m (Auto ISO) |
Flash settings | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Fill-in | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye reduction, Slow Sync |
Hot shoe | ||
AE bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
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) | 640 x 480 (30, 15 fps), 320 x 240 (30, 15 fps) |
Max video resolution | 1280x720 | 640x480 |
Video file format | MPEG-4, H.264 | Motion JPEG |
Microphone support | ||
Headphone support | ||
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 sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 435g (0.96 lb) | 185g (0.41 lb) |
Dimensions | 110 x 74 x 74mm (4.3" x 2.9" x 2.9") | 97 x 59 x 22mm (3.8" x 2.3" x 0.9") |
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 | - |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 12 sec, pet auto shutter) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC | Memory Stick Duo/Pro Duo, Internal |
Card slots | One | One |
Pricing at launch | $199 | $200 |