Olympus SP-620 UZ vs Sony H400

On this page, we will be looking at the Olympus SP-620 UZ and Sony H400, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras by rivals Olympus and Sony. The sensor resolution of the SP-620 UZ (16MP) and the H400 (20MP) is pretty similar and both cameras provide the same sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The SP-620 UZ was manufactured 3 years before the H400 which is quite a large difference as far as tech is concerned. Both cameras have different body design with the Olympus SP-620 UZ being a Compact camera and the Sony H400 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera.

Before getting straight to a in-depth comparison, here is a quick synopsis of how the SP-620 UZ grades against the H400 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Following is a preview of the gallery images for Olympus SP-620 UZ & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-H400. The entire galleries are provided at Olympus SP-620 UZ Gallery & Sony H400 Gallery.

When you are intending to carry around your camera often, you have to think about its weight and volume. The Olympus SP-620 UZ provides outer measurements of 110mm x 74mm x 74mm (4.3" x 2.9" x 2.9") having a weight of 435 grams (0.96 lbs) and the Sony H400 has sizing of 130mm x 95mm x 122mm (5.1" x 3.7" x 4.8") accompanied by a weight of 628 grams (1.38 lbs).

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Don't forget, the weight of an ILC will differ dependant on the lens you are working with at that time. The following is a front view dimension comparison of the SP-620 UZ against the H400.

Considering size and weight, the portability grade of the SP-620 UZ and H400 is 78 and 62 respectively.

Often, it is very difficult to picture the difference between sensor sizes simply by going over a spec sheet. The image underneath may give you a better sense of the sensor measurements in the SP-620 UZ and H400.

As you can see, the two cameras provide the same sensor dimensions albeit different MP. You can expect the Sony H400 to offer extra detail due to its extra 4MP. Higher resolution will enable you to crop pictures more aggressively. The more aged SP-620 UZ is going to be behind with regard to sensor innovation.