Olympus SP-620 UZ vs Sony HX30V

Here, we will be evaluating the Olympus SP-620 UZ and Sony HX30V, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras by competitors Olympus and Sony. The sensor resolution of the SP-620 UZ (16MP) and the HX30V (18MP) is relatively close and both cameras have the identical sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The SP-620 UZ was manufactured at a similar time to the HX30V and they are both of a similar age. Each of the cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before we go into a in depth comparison, here is a simple summary of how the SP-620 UZ scores vs the HX30V when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Here is a preview of the gallery photos for Olympus SP-620 UZ & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX30V. The entire galleries are provided at Olympus SP-620 UZ Gallery & Sony HX30V Gallery.

For anybody who is planning to carry your camera frequently, you will have to consider its weight and measurements. The Olympus SP-620 UZ provides external 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 HX30V has proportions of 107mm x 62mm x 35mm (4.2" x 2.4" x 1.4") accompanied by a weight of 254 grams (0.56 lbs).

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Bear in mind, the weight of an ILC will vary dependant on the lens you choose at that moment. Here is a front view overall size comparison of the SP-620 UZ versus the HX30V.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the SP-620 UZ and HX30V is 78 and 90 respectively.

Quite often, it's hard to imagine the gap in sensor sizing only by looking through specifications. The graphic below will offer you a greater sense of the sensor sizes in the SP-620 UZ and HX30V.

Plainly, both the cameras feature the identical sensor size albeit different megapixels. You can count on the Sony HX30V to result in extra detail due to its extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution will allow you to crop shots way more aggressively.