Olympus SP-620 UZ vs Sony TX30

Following is a comprehensive overview of the Olympus SP-620 UZ versus Sony TX30, one is a Small Sensor Superzoom and the latter is a Ultracompact by brands Olympus and Sony. The sensor resolution of the SP-620 UZ (16MP) and the TX30 (18MP) is pretty similar and they possess the same exact sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The SP-620 UZ was revealed 18 months earlier than the TX30 which makes the cameras a generation away from one another. Both of these cameras offer different body type with the Olympus SP-620 UZ being a Compact camera and the Sony TX30 being a Ultracompact camera.

Before we go straight into a in depth comparison, below is a simple introduction of how the SP-620 UZ matches up versus the TX30 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Here is a preview of the gallery images for Olympus SP-620 UZ and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-TX30. The full galleries are viewable at Olympus SP-620 UZ Gallery and Sony TX30 Gallery.

When you are aiming to carry around your camera frequently, you will need to take into account its weight and volume. The Olympus SP-620 UZ enjoys outer measurements of 110mm x 74mm x 74mm (4.3" x 2.9" x 2.9") and a weight of 435 grams (0.96 lbs) while the Sony TX30 has sizing of 96mm x 59mm x 15mm (3.8" x 2.3" x 0.6") along with a weight of 141 grams (0.31 lbs).

Take a look at the Olympus SP-620 UZ versus Sony TX30 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you are employing at that moment. Following is the front view size comparison of the SP-620 UZ vs the TX30.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability score of the SP-620 UZ and TX30 is 78 and 96 respectively.

Quite often, it's tough to imagine the difference between sensor sizes just by going over specifications. The pic here will help give you a clearer sense of the sensor measurements in the SP-620 UZ and TX30.

To sum up, both of these cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing albeit different MP. You should expect the Sony TX30 to deliver more detail because of its extra 2MP. Higher resolution will allow you to crop pictures a little more aggressively. The more aged SP-620 UZ is going to be disadvantaged with regard to sensor technology.