Olympus SP-620 UZ vs Sony W380

Here is a detailed assessment of the Olympus SP-620 UZ versus Sony W380, one being a Small Sensor Superzoom and the latter is a Ultracompact by companies Olympus and Sony. The sensor resolution of the SP-620 UZ (16MP) and the W380 (14MP) is relatively close and both cameras provide the identical sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The SP-620 UZ was introduced 2 years later than the W380 and that is a fairly big gap as far as camera technology is concerned. The two cameras feature different body design with the Olympus SP-620 UZ being a Compact camera and the Sony W380 being a Ultracompact camera.

Before we go straight to a complete comparison, here is a brief highlight of how the SP-620 UZ matches up vs the W380 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Following is a preview of the gallery photos for Olympus SP-620 UZ and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W380. The whole galleries are viewable at Olympus SP-620 UZ Gallery and Sony W380 Gallery.

If you are planning to carry your camera often, you have to factor its weight and proportions. The Olympus SP-620 UZ enjoys exterior measurements of 110mm x 74mm x 74mm (4.3" x 2.9" x 2.9") with a weight of 435 grams (0.96 lbs) and the Sony W380 has measurements of 91mm x 52mm x 20mm (3.6" x 2.0" x 0.8") along with a weight of 117 grams (0.26 lbs).

Take a look at the Olympus SP-620 UZ versus Sony W380 in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you have at that time. Here is a front view measurement comparison of the SP-620 UZ versus the W380.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the SP-620 UZ and W380 is 78 and 96 respectively.

Sometimes, it's tough to imagine the difference in sensor sizing only by viewing specs. The photograph underneath might give you a clearer sense of the sensor sizing in the SP-620 UZ and W380.

All in all, each of the cameras come with the identical sensor size albeit different MP. You should count on the Olympus SP-620 UZ to render more detail using its extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also make it easier to crop shots a good deal more aggressively. The younger SP-620 UZ provides an edge in sensor tech.