Olympus SP-620 UZ vs Sony ZV-1

Here, we are reviewing the Olympus SP-620 UZ vs Sony ZV-1, one being a Small Sensor Superzoom and the other is a Large Sensor Compact by manufacturers Olympus and Sony. The image resolution of the SP-620 UZ (16MP) and the ZV-1 (20MP) is very similar but the SP-620 UZ (1/2.3") and ZV-1 (1") posses different sensor size.

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The SP-620 UZ was introduced 9 years prior to the ZV-1 and that is quite a sizable gap as far as technology is concerned. Each of the cameras feature different body design with the Olympus SP-620 UZ being a Compact camera and the Sony ZV-1 being a Large Sensor Compact camera.

Before going into a more detailed comparison, here is a short highlight of how the SP-620 UZ scores against the ZV-1 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

The following is a sample of the gallery pics for Olympus SP-620 UZ and Sony ZV-1. The whole galleries are provided at Olympus SP-620 UZ Gallery and Sony ZV-1 Gallery.

For anybody who is looking to carry your camera frequently, you will want to factor its weight and measurements. The Olympus SP-620 UZ features outside dimensions 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 ZV-1 has proportions of 105mm x 60mm x 44mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.7") along with a weight of 294 grams (0.65 lbs).

Examine the Olympus SP-620 UZ vs Sony ZV-1 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you have attached at that time. Underneath is a front view proportions comparison of the SP-620 UZ and the ZV-1.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability score of the SP-620 UZ and ZV-1 is 78 and 88 respectively.

More often than not, it's tough to visualize the gap between sensor sizing only by reviewing specs. The photograph underneath will offer you a clearer sense of the sensor sizes in the SP-620 UZ and ZV-1.

As you can plainly see, both of those cameras come with different megapixel count and different sensor sizing. The SP-620 UZ having a tinier sensor is going to make getting shallower depth of field more difficult and the Sony ZV-1 will offer greater detail using its extra 4MP. Greater resolution can also allow you to crop photos a good deal more aggressively. The older SP-620 UZ is going to be behind with regard to sensor innovation.