Olympus 7000 vs Sony W620

Here, we will be contrasting the Olympus 7000 and Sony W620, both Small Sensor Compact cameras by brands Olympus and Sony. The image resolution of the 7000 (12MP) and the W620 (14MP) is relatively close and both cameras offer the identical sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The 7000 was launched 4 years earlier than the W620 and that is a fairly large gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Both the cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before we go right into a in depth comparison, here is a simple introduction of how the 7000 scores against the W620 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Following is a preview of the gallery photos for Olympus Stylus 7000 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W620. The complete galleries are viewable at Olympus 7000 Gallery and Sony W620 Gallery.

For anyone who is intending to lug around your camera often, you will want to think about its weight and size. The Olympus 7000 has physical measurements of 96mm x 56mm x 25mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 1.0") having a weight of 172 grams (0.38 lbs) whilst the Sony W620 has specifications of 98mm x 56mm x 20mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 0.8") and a weight of 116 grams (0.26 lbs).

Examine the Olympus 7000 and Sony W620 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you use at the time. The following is a front view sizing comparison of the 7000 vs the W620.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the 7000 and W620 is 94 and 96 respectively.

Normally, it's difficult to imagine the gap in sensor measurements only by viewing a spec sheet. The photograph underneath may provide you a far better sense of the sensor measurements in the 7000 and W620.

As you can see, each of these cameras come with the identical sensor size albeit different megapixels. You should count on the Sony W620 to provide you with greater detail utilizing its extra 2MP. Higher resolution can also enable you to crop photographs a good deal more aggressively. The older 7000 will be behind when it comes to sensor innovation.