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Olympus SP-820UZ vs Sony W620

Portability
69
Imaging
38
Features
29
Overall
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Olympus Stylus SP-820UZ front
 
Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W620 front
Portability
96
Imaging
37
Features
25
Overall
32

Olympus SP-820UZ vs Sony W620 Key Specs

Olympus SP-820UZ
(Full Review)
  • 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 3" Fixed Screen
  • ISO 80 - 6400
  • 1920 x 1080 video
  • 22-896mm (F3.4-5.7) lens
  • 485g - 117 x 78 x 93mm
  • Revealed August 2012
  • Superseded the Olympus SP-820UZ
  • Refreshed by Olympus SP-820UZ
Sony W620
(Full Review)
  • 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 2.7" Fixed Screen
  • ISO 100 - 3200
  • 1280 x 720 video
  • 28-140mm (F3.2-6.5) lens
  • 116g - 98 x 56 x 20mm
  • Released January 2012
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Olympus SP-820UZ vs Sony W620 Overview

On this page, we will be reviewing the Olympus SP-820UZ and Sony W620, one being a Small Sensor Superzoom and the latter is a Small Sensor Compact by competitors Olympus and Sony. The sensor resolution of the SP-820UZ (14MP) and the W620 (14MP) is relatively similar and both cameras boast the same sensor size (1/2.3").

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The SP-820UZ was unveiled 8 months later than the W620 which means that they are both of a similar generation. Each of the cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before going straight to a in-depth comparison, here is a simple view of how the SP-820UZ matches up versus the W620 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

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Reasons to pick Olympus SP-820UZ over the Sony W620

 SP-820UZ W620 
ReleasedAugust 2012January 2012Fresher by 8 months
Screen dimensions3"2.7"Bigger screen (+0.3")
Screen resolution460k230kClearer screen (+230k dot)

Reasons to pick Sony W620 over the Olympus SP-820UZ

 W620 SP-820UZ 

Common features in the Olympus SP-820UZ and Sony W620

 SP-820UZ W620 
Focus manually No manual focusing
Screen typeFixed Fixed Fixed screen
Selfie screen Neither provides selfie screen
Touch screen Neither provides Touch screen

Olympus SP-820UZ vs Sony W620 Physical Comparison

For those who are aiming to carry your camera, you will want to factor its weight and size. The Olympus SP-820UZ provides external dimensions of 117mm x 78mm x 93mm (4.6" x 3.1" x 3.7") having a weight of 485 grams (1.07 lbs) and the Sony W620 has specifications of 98mm x 56mm x 20mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 0.8") accompanied by a weight of 116 grams (0.26 lbs).

Take a look at the Olympus SP-820UZ and Sony W620 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool. Camera Size Comparison with Lenses

Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you are utilising at that time. Here is a front view over all size comparison of the SP-820UZ vs the W620.

Olympus SP-820UZ vs Sony W620 size comparison

Using dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the SP-820UZ and W620 is 69 and 96 respectively.

Olympus SP-820UZ vs Sony W620 top view buttons comparison

Olympus SP-820UZ vs Sony W620 Sensor Comparison

Sometimes, it can be hard to imagine the gap between sensor sizing only by going over technical specs. The photograph here will offer you a more clear sense of the sensor dimensions in the SP-820UZ and W620.

As you can tell, both of those cameras have the same sensor dimensions and the same MP therefore you should expect similar quality of images although you would want to consider the release date of the products into consideration. The fresher SP-820UZ should have an edge with regard to sensor tech.

Olympus SP-820UZ vs Sony W620 sensor size comparison

Olympus SP-820UZ vs Sony W620 Screen and ViewFinder

Olympus SP-820UZ vs Sony W620 Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Olympus SP-820UZ Portrait photography advice
Sony W620 Portrait photography advice
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MP count decent (14 megapixels)
has face detection focusing
lack of manual focus
manual mode not possible
can't use external flash
sensor is very small (1/2.3")
has no RAW files
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decent megapixels (14 megapixels)
has face detect focusing
no manual focus
lack of manual mode
no external flash support
tiny sensor size (1/2.3")
has no RAW support
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Street Comparison

Olympus SP-820UZ as a Street photography camera
Sony W620 as a Street photography camera
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screen does not articulate
lack of image stabilization
sensor is very small (1/2.3")
has no RAW files
heavier than average (485 grams)
56
lighter than competition in class (116 grams)
no articulating screen
lack of image stabilization
tiny sensor size (1/2.3")
has no RAW support
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Sports Comparison

Sports photography with Olympus SP-820UZ
Sports photography with Sony W620
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long zoom range (22-896mm 40.7 x zoom)
MP count decent (14MP)
max fps very slow (2.0 frames/s)
lack of shutter priority mode
lack of image stabilization
sensor is very small (1/2.3")
has no phase detect AF
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decent megapixels (14 megapixels)
has tracking focus
slow continuous shooting (1.0 frames/s)
no shutter priority mode
lack of image stabilization
tiny sensor size (1/2.3")
has no phase detect AF
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Travel Comparison

Olympus SP-820UZ Travel photography info
Sony W620 Travel photography info
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MP count decent (14 megapixels)
has built in flash
pretty wide (22mm)
great zoom (896mm)
does not have Time Lapse mode
heavier than average (485g)
screen isn't selfie friendly
sluggish maximum aperture (f3.4)
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lighter than competition in class (116g)
decent megapixels (14 megapixels)
flash built-in
really wide (28mm)
does not have Timelapse recording
screen isn't selfie friendly
slow maximum aperture (f3.2)
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Landscape Comparison

Landscape photography with Olympus SP-820UZ
Landscape photography with Sony W620
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pretty wide (22mm)
screen size is good (3")
MP count decent (14 megapixels)
lack of manual focus
fixed lens (fixed lens mount)
sluggish maximum aperture (f3.4)
manual mode not possible
lack of image stabilization
sensor is very small (1/2.3")
has no RAW files
does not have Time Lapse mode
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really wide (28mm)
decent megapixels (14MP)
no manual focus
cannot swap lenses (fixed lens mount)
slow maximum aperture (f3.2)
screen is somewhat small (2.7 inch)
lack of manual mode
lack of image stabilization
tiny sensor size (1/2.3")
has no RAW support
does not have Timelapse recording
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Vlogging Comparison

Vlogging with Olympus SP-820UZ
Vlogging with Sony W620
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pretty wide (22mm)
has face detection focusing
video res high (1920 x 1080 resolution)
sluggish maximum aperture (f3.4)
screen isn't selfie friendly
lack of image stabilization
does not have external mic support
heavier than average (485g)
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really wide (28mm)
has face detect focusing
lighter than competition in class (116 grams)
slow maximum aperture (f3.2)
screen isn't selfie friendly
lack of image stabilization
video quality not great (1280 x 720 pixels)
does not have microphone jack
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Olympus SP-820UZ vs Sony W620 Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Olympus SP-820UZ and Sony W620
 Olympus Stylus SP-820UZSony Cyber-shot DSC-W620
General Information
Manufacturer Olympus Sony
Model Olympus Stylus SP-820UZ Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W620
Class Small Sensor Superzoom Small Sensor Compact
Revealed 2012-08-21 2012-01-10
Body design Compact Compact
Sensor Information
Processor Chip - BIONZ
Sensor type CMOS CCD
Sensor size 1/2.3" 1/2.3"
Sensor measurements 6.17 x 4.55mm 6.17 x 4.55mm
Sensor area 28.1mm² 28.1mm²
Sensor resolution 14 megapixel 14 megapixel
Anti aliasing filter
Aspect ratio 4:3 and 16:9 4:3 and 16:9
Peak resolution 4288 x 3216 4320 x 3240
Highest native ISO 6400 3200
Minimum native ISO 80 100
RAW images
Autofocusing
Manual focus
Touch to focus
Continuous AF
Single AF
Tracking AF
Selective AF
Center weighted AF
AF multi area
AF live view
Face detection focusing
Contract detection focusing
Phase detection focusing
Cross focus points - -
Lens
Lens mount fixed lens fixed lens
Lens focal range 22-896mm (40.7x) 28-140mm (5.0x)
Highest aperture f/3.4-5.7 f/3.2-6.5
Macro focus range 1cm 5cm
Crop factor 5.8 5.8
Screen
Range of screen Fixed Type Fixed Type
Screen diagonal 3 inch 2.7 inch
Screen resolution 460 thousand dot 230 thousand dot
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch screen
Screen tech TFT Color LCD Clear Photo TFT LCD
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder type None None
Features
Min shutter speed 4s 2s
Max shutter speed 1/2000s 1/1600s
Continuous shutter speed 2.0 frames/s 1.0 frames/s
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Manually set exposure
Change WB
Image stabilization
Built-in flash
Flash range 15.00 m 3.00 m
Flash settings Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Fill-in Auto, On, Off, Slow Sync
External flash
Auto exposure bracketing
White balance bracketing
Exposure
Multisegment metering
Average metering
Spot metering
Partial metering
AF area metering
Center weighted metering
Video features
Supported video resolutions 1920 x 1080 (30 fps), 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30, 120 fps), 320 x 180 (30, 240 fps) 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps)
Highest video resolution 1920x1080 1280x720
Video data format MPEG-4, H.264 Motion JPEG
Microphone input
Headphone input
Connectivity
Wireless None Eye-Fi Connected
Bluetooth
NFC
HDMI
USB USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec)
GPS None None
Physical
Environment seal
Water proof
Dust proof
Shock proof
Crush proof
Freeze proof
Weight 485g (1.07 lb) 116g (0.26 lb)
Physical dimensions 117 x 78 x 93mm (4.6" x 3.1" x 3.7") 98 x 56 x 20mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 0.8")
DXO scores
DXO Overall score not tested not tested
DXO Color Depth score not tested not tested
DXO Dynamic range score not tested not tested
DXO Low light score not tested not tested
Other
Battery life - 220 photos
Form of battery - Battery Pack
Battery model - NP-BN
Self timer Yes (2 or 12 sec, pet auto shutter) Yes (2 or 10 sec, Portrait 1/2)
Time lapse recording
Storage media SD/SDHC/SDXC SD/SDHC/SDXC, microSD/micro SDHC, Memory Stick Duo/Memory Stick Pro Duo, Memory Stick Pro-HG Duo
Storage slots One One
Launch price $299 $102