• 1/2.3 inch 28.1mm2
  • 16.0 megapixels
  • 25.00mm - 525.00mm (35mm eq.)
  • 1/2.3 inch 28.1mm2
  • 16.0 megapixels
  • 24.00mm - 720.00mm (35mm eq.)

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Differences

Olympus SP-620UZ advantages over Canon SX400 IS

  • Less expensive
    $200 vs $250 (MSRP)
    Save money for lenses or accessories
  • HDMI out
    HDMI out vs None
    Use HDMI output to monitor or review video
  • Bulb shutter
    Bulb vs No bulb
    Hold the shutter open manually for long exposures

Canon SX400 IS advantages over Olympus SP-620UZ

  • More telephoto lens reach
    720 mm vs 525 mm
    Capture objects farther away
  • Manual focus
    Yes vs No
    AF is for the weak. Real photographers focus manually.
  • Lighter weight
    313g vs 435g
    Lighter weight
  • Longer exposure
    15 vs 4 sec
    Long exposures for night shots

Similarities

Common Strengths

  • In-Camera Image Stabilization
    Both provide
    Reduces the effects of camera shake at slower shutter speeds
  • Internal flash
    Both provide
    Useful in a pinch for fill flash

Common Weaknesses

  • Focus peaking
    Neither provide
    Your camera will highlight what's in focus
  • Tilt-swivel screen
    Neither provide
    Tilt and swivel the screen for maximum shooting flexibility
  • Eye-level viewfinder
    Neither provide
    You'll be able to frame photos even when the sun is out
  • Touchscreen
    Neither provide
    Interact with your camera just like your smartphone
  • In-camera panoramas
    Neither provide
    Stitches multiple shots into a panoramic photo
  • Tiltable Screen
    Neither provide
    Tilt the screen for shooting flexbility
  • RAW file ability
    Neither provide
    Gives you more flexibility to develop your photos later
  • Built-in Wi-Fi
    Neither provide
    Share your photos wirelessly
  • NFC
    Neither provide
    Simplifies pairing your camera with supported phones
  • Built-in Bluetooth
    Neither provide
    Always-on wireless connectivity
  • Built-in GPS
    Neither provide
    Geotag your photos
  • On-sensor phase detect
    Neither provide
    Usually improves live view and video AF performance
  • Integrated ND filter
    Neither provide
    Shoot in daylight with a large aperture or slow shutter
  • External Mic Jack
    Neither provide
    Improved sound fidelity when shooting video
  • Hot shoe
    Neither provide
    Off-camera flashes open new possibilities
  • Headphone jack
    Neither provide
    Monitor audio recording while you shoot video
  • Slow-motion videos
    Neither provide
    Shoot slow-motion videos

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The Competition

Compared to Fujifilm S2950

Olympus SP-620UZ
Fujifilm S2950
  • $200
  • 1/2.3 inch
  • Wider angle lens
  • Bulb shutter
  • $162
  • 1/2.3 inch
  • Eye-level viewfinder
  • Longer exposure
Canon SX400 IS
Fujifilm S2950
  • $149
  • 1/2.3 inch
  • More telephoto lens reach
  • Manual focus
  • $162
  • 1/2.3 inch
  • Eye-level viewfinder
  • Longer stills battery life

Compared to Olympus SP-720UZ

Olympus SP-620UZ
Olympus SP-720UZ
  • $200
  • 1/2.3 inch
  • $125
  • 1/2.3 inch
  • More telephoto lens reach
  • More dots on screen
Canon SX400 IS
Olympus SP-720UZ
  • $149
  • 1/2.3 inch
  • Manual focus
  • Longer exposure
  • $125
  • 1/2.3 inch
  • HDMI out
  • More dots on screen

Compared to Nikon L810

Olympus SP-620UZ
Nikon L810
  • $200
  • 1/2.3 inch
  • Less expensive
  • Bulb shutter
  • $280
  • 1/2.3 inch
  • More dots on screen
Canon SX400 IS
Nikon L810
  • $149
  • 1/2.3 inch
  • More telephoto lens reach
  • Manual focus
  • $280
  • 1/2.3 inch
  • Longer stills battery life
  • HDMI out

Compared to Canon SX510 HS

Olympus SP-620UZ
Canon SX510 HS
  • $200
  • 1/2.3 inch
  • Less expensive
  • More pixels
  • $199
  • 1/2.3 inch
  • Bigger pixels
  • Built-in Wi-Fi
Canon SX400 IS
Canon SX510 HS
  • $149
  • 1/2.3 inch
  • More pixels
  • $199
  • 1/2.3 inch
  • Bigger pixels
  • Built-in Wi-Fi

Compared to Canon SX410 IS

Olympus SP-620UZ
Canon SX410 IS
  • $200
  • 1/2.3 inch
  • Less expensive
  • HDMI out
  • $199
  • 1/2.3 inch
  • More telephoto lens reach
  • Lighter weight
Canon SX400 IS
Canon SX410 IS
  • $149
  • 1/2.3 inch
  • Manual focus
  • $199
  • 1/2.3 inch
  • More telephoto lens reach
  • More pixels
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