Olympus E-520 vs Sony HX100V

Here is a in-depth comparison of the Olympus E-520 versus Sony HX100V, former being a Entry-Level DSLR while the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom by brands Olympus and Sony. There is a substantial difference among the image resolutions of the E-520 (10MP) and HX100V (16MP) and the E-520 (Four Thirds) and HX100V (1/2.3") have totally different sensor size.

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The E-520 was announced 4 years prior to the HX100V and that is a fairly big difference as far as camera tech is concerned. The two cameras have different body design with the Olympus E-520 being a Compact SLR camera and the Sony HX100V being a SLR-like (bridge) camera.

Before delving into a full comparison, here is a quick summation of how the E-520 scores against the HX100V in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Following is a preview of the gallery photos for Olympus E-520 & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX100V. The whole galleries are provided at Olympus E-520 Gallery & Sony HX100V Gallery.

If you are looking to carry your camera regularly, you will need to think about its weight and proportions. The Olympus E-520 has got outside measurements of 136mm x 92mm x 68mm (5.4" x 3.6" x 2.7") with a weight of 552 grams (1.22 lbs) whilst the Sony HX100V has measurements of 122mm x 87mm x 93mm (4.8" x 3.4" x 3.7") and a weight of 577 grams (1.27 lbs).

Analyze the Olympus E-520 versus Sony HX100V in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember that, the weight of an ILC will change dependant on the lens you select at the time. Following is a front view proportions comparison of the E-520 vs the HX100V.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability grade of the E-520 and HX100V is 68 and 66 respectively.

Often, it's tough to envision the contrast in sensor sizing just by looking through technical specs. The graphic below will provide you a far better sense of the sensor sizing in the E-520 and HX100V.

As you have seen, each of these cameras provide different resolutions and different sensor sizing. The E-520 with its bigger sensor will make getting bokeh easier and the Sony HX100V will render extra detail with its extra 6 Megapixels. Higher resolution will let you crop shots more aggressively. The older E-520 will be behind when it comes to sensor innovation.