Olympus SP-610UZ vs Sony RX100 VII

Following is a in depth overview of the Olympus SP-610UZ versus Sony RX100 VII, one is a Small Sensor Superzoom and the latter is a Large Sensor Compact by brands Olympus and Sony. There exists a huge gap among the sensor resolutions of the SP-610UZ (14MP) and RX100 VII (20MP) and the SP-610UZ (1/2.3") and RX100 VII (1") feature totally different sensor sizes.

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The SP-610UZ was introduced 9 years before the RX100 VII which is a fairly significant gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Both of these cameras offer different body type with the Olympus SP-610UZ being a Compact camera and the Sony RX100 VII being a Large Sensor Compact camera.

Before going in to a in depth comparison, below is a short introduction of how the SP-610UZ grades versus the RX100 VII in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

This is a preview of the gallery images for Olympus SP-610UZ and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-RX100 VII. The whole galleries are provided at Olympus SP-610UZ Gallery and Sony RX100 VII Gallery.

If you are looking to carry around your camera frequently, you will want to think about its weight and measurements. The Olympus SP-610UZ offers physical dimensions of 107mm x 73mm x 73mm (4.2" x 2.9" x 2.9") having a weight of 405 grams (0.89 lbs) and the Sony RX100 VII has proportions of 102mm x 58mm x 43mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.7") accompanied by a weight of 302 grams (0.67 lbs).

Take a look at the Olympus SP-610UZ versus Sony RX100 VII in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you use during that time. Following is the front view over all size comparison of the SP-610UZ and the RX100 VII.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability score of the SP-610UZ and RX100 VII is 79 and 88 respectively.

Sometimes, its difficult to visualise the difference in sensor sizes only by viewing technical specs. The pic below may provide you a clearer sense of the sensor sizes in the SP-610UZ and RX100 VII.

As you can tell, the 2 cameras offer different resolutions and different sensor sizes. The SP-610UZ having a smaller sensor will make achieving bokeh more difficult and the Sony RX100 VII will provide you with extra detail using its extra 6 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also let you crop photographs a little more aggressively. The more aged SP-610UZ will be disadvantaged with regard to sensor innovation.