Olympus SP-610UZ vs Sony WX150
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Olympus SP-610UZ vs Sony WX150 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 3200
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 28-616mm (F3.3-5.7) lens
- 405g - 107 x 73 x 73mm
- Revealed January 2011
- Previous Model is Olympus SP-600 UZ
- Newer Model is Olympus SP-620 UZ
(Full Review)
- 18MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 12800
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 25-250mm (F3.3-5.9) lens
- 133g - 95 x 56 x 22mm
- Launched February 2012
Olympus SP-610UZ vs Sony WX150 Overview
Following is a thorough assessment of the Olympus SP-610UZ and Sony WX150, one is a Small Sensor Superzoom and the latter is a Small Sensor Compact by companies Olympus and Sony. There is a big difference among the resolutions of the SP-610UZ (14MP) and WX150 (18MP) but both cameras provide the same sensor measurements (1/2.3").
Photography GlossaryThe SP-610UZ was launched 13 months prior to the WX150 which makes them a generation away from each other. Both of these cameras have the same body design (Compact).
Before getting straight to a comprehensive comparison, here is a simple view of how the SP-610UZ matches up against the WX150 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.
Olympus SP-610UZ vs Sony WX150 Gallery
The following is a preview of the gallery photos for Olympus SP-610UZ and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-WX150. The complete galleries are provided at Olympus SP-610UZ Gallery and Sony WX150 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Olympus SP-610UZ over the Sony WX150
SP-610UZ | WX150 |
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Reasons to pick Sony WX150 over the Olympus SP-610UZ
WX150 | SP-610UZ | |||
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Launched | February 2012 | January 2011 | More modern by 13 months | |
Screen resolution | 461k | 230k | Crisper screen (+231k dot) |
Common features in the Olympus SP-610UZ and Sony WX150
SP-610UZ | WX150 | |||
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Manual focus | Lack of manual focus | |||
Screen type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed screen | |
Screen dimensions | 3" | 3" | Equal screen measurements | |
Selfie screen | Absent selfie screen | |||
Touch friendly screen | Neither comes with Touch friendly screen |
Olympus SP-610UZ vs Sony WX150 Physical Comparison
If you are intending to carry around your camera often, you'll need to think about its weight and size. The Olympus SP-610UZ comes with 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) while the Sony WX150 has specifications of 95mm x 56mm x 22mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.9") along with a weight of 133 grams (0.29 lbs).
Compare the Olympus SP-610UZ and Sony WX150 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you choose at that moment. Here is a front view scale comparison of the SP-610UZ against the WX150.
Using size and weight, the portability score of the SP-610UZ and WX150 is 79 and 95 respectively.
Olympus SP-610UZ vs Sony WX150 Sensor Comparison
Oftentimes, it's difficult to visualise the gap in sensor sizes only by researching specs. The pic underneath will help give you a more clear sense of the sensor sizes in the SP-610UZ and WX150.
All in all, the 2 cameras have the same sensor dimensions albeit not the same MP. You should count on the Sony WX150 to result in greater detail utilizing its extra 4 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also help you crop shots a bit more aggressively. The more aged SP-610UZ will be behind with regard to sensor technology.
Olympus SP-610UZ vs Sony WX150 Screen and ViewFinder
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Olympus SP-610UZ vs Sony WX150 Specifications
Olympus SP-610UZ | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-WX150 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | Olympus | Sony |
Model | Olympus SP-610UZ | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-WX150 |
Class | Small Sensor Superzoom | Small Sensor Compact |
Revealed | 2011-01-06 | 2012-02-28 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor Chip | TruePic III | BIONZ |
Sensor type | CCD | BSI-CMOS |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 14MP | 18MP |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Maximum resolution | 4288 x 3216 | 4896 x 3672 |
Maximum native ISO | 3200 | 12800 |
Minimum native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW files | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Touch focus | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detect autofocus | ||
Contract detect autofocus | ||
Phase detect autofocus | ||
Number of focus points | 11 | 9 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 28-616mm (22.0x) | 25-250mm (10.0x) |
Highest aperture | f/3.3-5.7 | f/3.3-5.9 |
Macro focus distance | 1cm | 5cm |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display diagonal | 3 inch | 3 inch |
Display resolution | 230k dot | 461k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch function | ||
Display technology | TFT Color LCD | ClearPhoto TFT LCD display |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 4 seconds | 30 seconds |
Highest shutter speed | 1/2000 seconds | 1/1600 seconds |
Continuous shooting speed | 1.0 frames per sec | 10.0 frames per sec |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | - | Yes |
Custom white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash range | 6.30 m | 3.70 m |
Flash settings | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Fill-in | Auto, On, Off, Slow Sync |
Hot shoe | ||
AE bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 180 (30fps) | 1920 x 1080 (60 fps), 1440 x 1080 (30 fps), 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) |
Maximum video resolution | 1280x720 | 1920x1080 |
Video data format | Motion JPEG | MPEG-4, AVCHD |
Mic input | ||
Headphone input | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Eye-Fi Connected | 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 | 405g (0.89 lb) | 133g (0.29 lb) |
Physical dimensions | 107 x 73 x 73mm (4.2" x 2.9" x 2.9") | 95 x 56 x 22mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.9") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around 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 | 340 images | 240 images |
Battery format | AA | Battery Pack |
Battery model | 4 x AA | NP-BN |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 12 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Portrait 1/2) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Storage media | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Memory Stick Duo/Pro Duo/Pro-HG Duo |
Storage slots | One | One |
Pricing at launch | $299 | $300 |