Olympus SZ-10 vs Sony QX1

Here is a thorough analysis of the Olympus SZ-10 versus Sony QX1, one being a Small Sensor Superzoom and the other is a Lens-style by rivals Olympus and Sony. There is a significant difference among the sensor resolutions of the SZ-10 (14MP) and QX1 (20MP) and the SZ-10 (1/2.3") and QX1 (APS-C) use totally different sensor size.

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The SZ-10 was manufactured 4 years earlier than the QX1 and that is a fairly sizable gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Each of the cameras come with different body type with the Olympus SZ-10 being a Compact camera and the Sony QX1 being a Lens-style camera.

Before we go straight into a in depth comparison, below is a concise overview of how the SZ-10 grades versus the QX1 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

This is a sample of the gallery pictures for Olympus SZ-10 and Sony Alpha QX1. The entire galleries are viewable at Olympus SZ-10 Gallery and Sony QX1 Gallery.

For anyone who is aiming to carry your camera frequently, you should factor in its weight and measurements. The Olympus SZ-10 enjoys outside dimensions of 106mm x 67mm x 38mm (4.2" x 2.6" x 1.5") with a weight of 215 grams (0.47 lbs) whilst the Sony QX1 has proportions of 74mm x 70mm x 53mm (2.9" x 2.8" x 2.1") accompanied by a weight of 216 grams (0.48 lbs).

Examine the Olympus SZ-10 versus Sony QX1 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you have at that time. Underneath is the front view over all size comparison of the SZ-10 vs the QX1.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability grade of the SZ-10 and QX1 is 90 and 90 respectively.

Often, it is very hard to visualise the contrast in sensor sizing just by viewing specs. The graphic below may provide you a more clear sense of the sensor dimensions in the SZ-10 and QX1.

As you can plainly see, each of the cameras have got different megapixels and different sensor sizing. The SZ-10 due to its smaller sensor will make shooting shallower depth of field trickier and the Sony QX1 will result in greater detail due to its extra 6 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also let you crop photos much more aggressively. The older SZ-10 will be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor innovation.