Olympus SZ-10 vs Sony W330

Here, we will be comparing the Olympus SZ-10 versus Sony W330, one being a Small Sensor Superzoom and the latter is a Ultracompact by brands Olympus and Sony. The sensor resolution of the SZ-10 (14MP) and the W330 (14MP) is pretty similar and both cameras have the identical sensor sizes (1/2.3").

Photobucket discusses licensing 13 billion images with AI firms

The SZ-10 was unveiled 14 months later than the W330 which makes them a generation apart from each other. Both of the cameras feature different body design with the Olympus SZ-10 being a Compact camera and the Sony W330 being a Ultracompact camera.

Before going straight to a more detailed comparison, here is a quick view of how the SZ-10 grades against the W330 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

The following is a preview of the gallery images for Olympus SZ-10 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W330. The full galleries are viewable at Olympus SZ-10 Gallery and Sony W330 Gallery.

If you're intending to lug around your camera often, you will want to think about its weight and dimensions. The Olympus SZ-10 features external dimensions of 106mm x 67mm x 38mm (4.2" x 2.6" x 1.5") and a weight of 215 grams (0.47 lbs) while the Sony W330 has dimensions of 96mm x 57mm x 17mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 0.7") with a weight of 128 grams (0.28 lbs).

See the Olympus SZ-10 versus Sony W330 in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you choose during that time. The following is a front view proportions comparison of the SZ-10 versus the W330.

Considering size and weight, the portability grade of the SZ-10 and W330 is 90 and 96 respectively.

Oftentimes, it is hard to picture the contrast between sensor measurements only by going over specifications. The visual here might provide you a better sense of the sensor sizes in the SZ-10 and W330.

To sum up, the 2 cameras come with the identical sensor size and the same exact resolution therefore you should expect similar quality of files although you need to take the release date of the products into consideration. The more recent SZ-10 should have a benefit in sensor innovation.