Olympus SZ-10 vs Sony W530

In this article, we will be looking at the Olympus SZ-10 and Sony W530, one being a Small Sensor Superzoom and the latter is a Ultracompact by competitors Olympus and Sony. The sensor resolution of the SZ-10 (14MP) and the W530 (14MP) is relatively close and they enjoy the same exact sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The SZ-10 was announced 2 months later than the W530 which means that they are both of a similar generation. Both the cameras offer different body type with the Olympus SZ-10 being a Compact camera and the Sony W530 being a Ultracompact camera.

Before getting through a in-depth comparison, below is a quick synopsis of how the SZ-10 matches up against the W530 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Here is a preview of the gallery photos for Olympus SZ-10 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W530. The whole galleries are available at Olympus SZ-10 Gallery and Sony W530 Gallery.

When you are planning to lug around your camera, you will have to consider its weight and volume. The Olympus SZ-10 enjoys outer dimensions of 106mm x 67mm x 38mm (4.2" x 2.6" x 1.5") and a weight of 215 grams (0.47 lbs) and the Sony W530 has sizing of 93mm x 53mm x 19mm (3.7" x 2.1" x 0.7") and a weight of 113 grams (0.25 lbs).

Compare the Olympus SZ-10 and Sony W530 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you have chosen during that time. The following is the front view size comparison of the SZ-10 versus the W530.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the SZ-10 and W530 is 90 and 96 respectively.

Typically, it is hard to visualize the gap in sensor measurements merely by researching a spec sheet. The visual below might offer you a better sense of the sensor sizes in the SZ-10 and W530.

Clearly, both of those cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing and the identical MP therefore you should expect comparable quality of files but you will want to consider the production date of the cameras into account.