Olympus SZ-10 vs Sony WX50

Here, we will be looking at the Olympus SZ-10 versus Sony WX50, one is a Small Sensor Superzoom and the latter is a Small Sensor Compact by companies Olympus and Sony. The sensor resolution of the SZ-10 (14MP) and the WX50 (16MP) is pretty close and both cameras provide the identical sensor size (1/2.3").

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The SZ-10 was revealed 11 months prior to the WX50 and they are of a similar generation. Each of the cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before diving right into a in-depth comparison, here is a short introduction of how the SZ-10 scores against the WX50 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Below is a preview of the gallery images for Olympus SZ-10 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-WX50. The full galleries are available at Olympus SZ-10 Gallery and Sony WX50 Gallery.

When you are going to travel with your camera regularly, you'll need to take into account its weight and volume. The Olympus SZ-10 offers exterior measurements of 106mm x 67mm x 38mm (4.2" x 2.6" x 1.5") accompanied by a weight of 215 grams (0.47 lbs) while the Sony WX50 has sizing of 92mm x 52mm x 19mm (3.6" x 2.0" x 0.7") along with a weight of 117 grams (0.26 lbs).

Check out the Olympus SZ-10 versus Sony WX50 in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you are using during that time. Below is a front view physical size comparison of the SZ-10 compared to the WX50.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability score of the SZ-10 and WX50 is 90 and 96 respectively.

Sometimes, it's tough to envision the contrast in sensor dimensions simply by researching technical specs. The picture here will help provide you a greater sense of the sensor measurements in the SZ-10 and WX50.

As you can tell, the 2 cameras feature the identical sensor size albeit not the same MP. You should expect the Sony WX50 to provide you with more detail because of its extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also help you crop photographs way more aggressively. The more aged SZ-10 will be disadvantaged with regard to sensor tech.