Olympus SZ-12 vs Sony HX10V

The following is a detailed assessment of the Olympus SZ-12 versus Sony HX10V, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras by competitors Olympus and Sony. There exists a huge gap among the sensor resolutions of the SZ-12 (14MP) and HX10V (18MP) but both cameras have the same sensor size (1/2.3").

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The SZ-12 was unveiled at a similar time to the HX10V which means that they are of a similar generation. Both the cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before delving straight to a in-depth comparison, here is a quick summation of how the SZ-12 grades vs the HX10V when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Below is a preview of the gallery photos for Olympus SZ-12 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX10V. The full galleries are provided at Olympus SZ-12 Gallery and Sony HX10V Gallery.

If you're looking to travel with your camera, you are going to need to take into account its weight and dimensions. The Olympus SZ-12 offers physical measurements of 106mm x 69mm x 40mm (4.2" x 2.7" x 1.6") and a weight of 226 grams (0.50 lbs) while the Sony HX10V has dimensions of 105mm x 60mm x 34mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.3") having a weight of 234 grams (0.52 lbs).

Take a look at the Olympus SZ-12 versus Sony HX10V in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you are employing at that moment. Below is a front view scale comparison of the SZ-12 vs the HX10V.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the SZ-12 and HX10V is 89 and 91 respectively.

Normally, it can be difficult to visualize the difference in sensor dimensions purely by going through specifications. The picture here should provide you a far better sense of the sensor measurements in the SZ-12 and HX10V.

Plainly, both of these cameras provide the same sensor dimensions albeit different MP. You should count on the Sony HX10V to produce greater detail having an extra 4MP. Higher resolution can also let you crop shots more aggressively.