Olympus SZ-12 vs Sony RX100 II
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Olympus SZ-12 vs Sony RX100 II Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 1600
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 25-600mm (F3.0-6.9) lens
- 226g - 106 x 69 x 40mm
- Launched January 2012
(Full Review)
- 20MP - 1" Sensor
- 3" Tilting Screen
- ISO 160 - 12800 (Boost to 25600)
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 28-100mm (F1.8-4.9) lens
- 281g - 102 x 58 x 38mm
- Announced June 2013
- Earlier Model is Sony RX100
- Refreshed by Sony RX100 III
Olympus SZ-12 vs Sony RX100 II Overview
Here, we will be contrasting the Olympus SZ-12 and Sony RX100 II, former being a Small Sensor Superzoom while the latter is a Large Sensor Compact by rivals Olympus and Sony. There is a substantial difference between the resolutions of the SZ-12 (14MP) and RX100 II (20MP) and the SZ-12 (1/2.3") and RX100 II (1") offer different sensor dimensions.
Apple Innovates by Creating Next-Level Optical Stabilization for iPhoneThe SZ-12 was announced 17 months earlier than the RX100 II which makes them a generation apart from each other. Each of these cameras feature different body design with the Olympus SZ-12 being a Compact camera and the Sony RX100 II being a Large Sensor Compact camera.
Before going into a in-depth comparison, here is a quick summary of how the SZ-12 matches up against the RX100 II with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.
Olympus SZ-12 vs Sony RX100 II Gallery
This is a preview of the gallery photos for Olympus SZ-12 & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-RX100 II. The whole galleries are viewable at Olympus SZ-12 Gallery & Sony RX100 II Gallery.
Reasons to pick Olympus SZ-12 over the Sony RX100 II
SZ-12 | RX100 II |
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Reasons to pick Sony RX100 II over the Olympus SZ-12
RX100 II | SZ-12 | |||
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Announced | June 2013 | January 2012 | More recent by 17 months | |
Focus manually | Dial precise focus | |||
Screen type | Tilting | Fixed | Tilting screen | |
Screen resolution | 1229k | 460k | Sharper screen (+769k dot) |
Common features in the Olympus SZ-12 and Sony RX100 II
SZ-12 | RX100 II | |||
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Screen size | 3" | 3" | Same screen sizing | |
Selfie screen | Missing selfie screen | |||
Touch screen | Missing Touch screen |
Olympus SZ-12 vs Sony RX100 II Physical Comparison
If you're looking to lug around your camera frequently, you'll need to consider its weight and dimensions. The Olympus SZ-12 provides external 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 RX100 II has dimensions of 102mm x 58mm x 38mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.5") with a weight of 281 grams (0.62 lbs).
Examine the Olympus SZ-12 and Sony RX100 II in our completely new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.Do not forget, the weight of an ILC will differ dependant on the lens you are utilising at that moment. Following is a front view physical size comparison of the SZ-12 versus the RX100 II.
Factoring in size and weight, the portability rating of the SZ-12 and RX100 II is 89 and 89 respectively.
Olympus SZ-12 vs Sony RX100 II Sensor Comparison
In many cases, it is hard to imagine the difference between sensor measurements just by reading through technical specs. The graphic below should offer you a more clear sense of the sensor measurements in the SZ-12 and RX100 II.
As you have seen, each of the cameras feature different megapixels and different sensor measurements. The SZ-12 having a tinier sensor is going to make shooting bokeh more difficult and the Sony RX100 II will give you extra detail with its extra 6MP. Higher resolution will allow you to crop shots way more aggressively. The older SZ-12 is going to be disadvantaged with regard to sensor innovation.
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Olympus SZ-12 vs Sony RX100 II Specifications
Olympus SZ-12 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-RX100 II | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | Olympus | Sony |
Model type | Olympus SZ-12 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-RX100 II |
Category | Small Sensor Superzoom | Large Sensor Compact |
Launched | 2012-01-10 | 2013-06-27 |
Physical type | Compact | Large Sensor Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | CCD | CMOS |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1" |
Sensor dimensions | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 13.2 x 8.8mm |
Sensor area | 28.1mm² | 116.2mm² |
Sensor resolution | 14 megapixels | 20 megapixels |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | - | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Highest Possible resolution | 4288 x 3216 | 5472 x 3648 |
Maximum native ISO | 1600 | 12800 |
Maximum enhanced ISO | - | 25600 |
Minimum native ISO | 80 | 160 |
RAW files | ||
Minimum enhanced ISO | - | 100 |
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch to focus | ||
AF continuous | ||
Single AF | ||
Tracking AF | ||
Selective AF | ||
AF center weighted | ||
Multi area AF | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detect AF | ||
Contract detect AF | ||
Phase detect AF | ||
Total focus points | - | 25 |
Cross type focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens support | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 25-600mm (24.0x) | 28-100mm (3.6x) |
Highest aperture | f/3.0-6.9 | f/1.8-4.9 |
Macro focusing distance | - | 5cm |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 2.7 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Tilting |
Display size | 3 inch | 3 inch |
Resolution of display | 460k dots | 1,229k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch function | ||
Display technology | TFT Color LCD | Xtra Fine WhiteMagic TFT LCD |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | Electronic (optional) |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 4s | 30s |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/1700s | 1/2000s |
Continuous shutter rate | 1.0 frames/s | 10.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual mode | ||
Exposure compensation | - | Yes |
Custom WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash distance | - | 15.00 m (ISO Auto (W)) |
Flash settings | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Fill-in | Auto, On, Off, Slow Sync |
External flash | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Fastest flash synchronize | - | 1/2000s |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 180 (30fps) | 1920 x 1080 (60 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) |
Maximum video resolution | 1280x720 | 1920x1080 |
Video data format | MPEG-4, H.264 | MPEG-4, AVCHD |
Mic port | ||
Headphone port | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | Built-In |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environment sealing | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 226g (0.50 lb) | 281g (0.62 lb) |
Physical dimensions | 106 x 69 x 40mm (4.2" x 2.7" x 1.6") | 102 x 58 x 38mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.5") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall rating | not tested | 67 |
DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | 22.5 |
DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | 12.4 |
DXO Low light rating | not tested | 483 |
Other | ||
Battery life | 220 images | 350 images |
Battery type | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | LI-50B | NP-BX1 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 12 sec, pet auto shutter) | Yes (10 sec. / 2 sec. / Self-portrait One-person/ Self-portrait Two-person/ Self timer Continuous (3 or 5 shots)) |
Time lapse feature | With downloadable app | |
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Memory Stick Duo/Pro Duo/Pro-HG Duo |
Card slots | 1 | 1 |
Retail price | $350 | $598 |