Olympus SZ-12 vs Sony W510

Below, we will be contrasting the Olympus SZ-12 versus Sony W510, one being a Small Sensor Superzoom and the latter is a Ultracompact by companies Olympus and Sony. The sensor resolution of the SZ-12 (14MP) and the W510 (12MP) is relatively close and they come with the exact same sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The SZ-12 was launched 13 months later than the W510 which makes the cameras a generation apart from one another. Both cameras come with different body type with the Olympus SZ-12 being a Compact camera and the Sony W510 being a Ultracompact camera.

Before we go through a full comparison, below is a quick introduction of how the SZ-12 matches up versus the W510 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Below is a preview of the gallery photos for Olympus SZ-12 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W510. The complete galleries are provided at Olympus SZ-12 Gallery and Sony W510 Gallery.

When you are aiming to carry your camera, you'll need to think about its weight and measurements. The Olympus SZ-12 has got physical measurements of 106mm x 69mm x 40mm (4.2" x 2.7" x 1.6") along with a weight of 226 grams (0.50 lbs) whilst the Sony W510 has proportions of 96mm x 54mm x 20mm (3.8" x 2.1" x 0.8") with a weight of 119 grams (0.26 lbs).

Take a look at the Olympus SZ-12 versus Sony W510 in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you select during that time. Here is the front view scale comparison of the SZ-12 versus the W510.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the SZ-12 and W510 is 89 and 96 respectively.

Quite often, it is difficult to envision the difference in sensor sizing just by looking through a spec sheet. The photograph here should offer you a better sense of the sensor sizing in the SZ-12 and W510.

Clearly, the two cameras posses the exact same sensor measurements albeit not the same megapixels. You should count on the Olympus SZ-12 to result in extra detail utilizing its extra 2MP. Higher resolution will allow you to crop pictures somewhat more aggressively. The younger SZ-12 will have a benefit when it comes to sensor technology.