Olympus SZ-12 vs Sony WX50

Here, we will be comparing the Olympus SZ-12 vs Sony WX50, one is a Small Sensor Superzoom and the latter is a Small Sensor Compact by rivals Olympus and Sony. The image resolution of the SZ-12 (14MP) and the WX50 (16MP) is pretty comparable and both cameras offer the identical sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The SZ-12 was introduced within a month of the WX50 and they are of a similar generation. Each of the cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before we go straight to a in depth comparison, here is a concise overview of how the SZ-12 matches up vs the WX50 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Here is a preview of the gallery images for Olympus SZ-12 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-WX50. The whole galleries are provided at Olympus SZ-12 Gallery and Sony WX50 Gallery.

If you're planning to carry around your camera, you'll have to factor in its weight and proportions. The Olympus SZ-12 features physical measurements of 106mm x 69mm x 40mm (4.2" x 2.7" x 1.6") accompanied by a weight of 226 grams (0.50 lbs) and the Sony WX50 has measurements of 92mm x 52mm x 19mm (3.6" x 2.0" x 0.7") and a weight of 117 grams (0.26 lbs).

Check out the Olympus SZ-12 vs Sony WX50 in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you choose at that moment. The following is a front view scale comparison of the SZ-12 vs the WX50.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the SZ-12 and WX50 is 89 and 96 respectively.

Quite often, its hard to visualize the gap in sensor sizes just by checking out a spec sheet. The pic here might offer you a clearer sense of the sensor measurements in the SZ-12 and WX50.

Clearly, both of those cameras feature the identical sensor size albeit different MP. You should expect the Sony WX50 to show more detail using its extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution will help you crop photographs way more aggressively.