Olympus SZ-12 vs Sony WX500

Following is a complete assessment of the Olympus SZ-12 and Sony WX500, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras by brands Olympus and Sony. There is a huge difference between the resolutions of the SZ-12 (14MP) and WX500 (18MP) but both cameras boast the identical sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The SZ-12 was revealed 4 years earlier than the WX500 which is quite a significant gap as far as tech is concerned. Both cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before delving right into a more detailed comparison, here is a brief view of how the SZ-12 scores versus the WX500 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Olympus SZ-12 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-WX500. The full galleries are provided at Olympus SZ-12 Gallery and Sony WX500 Gallery.

For those who are intending to carry around your camera, you are going to need to factor its weight and proportions. The Olympus SZ-12 has got external 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) while the Sony WX500 has measurements of 102mm x 58mm x 36mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.4") accompanied by a weight of 236 grams (0.52 lbs).

Check the Olympus SZ-12 and Sony WX500 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you are utilizing at the time. Underneath is a front view measurement comparison of the SZ-12 and the WX500.

Using size and weight, the portability grade of the SZ-12 and WX500 is 89 and 91 respectively.

Generally, it is difficult to picture the gap between sensor sizes simply by checking technical specs. The image below will give you a greater sense of the sensor measurements in the SZ-12 and WX500.

As you have seen, the two cameras come with the identical sensor size but different MP. You should anticipate the Sony WX500 to give greater detail because of its extra 4MP. Greater resolution will also allow you to crop photos a good deal more aggressively. The more aged SZ-12 is going to be behind with regard to sensor tech.