Olympus SZ-12 vs Sony WX70

Following is a comprehensive overview of the Olympus SZ-12 versus Sony WX70, one is a Small Sensor Superzoom and the latter is a Small Sensor Compact by competitors Olympus and Sony. The image resolution of the SZ-12 (14MP) and the WX70 (16MP) is pretty close and both cameras provide the same sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The SZ-12 was manufactured at a similar time to the WX70 and they are of a similar generation. Each of the cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before going into a full comparison, here is a short introduction of how the SZ-12 scores vs the WX70 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Following is a preview of the gallery images for Olympus SZ-12 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-WX70. The entire galleries are provided at Olympus SZ-12 Gallery and Sony WX70 Gallery.

When you are aiming to carry around your camera regularly, you need to consider its weight and volume. The Olympus SZ-12 has got outside dimensions of 106mm x 69mm x 40mm (4.2" x 2.7" x 1.6") with a weight of 226 grams (0.50 lbs) while the Sony WX70 has sizing of 92mm x 52mm x 19mm (3.6" x 2.0" x 0.7") accompanied by a weight of 114 grams (0.25 lbs).

Check the Olympus SZ-12 versus Sony WX70 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you are utilising during that time. Here is a front view size comparison of the SZ-12 vs the WX70.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the SZ-12 and WX70 is 89 and 97 respectively.

More often than not, it can be difficult to imagine the difference in sensor sizes only by viewing technical specs. The picture underneath will offer you a clearer sense of the sensor dimensions in the SZ-12 and WX70.

As you can tell, both of the cameras provide the same sensor dimensions albeit different MP. You should expect the Sony WX70 to result in more detail due to its extra 2MP. Higher resolution can also enable you to crop pictures more aggressively.