Olympus 1 vs Sony RX10

Here, we will be comparing the Olympus 1 versus Sony RX10, one being a Small Sensor Superzoom and the latter is a Large Sensor Superzoom by companies Olympus and Sony. There exists a big gap among the sensor resolutions of the 1 (12MP) and RX10 (20MP) and the 1 (1/1.7") and RX10 (1") boast different sensor dimensions.

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The 1 was released 3 months before the RX10 which means that they are both of a similar generation. Both cameras feature the same body design (SLR-like (bridge)).

Before going straight to a comprehensive comparison, here is a quick summary of how the 1 matches up vs the RX10 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Following is a preview of the gallery images for Olympus Stylus 1 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-RX10. The complete galleries are provided at Olympus 1 Gallery and Sony RX10 Gallery.

For those who are planning to carry your camera regularly, you will need to factor in its weight and size. The Olympus 1 offers outer measurements of 116mm x 87mm x 57mm (4.6" x 3.4" x 2.2") and a weight of 402 grams (0.89 lbs) whilst the Sony RX10 has specifications of 129mm x 88mm x 102mm (5.1" x 3.5" x 4.0") having a weight of 813 grams (1.79 lbs).

Check out the Olympus 1 versus Sony RX10 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you use at the time. Following is a front view scale comparison of the 1 vs the RX10.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability score of the 1 and RX10 is 79 and 58 respectively.

Normally, it is very difficult to visualize the contrast in sensor sizing just by checking out specifications. The graphic underneath will help provide you a better sense of the sensor measurements in the 1 and RX10.

To sum up, each of the cameras come with different megapixels and different sensor sizing. The 1 due to its smaller sensor is going to make achieving shallow DOF more difficult and the Sony RX10 will provide greater detail as a result of its extra 8MP. Higher resolution will help you crop photographs a good deal more aggressively.