Olympus 550WP vs Sony A200

In this article, we are comparing the Olympus 550WP versus Sony A200, one being a Small Sensor Compact and the other is a Entry-Level DSLR by rivals Olympus and Sony. The image resolution of the 550WP (10MP) and the A200 (10MP) is very close but the 550WP (1/2.3") and A200 (APS-C) possess different sensor size.

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The 550WP was unveiled 6 months later than the A200 and they are both of a similar generation. Each of these cameras offer different body type with the Olympus 550WP being a Compact camera and the Sony A200 being a Compact SLR camera.

Before delving straight into a more detailed comparison, below is a brief summary of how the 550WP grades vs the A200 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Here is a sample of the gallery pics for Olympus Stylus 550WP and Sony Alpha DSLR-A200. The full galleries are viewable at Olympus 550WP Gallery and Sony A200 Gallery.

For anyone who is aiming to lug around your camera regularly, you should factor in its weight and volume. The Olympus 550WP features physical measurements of 94mm x 62mm x 22mm (3.7" x 2.4" x 0.9") accompanied by a weight of 167 grams (0.37 lbs) while the Sony A200 has sizing of 131mm x 99mm x 71mm (5.2" x 3.9" x 2.8") along with a weight of 572 grams (1.26 lbs).

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Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you are using at that time. The following is the front view proportions comparison of the 550WP vs the A200.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the 550WP and A200 is 94 and 66 respectively.

Sometimes, it can be tough to imagine the gap in sensor measurements purely by researching specs. The graphic underneath will help give you a much better sense of the sensor measurements in the 550WP and A200.

All in all, both of these cameras offer the same exact megapixels but different sensor measurements. The 550WP includes the smaller sensor which is going to make achieving bokeh more difficult.