Olympus 550WP vs Sony H20

Here is a detailed analysis of the Olympus 550WP vs Sony H20, both Small Sensor Compact digital cameras by manufacturers Olympus and Sony. The image resolution of the 550WP (10MP) and the H20 (10MP) is pretty similar and they come with the same exact sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The 550WP was unveiled 4 months before the H20 and they are both of a similar generation. The two cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before diving through a in-depth comparison, below is a concise introduction of how the 550WP grades vs the H20 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Below is a preview of the gallery images for Olympus Stylus 550WP and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-H20. The full galleries are provided at Olympus 550WP Gallery and Sony H20 Gallery.

If you are intending to carry your camera often, you will need to factor its weight and volume. The Olympus 550WP has got physical measurements of 94mm x 62mm x 22mm (3.7" x 2.4" x 0.9") along with a weight of 167 grams (0.37 lbs) whilst the Sony H20 has sizing of 107mm x 69mm x 47mm (4.2" x 2.7" x 1.9") and a weight of 250 grams (0.55 lbs).

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Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you have attached at the time. Here is the front view size comparison of the 550WP against the H20.

Considering size and weight, the portability grade of the 550WP and H20 is 94 and 87 respectively.

Oftentimes, it is tough to visualize the contrast between sensor sizing purely by reading specs. The graphic below should provide you a better sense of the sensor measurements in the 550WP and H20.

All in all, both cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing and the same exact resolution and you should expect similar quality of files although you will want to take the release date of the products into consideration.