Olympus 550WP vs Sony S2100
94 Imaging
33 Features
17 Overall
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93 Imaging
35 Features
17 Overall
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Olympus 550WP vs Sony S2100 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 10MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.5" Fixed Display
- ISO 64 - 1600
- Digital Image Stabilization
- 640 x 480 video
- 38-114mm (F3.5-5.0) lens
- 167g - 94 x 62 x 22mm
- Launched January 2009
- Alternative Name is mju 550WP
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 3200
- 640 x 480 video
- 33-105mm (F3.1-5.6) lens
- 167g - 98 x 61 x 27mm
- Launched January 2010

Olympus 550WP vs Sony S2100 Overview
Let's examine more closely at the Olympus 550WP versus Sony S2100, both Small Sensor Compact digital cameras by companies Olympus and Sony. The sensor resolution of the 550WP (10MP) and the S2100 (12MP) is very similar and they enjoy the exact same sensor sizes (1/2.3").

The 550WP was launched 12 months earlier than the S2100 so they are of a similar age. Both of the cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).
Before getting in to a step-by-step comparison, below is a short overview of how the 550WP grades against the S2100 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Olympus 550WP vs Sony S2100 Gallery
Here is a sample of the gallery pics for Olympus Stylus 550WP & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-S2100. The complete galleries are available at Olympus 550WP Gallery & Sony S2100 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Olympus 550WP over the Sony S2100
550WP | S2100 |
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Reasons to pick Sony S2100 over the Olympus 550WP
S2100 | 550WP | |||
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Launched | January 2010 | ![]() | January 2009 | Newer by 12 months |
Display dimension | 3" | ![]() | 2.5" | Larger display (+0.5") |
Common features in the Olympus 550WP and Sony S2100
550WP | S2100 | |||
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Manually focus | ![]() | Lack of manual focus | ||
Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Display resolution | 230k | ![]() | 230k | Identical display resolution |
Selfie screen | ![]() | No selfie screen | ||
Touch friendly display | ![]() | No Touch friendly display |
Olympus 550WP vs Sony S2100 Physical Comparison
For anyone who is going to travel with your camera often, you need to factor its weight and dimensions. The Olympus 550WP enjoys outer dimensions of 94mm x 62mm x 22mm (3.7" x 2.4" x 0.9") with a weight of 167 grams (0.37 lbs) whilst the Sony S2100 has dimensions of 98mm x 61mm x 27mm (3.9" x 2.4" x 1.1") accompanied by a weight of 167 grams (0.37 lbs).
Examine the Olympus 550WP versus Sony S2100 in our completely new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Take into consideration, the weight of an ILC will differ depending on the lens you are using during that time. Here is the front view over all size comparison of the 550WP vs the S2100.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the 550WP and S2100 is 94 and 93 respectively.

Olympus 550WP vs Sony S2100 Sensor Comparison
More often than not, it is difficult to see the difference between sensor dimensions just by reading a spec sheet. The image underneath will give you a more clear sense of the sensor sizes in the 550WP and S2100.
As you can see, both of the cameras posses the exact same sensor measurements but not the same MP. You can expect to see the Sony S2100 to offer you more detail utilizing its extra 2 Megapixels. Greater resolution can also enable you to crop pics somewhat more aggressively. The more aged 550WP is going to be behind when it comes to sensor technology.

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Olympus 550WP vs Sony S2100 Specifications
Olympus Stylus 550WP | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-S2100 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | Olympus | Sony |
Model | Olympus Stylus 550WP | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-S2100 |
Otherwise known as | mju 550WP | - |
Category | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Compact |
Launched | 2009-01-07 | 2010-01-07 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Chip | - | Bionz |
Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 6.08 x 4.56mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor area | 27.7mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 10 megapixels | 12 megapixels |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 16:9, 4:3 and 3:2 | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Full resolution | 3648 x 2736 | 4000 x 3000 |
Max native ISO | 1600 | 3200 |
Lowest native ISO | 64 | 100 |
RAW photos | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detect focus | ||
Contract detect focus | ||
Phase detect focus | ||
Number of focus points | - | 9 |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 38-114mm (3.0x) | 33-105mm (3.2x) |
Largest aperture | f/3.5-5.0 | f/3.1-5.6 |
Macro focus range | 7cm | 5cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.9 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Range of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display size | 2.5 inch | 3 inch |
Resolution of display | 230k dot | 230k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch operation | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 4 seconds | 1 seconds |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/1000 seconds | 1/1200 seconds |
Continuous shooting speed | - | 1.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Custom white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash range | - | 3.30 m |
Flash modes | Auto, Fill-in, Red-Eye reduction, Off, On | Auto, On, Off, Slow syncro |
Hot shoe | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 640 x 480 (30, 15 fps), 320 x 240 (30, 15 fps) | 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) |
Max video resolution | 640x480 | 640x480 |
Video file format | Motion JPEG | Motion JPEG |
Microphone input | ||
Headphone input | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 167 grams (0.37 lbs) | 167 grams (0.37 lbs) |
Dimensions | 94 x 62 x 22mm (3.7" x 2.4" x 0.9") | 98 x 61 x 27mm (3.9" x 2.4" x 1.1") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light score | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery model | - | 2 x AA |
Self timer | Yes (12 seconds) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Storage media | xD-Picture Card, microSD, internal | Memory Stick Duo/Pro Duo, optional SD, Internal |
Storage slots | Single | Single |
Retail cost | $399 | $0 |