Olympus SP-100 vs Sony HX50V

The following is a extensive comparison of the Olympus SP-100 versus Sony HX50V, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras by competitors Olympus and Sony. The resolution of the SP-100 (16MP) and the HX50V (20MP) is relatively close and they enjoy the same exact sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The SP-100 was introduced 10 months after the HX50V and they are of a similar generation. Both the cameras offer different body type with the Olympus SP-100 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Sony HX50V being a Compact camera.

Before delving through a complete comparison, below is a short overview of how the SP-100 grades vs the HX50V with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Following is a preview of the gallery photos for Olympus Stylus SP-100 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX50V. The whole galleries are provided at Olympus SP-100 Gallery and Sony HX50V Gallery.

For anyone who is going to travel with your camera regularly, you will have to factor its weight and dimensions. The Olympus SP-100 features external measurements of 122mm x 91mm x 133mm (4.8" x 3.6" x 5.2") having a weight of 594 grams (1.31 lbs) whilst the Sony HX50V has dimensions of 108mm x 64mm x 38mm (4.3" x 2.5" x 1.5") and a weight of 272 grams (0.60 lbs).

Examine the Olympus SP-100 versus Sony HX50V in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you are utilising at the time. Here is the front view measurement comparison of the SP-100 compared to the HX50V.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the SP-100 and HX50V is 63 and 89 respectively.

Quite often, it can be difficult to visualize the difference in sensor dimensions just by researching specifications. The pic here should give you a much better sense of the sensor measurements in the SP-100 and HX50V.

Plainly, the 2 cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing albeit different MP. You should count on the Sony HX50V to provide you with extra detail using its extra 4MP. Higher resolution can also allow you to crop pictures far more aggressively. The more modern SP-100 should have an advantage when it comes to sensor technology.