Olympus SP-100 vs Sony HX9V

Following is a in-depth overview of the Olympus SP-100 versus Sony HX9V, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras by companies Olympus and Sony. The resolution of the SP-100 (16MP) and the HX9V (16MP) is pretty well matched and they come with the same exact sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The SP-100 was launched 2 years after the HX9V which is quite a sizable difference as far as tech is concerned. Both of the cameras offer different body type with the Olympus SP-100 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Sony HX9V being a Compact camera.

Before delving straight into a comprehensive comparison, below is a brief introduction of how the SP-100 grades vs the HX9V in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Here is a preview of the gallery images for Olympus Stylus SP-100 & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX9V. The complete galleries are provided at Olympus SP-100 Gallery & Sony HX9V Gallery.

For those who are going to carry around your camera often, you need to take into account its weight and size. The Olympus SP-100 comes with exterior dimensions of 122mm x 91mm x 133mm (4.8" x 3.6" x 5.2") and a weight of 594 grams (1.31 lbs) while the Sony HX9V has specifications of 105mm x 59mm x 34mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.3") having a weight of 245 grams (0.54 lbs).

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Do not forget, the weight of an ILC will differ dependant on the lens you use at that time. Below is the front view over all size comparison of the SP-100 versus the HX9V.

Looking at size and weight, the portability grade of the SP-100 and HX9V is 63 and 91 respectively.

In many cases, it is tough to envision the contrast between sensor sizes merely by looking at a spec sheet. The picture here should provide you a far better sense of the sensor dimensions in the SP-100 and HX9V.

As you can see, both of those cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing and the same exact resolution therefore you can expect similar quality of photographs though you should really factor the age of the products into consideration. The younger SP-100 is going to have an advantage when it comes to sensor technology.