Olympus SP-100 vs Sony TX100V

Below, we are analyzing the Olympus SP-100 and Sony TX100V, former is a Small Sensor Superzoom while the other is a Ultracompact by rivals Olympus and Sony. The resolution of the SP-100 (16MP) and the TX100V (16MP) is very well matched and they use the exact same sensor size (1/2.3").

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The SP-100 was released 3 years after the TX100V which is quite a serious difference as far as tech is concerned. Each of the cameras come with different body type with the Olympus SP-100 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Sony TX100V being a Ultracompact camera.

Before we go in to a comprehensive comparison, below is a short summary of how the SP-100 matches up versus the TX100V in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

This is a sample of the gallery pics for Olympus Stylus SP-100 & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-TX100V. The complete galleries are available at Olympus SP-100 Gallery & Sony TX100V Gallery.

If you are looking to travel with your camera often, you will want to take into account its weight and proportions. The Olympus SP-100 has got external dimensions of 122mm x 91mm x 133mm (4.8" x 3.6" x 5.2") along with a weight of 594 grams (1.31 lbs) whilst the Sony TX100V has measurements of 97mm x 59mm x 18mm (3.8" x 2.3" x 0.7") along with a weight of 147 grams (0.32 lbs).

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Keep in mind, the weight of an ILC will vary depending on the lens you are employing at that time. The following is the front view dimension comparison of the SP-100 and the TX100V.

Using size and weight, the portability grade of the SP-100 and TX100V is 63 and 95 respectively.

Generally, it's difficult to visualize the difference between sensor dimensions just by reading through specs. The picture here will help offer you a greater sense of the sensor sizes in the SP-100 and TX100V.

As you can plainly see, each of these cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements and the exact same megapixels therefore you can expect similar quality of photographs though you should really factor the age of the products into consideration. The more modern SP-100 should have a benefit with regard to sensor innovation.