Olympus SP-100 vs Sony TX55

Following is a in-depth analysis of the Olympus SP-100 and Sony TX55, one is a Small Sensor Superzoom and the latter is a Ultracompact by companies Olympus and Sony. The sensor resolution of the SP-100 (16MP) and the TX55 (16MP) is relatively similar and both cameras provide the same sensor size (1/2.3").

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The SP-100 was released 2 years after the TX55 which is quite a sizable gap as far as tech is concerned. Both of the cameras have different body design with the Olympus SP-100 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Sony TX55 being a Ultracompact camera.

Before diving right into a more detailed comparison, here is a quick synopsis of how the SP-100 matches up against the TX55 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Following is a preview of the gallery photos for Olympus Stylus SP-100 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-TX55. The complete galleries are provided at Olympus SP-100 Gallery and Sony TX55 Gallery.

For anybody who is intending to carry around your camera, you are going to need to take into account its weight and dimensions. The Olympus SP-100 features outside measurements 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 TX55 has dimensions of 93mm x 54mm x 13mm (3.7" x 2.1" x 0.5") accompanied by a weight of 109 grams (0.24 lbs).

Look at the Olympus SP-100 and Sony TX55 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you are working with at that moment. Below is a front view proportions comparison of the SP-100 versus the TX55.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability score of the SP-100 and TX55 is 63 and 97 respectively.

Usually, it can be hard to visualise the gap between sensor sizes merely by reviewing a spec sheet. The picture here will offer you a stronger sense of the sensor measurements in the SP-100 and TX55.

Clearly, the 2 cameras provide the same sensor dimensions and the exact same megapixels therefore you should expect similar quality of files though you may want to factor the production date of the products into consideration. The more recent SP-100 is going to have an advantage when it comes to sensor innovation.