Olympus SP-100 vs Sony W370

The following is a extended overview of the Olympus SP-100 and Sony W370, one is a Small Sensor Superzoom and the latter is a Small Sensor Compact by rivals Olympus and Sony. The resolution of the SP-100 (16MP) and the W370 (14MP) is pretty well matched and both cameras boast the same sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The SP-100 was unveiled 4 years after the W370 which is quite a large gap as far as tech is concerned. Each of the cameras have different body design with the Olympus SP-100 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Sony W370 being a Compact camera.

Before we go straight to a step-by-step comparison, here is a simple view of how the SP-100 scores against the W370 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Here is a preview of the gallery images for Olympus Stylus SP-100 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W370. The full galleries are viewable at Olympus SP-100 Gallery and Sony W370 Gallery.

In case you're aiming to travel with your camera frequently, you're going to have to take into account its weight and proportions. The Olympus SP-100 enjoys exterior 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) and the Sony W370 has measurements of 100mm x 57mm x 26mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 1.0") and a weight of 179 grams (0.39 lbs).

Look at the Olympus SP-100 and Sony W370 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you are utilizing at that moment. Underneath is a front view proportions comparison of the SP-100 versus the W370.

Considering size and weight, the portability score of the SP-100 and W370 is 63 and 94 respectively.

Generally, it can be hard to see the gap between sensor dimensions merely by checking technical specs. The image below might give you a greater sense of the sensor dimensions in the SP-100 and W370.

As you have seen, both cameras have the same sensor dimensions albeit not the same MP. You should expect the Olympus SP-100 to give you more detail having an extra 2MP. Higher resolution can also allow you to crop photographs a bit more aggressively. The more recent SP-100 will have a benefit with regard to sensor tech.