Olympus SP-100 vs Sony W550

Lets look a bit more in depth at the Olympus SP-100 versus Sony W550, one is a Small Sensor Superzoom and the latter is a Ultracompact by rivals Olympus and Sony. The sensor resolution of the SP-100 (16MP) and the W550 (14MP) is relatively close and they enjoy the same exact sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The SP-100 was brought out 2 years after the W550 which is a fairly large gap as far as camera technology is concerned. The two cameras offer different body type with the Olympus SP-100 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Sony W550 being a Ultracompact camera.

Before diving in to a complete comparison, below is a simple summary of how the SP-100 grades vs the W550 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

The following is a preview of the gallery photos for Olympus Stylus SP-100 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W550. The entire galleries are available at Olympus SP-100 Gallery and Sony W550 Gallery.

For anyone who is going to travel with your camera, you need to take into account its weight and dimensions. The Olympus SP-100 comes with exterior measurements of 122mm x 91mm x 133mm (4.8" x 3.6" x 5.2") along with a weight of 594 grams (1.31 lbs) while the Sony W550 has dimensions of 94mm x 56mm x 19mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.7") along with a weight of 110 grams (0.24 lbs).

Examine the Olympus SP-100 versus Sony W550 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you are utilizing during that time. Following is the front view size comparison of the SP-100 against the W550.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the SP-100 and W550 is 63 and 96 respectively.

Typically, it is very difficult to envision the contrast in sensor dimensions just by researching specifications. The image below should provide you a better sense of the sensor measurements in the SP-100 and W550.

Plainly, each of these cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing albeit not the same MP. You should count on the Olympus SP-100 to provide you with extra detail having its extra 2MP. Higher resolution can also let you crop photographs far more aggressively. The newer SP-100 is going to have a benefit with regard to sensor tech.