Olympus SP-100 vs Sony WX10

Below is a comprehensive analysis of the Olympus SP-100 vs Sony WX10, one being a Small Sensor Superzoom and the latter is a Small Sensor Compact by competitors Olympus and Sony. The sensor resolution of the SP-100 (16MP) and the WX10 (16MP) is pretty comparable and both cameras offer the same sensor size (1/2.3").

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The SP-100 was revealed 3 years later than the WX10 and that is a fairly big gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Both of these cameras have different body design with the Olympus SP-100 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Sony WX10 being a Compact camera.

Before diving straight to a in depth comparison, here is a simple summation of how the SP-100 grades versus the WX10 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Below is a preview of the gallery images for Olympus Stylus SP-100 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-WX10. The full galleries are viewable at Olympus SP-100 Gallery and Sony WX10 Gallery.

For anybody who is looking to lug around your camera, you'll have to factor its weight and proportions. The Olympus SP-100 offers exterior 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 WX10 has measurements of 95mm x 54mm x 23mm (3.7" x 2.1" x 0.9") along with a weight of 161 grams (0.35 lbs).

Take a look at the Olympus SP-100 vs Sony WX10 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you have attached at that moment. Here is a front view proportions comparison of the SP-100 versus the WX10.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability score of the SP-100 and WX10 is 63 and 95 respectively.

Sometimes, it is difficult to picture the contrast in sensor measurements just by going through specifications. The photograph below will help provide you a far better sense of the sensor sizing in the SP-100 and WX10.

Plainly, the two cameras provide the same sensor dimensions and the identical MP and you should expect comparable quality of images although you should really factor the production date of the cameras into account. The newer SP-100 provides a benefit when it comes to sensor innovation.