Olympus SP-100 vs Sony WX5

Let's look closer at the Olympus SP-100 versus Sony WX5, former is a Small Sensor Superzoom while the latter is a Small Sensor Compact by manufacturers Olympus and Sony. There exists a considerable gap between the sensor resolutions of the SP-100 (16MP) and WX5 (12MP) but they possess the same exact sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The SP-100 was launched 3 years after the WX5 which is quite a large difference as far as technology is concerned. Each of the cameras offer different body type with the Olympus SP-100 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Sony WX5 being a Compact camera.

Before diving straight into a complete comparison, below is a quick overview of how the SP-100 grades vs the WX5 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

The following is a preview of the gallery photos for Olympus Stylus SP-100 & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-WX5. The complete galleries are viewable at Olympus SP-100 Gallery & Sony WX5 Gallery.

If you are aiming to travel with your camera, you should take into account its weight and volume. The Olympus SP-100 comes with exterior measurements of 122mm x 91mm x 133mm (4.8" x 3.6" x 5.2") having a weight of 594 grams (1.31 lbs) whilst the Sony WX5 has sizing of 92mm x 52mm x 22mm (3.6" x 2.0" x 0.9") having a weight of 146 grams (0.32 lbs).

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Do not forget, the weight of an ILC will vary dependant on the lens you are utilizing at that time. Underneath is the front view proportions comparison of the SP-100 and the WX5.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the SP-100 and WX5 is 63 and 95 respectively.

Normally, it can be difficult to imagine the gap between sensor dimensions merely by going over technical specs. The image below might give you a greater sense of the sensor measurements in the SP-100 and WX5.

As you have seen, both cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing albeit different MP. You can count on the Olympus SP-100 to offer greater detail utilizing its extra 4MP. Higher resolution can also make it easier to crop shots a little more aggressively. The fresher SP-100 provides an edge with regard to sensor innovation.