Olympus 6020 vs Sony HX100V

On this page, we are matching up the Olympus 6020 and Sony HX100V, one being a Waterproof and the other is a Small Sensor Superzoom by competitors Olympus and Sony. The sensor resolution of the 6020 (13MP) and the HX100V (16MP) is fairly well matched and both cameras boast the same sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The 6020 was revealed 20 months before the HX100V making them a generation apart from each other. Both of the cameras have different body design with the Olympus 6020 being a Compact camera and the Sony HX100V being a SLR-like (bridge) camera.

Before diving straight to a full comparison, here is a quick introduction of how the 6020 scores vs the HX100V in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Olympus Stylus Tough 6020 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX100V. The full galleries are available at Olympus 6020 Gallery and Sony HX100V Gallery.

For those who are planning to lug around your camera frequently, you'll need to think about its weight and volume. The Olympus 6020 provides exterior dimensions of 95mm x 62mm x 22mm (3.7" x 2.4" x 0.9") having a weight of 122 grams (0.27 lbs) and the Sony HX100V has sizing of 122mm x 87mm x 93mm (4.8" x 3.4" x 3.7") with a weight of 577 grams (1.27 lbs).

Look at the Olympus 6020 and Sony HX100V in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you are utilising during that time. Underneath is a front view proportions comparison of the 6020 vs the HX100V.

Looking at size and weight, the portability rating of the 6020 and HX100V is 95 and 66 respectively.

Generally, it's difficult to imagine the contrast between sensor measurements purely by checking specs. The photograph underneath should offer you a far better sense of the sensor sizes in the 6020 and HX100V.

As you can plainly see, both the cameras provide the same sensor dimensions but different resolution. You should anticipate the Sony HX100V to resolve more detail because of its extra 3MP. Greater resolution can also help you crop images more aggressively. The older 6020 is going to be disadvantaged with regard to sensor technology.