Olympus XZ-10 vs Sony W370

In this write-up, we will be reviewing the Olympus XZ-10 versus Sony W370, both Small Sensor Compact digital cameras by manufacturers Olympus and Sony. The resolution of the XZ-10 (12MP) and the W370 (14MP) is pretty similar and they use the same exact sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The XZ-10 was unveiled 3 years after the W370 which is quite a significant gap as far as technology is concerned. The two cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before going straight into a in-depth comparison, below is a quick highlight of how the XZ-10 matches up vs the W370 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Following is a preview of the gallery images for Olympus Stylus XZ-10 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W370. The full galleries are provided at Olympus XZ-10 Gallery and Sony W370 Gallery.

If you're planning to carry around your camera often, you're going to have to factor its weight and proportions. The Olympus XZ-10 has got outside measurements of 102mm x 61mm x 34mm (4.0" x 2.4" x 1.3") with a weight of 221 grams (0.49 lbs) while the Sony W370 has measurements of 100mm x 57mm x 26mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 1.0") along with a weight of 179 grams (0.39 lbs).

Take a look at the Olympus XZ-10 versus Sony W370 in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you have attached at that time. Underneath is the front view scale comparison of the XZ-10 against the W370.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability score of the XZ-10 and W370 is 91 and 94 respectively.

Typically, it is very tough to visualise the contrast between sensor sizes only by reading a spec sheet. The pic here might provide you a clearer sense of the sensor measurements in the XZ-10 and W370.

As you can see, each of these cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing albeit not the same MP. You should expect the Sony W370 to offer you greater detail having an extra 2MP. Higher resolution will also let you crop shots a little more aggressively. The newer XZ-10 is going to have an edge in sensor tech.