Olympus XZ-10 vs Sony W620

In this article, we are evaluating the Olympus XZ-10 and Sony W620, both Small Sensor Compact cameras by brands Olympus and Sony. The resolution of the XZ-10 (12MP) and the W620 (14MP) is fairly comparable and they feature the same exact sensor size (1/2.3").

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The XZ-10 was brought out 13 months later than the W620 making the cameras a generation apart from one another. Each of the cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before delving through a comprehensive comparison, below is a concise view of how the XZ-10 grades against the W620 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

This is a sample of the gallery pictures for Olympus Stylus XZ-10 & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W620. The entire galleries are available at Olympus XZ-10 Gallery & Sony W620 Gallery.

For anybody who is looking to carry your camera regularly, you are going to need to factor its weight and size. The Olympus XZ-10 features outside measurements of 102mm x 61mm x 34mm (4.0" x 2.4" x 1.3") and a weight of 221 grams (0.49 lbs) and the Sony W620 has specifications of 98mm x 56mm x 20mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 0.8") with a weight of 116 grams (0.26 lbs).

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Do not forget, the weight of an ILC will differ depending on the lens you choose at that time. Underneath is the front view proportions comparison of the XZ-10 and the W620.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the XZ-10 and W620 is 91 and 96 respectively.

Sometimes, it's tough to picture the difference in sensor sizing simply by checking out technical specs. The photograph underneath will help provide you a far better sense of the sensor sizing in the XZ-10 and W620.

As you have seen, the 2 cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing but different MP. You can anticipate the Sony W620 to produce more detail having its extra 2 Megapixels. Greater resolution will allow you to crop images far more aggressively. The fresher XZ-10 provides a benefit when it comes to sensor tech.