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).

Analyze the Olympus XZ-10 and Sony W620 in our brand new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.

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.