Olympus VH-410 vs Sony HX100V

Here is a extended comparison of the Olympus VH-410 versus Sony HX100V, one being a Small Sensor Compact and the other is a Small Sensor Superzoom by rivals Olympus and Sony. The sensor resolution of the VH-410 (16MP) and the HX100V (16MP) is fairly similar and both cameras posses the identical sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The VH-410 was introduced 11 months later than the HX100V which means that they are both of a similar generation. Both cameras feature different body design with the Olympus VH-410 being a Compact camera and the Sony HX100V being a SLR-like (bridge) camera.

Before going into a more detailed comparison, here is a brief introduction of how the VH-410 matches up versus the HX100V when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

This is a sample of the gallery pictures for Olympus VH-410 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX100V. The whole galleries are provided at Olympus VH-410 Gallery and Sony HX100V Gallery.

For anybody who is aiming to carry your camera, you're going to have to factor in its weight and volume. The Olympus VH-410 comes with physical dimensions of 102mm x 60mm x 21mm (4.0" x 2.4" x 0.8") with a weight of 152 grams (0.34 lbs) whilst 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).

Examine the Olympus VH-410 versus Sony HX100V in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you are utilizing at the time. The following is a front view sizing comparison of the VH-410 vs the HX100V.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the VH-410 and HX100V is 95 and 66 respectively.

More often than not, it is difficult to see the gap between sensor sizing purely by reviewing specs. The visual underneath will give you a better sense of the sensor dimensions in the VH-410 and HX100V.

All in all, both of the cameras feature the identical sensor size and the identical resolution therefore you should expect similar quality of files but you might want to consider the release date of the products into consideration. The younger VH-410 will have an edge when it comes to sensor tech.