Olympus VH-410 vs Sony HX50V

Here, we will be analyzing the Olympus VH-410 versus Sony HX50V, one is a Small Sensor Compact and the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom by brands Olympus and Sony. The sensor resolution of the VH-410 (16MP) and the HX50V (20MP) is relatively close and both cameras offer the identical sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The VH-410 was unveiled 8 months before the HX50V which means that they are of a similar generation. The two cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before diving straight to a in depth comparison, here is a simple view of how the VH-410 matches up vs the HX50V in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Here is a preview of the gallery photos for Olympus VH-410 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX50V. The full galleries are viewable at Olympus VH-410 Gallery and Sony HX50V Gallery.

For anybody who is planning to travel with your camera frequently, you'll need to take into account its weight and volume. The Olympus VH-410 enjoys exterior dimensions of 102mm x 60mm x 21mm (4.0" x 2.4" x 0.8") with a weight of 152 grams (0.34 lbs) while the Sony HX50V has sizing of 108mm x 64mm x 38mm (4.3" x 2.5" x 1.5") and a weight of 272 grams (0.60 lbs).

Contrast the Olympus VH-410 versus Sony HX50V in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you have at that time. The following is a front view size comparison of the VH-410 vs the HX50V.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability rating of the VH-410 and HX50V is 95 and 89 respectively.

In many cases, its hard to picture the difference in sensor dimensions simply by researching a spec sheet. The pic underneath may offer you a greater sense of the sensor sizes in the VH-410 and HX50V.

As you can see, each of these cameras come with the identical sensor size albeit different megapixels. You should count on the Sony HX50V to result in extra detail having an extra 4MP. Higher resolution will also let you crop pictures a good deal more aggressively. The more aged VH-410 will be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor innovation.