Olympus VH-515 vs Sony S950

The following is a in-depth review of the Olympus VH-515 versus Sony S950, both Small Sensor Compact digital cameras by brands Olympus and Sony. The resolution of the VH-515 (12MP) and the S950 (10MP) is fairly similar and both cameras boast the identical sensor size (1/2.3").

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The VH-515 was released 3 years after the S950 which is quite a sizable gap as far as technology is concerned. Both of these cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before we go into a thorough comparison, here is a simple highlight of how the VH-515 grades against the S950 for portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Here is a sample of the gallery pictures for Olympus VH-515 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-S950. The complete galleries are provided at Olympus VH-515 Gallery and Sony S950 Gallery.

In case you're looking to travel with your camera often, you'll need to think about its weight and proportions. The Olympus VH-515 enjoys exterior measurements of 102mm x 60mm x 21mm (4.0" x 2.4" x 0.8") accompanied by a weight of 152 grams (0.34 lbs) and the Sony S950 has measurements of 93mm x 56mm x 24mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.9") accompanied by a weight of 167 grams (0.37 lbs).

Contrast the Olympus VH-515 versus Sony S950 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you are using at that moment. Here is a front view proportions comparison of the VH-515 versus the S950.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the VH-515 and S950 is 95 and 94 respectively.

Sometimes, it's hard to visualise the contrast between sensor dimensions simply by reviewing specifications. The pic underneath will offer you a clearer sense of the sensor measurements in the VH-515 and S950.

To sum up, both of the cameras feature the identical sensor size but not the same resolution. You should anticipate the Olympus VH-515 to offer you greater detail as a result of its extra 2 Megapixels. Greater resolution can also make it easier to crop photos way more aggressively. The newer VH-515 is going to have an advantage with regard to sensor technology.