Olympus XZ-1 vs Sony HX50V

Lets examine more closely at the Olympus XZ-1 vs Sony HX50V, one is a Small Sensor Compact and the other is a Small Sensor Superzoom by brands Olympus and Sony. There is a huge difference between the sensor resolutions of the XZ-1 (10MP) and HX50V (20MP) and the XZ-1 (1/1.63") and HX50V (1/2.3") feature different sensor sizes.

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The XZ-1 was introduced 3 years earlier than the HX50V which is quite a significant gap as far as tech is concerned. Each of these cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before getting through a full comparison, below is a simple overview of how the XZ-1 matches up vs the HX50V in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

This is a sample of the gallery pictures for Olympus XZ-1 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX50V. The whole galleries are viewable at Olympus XZ-1 Gallery and Sony HX50V Gallery.

If you are planning to travel with your camera frequently, you should factor its weight and proportions. The Olympus XZ-1 features physical measurements of 111mm x 65mm x 42mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 1.7") accompanied by a weight of 275 grams (0.61 lbs) and the Sony HX50V has measurements of 108mm x 64mm x 38mm (4.3" x 2.5" x 1.5") with a weight of 272 grams (0.60 lbs).

Check out the Olympus XZ-1 vs Sony HX50V in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you are using at the time. The following is the front view size comparison of the XZ-1 versus the HX50V.

Looking at size and weight, the portability grade of the XZ-1 and HX50V is 88 and 89 respectively.

Oftentimes, it is tough to imagine the contrast between sensor dimensions only by checking a spec sheet. The pic underneath will help provide you a clearer sense of the sensor measurements in the XZ-1 and HX50V.

As you can see, each of these cameras enjoy different megapixels and different sensor dimensions. The XZ-1 with its larger sensor is going to make shooting bokeh simpler and the Sony HX50V will resolve extra detail using its extra 10MP. Greater resolution can also help you crop pics far more aggressively. The more aged XZ-1 is going to be behind when it comes to sensor tech.