Olympus XZ-2 iHS vs Sony W370

The following is a in-depth review of the Olympus XZ-2 iHS versus Sony W370, both Small Sensor Compact cameras by brands Olympus and Sony. The resolution of the XZ-2 iHS (12MP) and the W370 (14MP) is relatively close but the XZ-2 iHS (1/1.7") and W370 (1/2.3") boast totally different sensor dimensions.

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The XZ-2 iHS was brought out 2 years after the W370 which is a fairly large difference as far as camera tech is concerned. Each of these cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before going right into a in depth comparison, here is a concise summation of how the XZ-2 iHS matches up vs the W370 for portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

The following is a preview of the gallery photos for Olympus XZ-2 iHS & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W370. The entire galleries are available at Olympus XZ-2 iHS Gallery & Sony W370 Gallery.

When you are aiming to travel with your camera often, you will need to take into account its weight and volume. The Olympus XZ-2 iHS features outer measurements of 113mm x 65mm x 48mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 1.9") accompanied by a weight of 346 grams (0.76 lbs) while the Sony W370 has sizing of 100mm x 57mm x 26mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 1.0") accompanied by a weight of 179 grams (0.39 lbs).

Compare the Olympus XZ-2 iHS versus Sony W370 in our brand new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Don't forget, the weight of an ILC will vary based on the lens you select at that moment. Following is a front view dimension comparison of the XZ-2 iHS and the W370.

Using size and weight, the portability grade of the XZ-2 iHS and W370 is 85 and 94 respectively.

Oftentimes, it can be tough to visualise the contrast in sensor dimensions simply by researching specifications. The picture underneath will offer you a much better sense of the sensor sizing in the XZ-2 iHS and W370.

Plainly, each of these cameras feature different resolutions and different sensor dimensions. The XZ-2 iHS because of its bigger sensor will make achieving bokeh less difficult and the Sony W370 will result in extra detail having its extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also allow you to crop pictures way more aggressively. The more recent XZ-2 iHS is going to have an edge in sensor innovation.