Olympus E-3 vs Sony HX7V

Following is a in-depth analysis of the Olympus E-3 and Sony HX7V, one is a Advanced DSLR and the latter is a Small Sensor Compact by rivals Olympus and Sony. There is a crucial difference between the sensor resolutions of the E-3 (10MP) and HX7V (16MP) and the E-3 (Four Thirds) and HX7V (1/2.3") possess totally different sensor size.

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The E-3 was revealed 4 years earlier than the HX7V which is quite a serious gap as far as tech is concerned. Each of the cameras offer different body type with the Olympus E-3 being a Mid-size SLR camera and the Sony HX7V being a Compact camera.

Before we go in to a full comparison, below is a simple overview of how the E-3 grades against the HX7V with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Here is a preview of the gallery photos for Olympus E-3 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX7V. The full galleries are viewable at Olympus E-3 Gallery and Sony HX7V Gallery.

If you are looking to carry around your camera, you will want to factor in its weight and dimensions. The Olympus E-3 enjoys physical measurements of 142mm x 116mm x 75mm (5.6" x 4.6" x 3.0") along with a weight of 890 grams (1.96 lbs) whilst the Sony HX7V has dimensions of 102mm x 58mm x 29mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.1") along with a weight of 208 grams (0.46 lbs).

Examine the Olympus E-3 and Sony HX7V in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you are working with at that time. The following is the front view dimensions comparison of the E-3 compared to the HX7V.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability rating of the E-3 and HX7V is 56 and 92 respectively.

Often, it can be hard to see the difference between sensor sizes only by going over a spec sheet. The picture below will provide you a far better sense of the sensor measurements in the E-3 and HX7V.

Clearly, each of these cameras offer different megapixels and different sensor sizes. The E-3 using its bigger sensor will make getting shallower depth of field easier and the Sony HX7V will offer greater detail because of its extra 6MP. Higher resolution will also allow you to crop photographs a little more aggressively. The more aged E-3 is going to be behind with regard to sensor innovation.