Olympus E-5 vs Sony W220

In this write-up, we will be analyzing the Olympus E-5 vs Sony W220, former is a Advanced DSLR while the latter is a Small Sensor Compact by competitors Olympus and Sony. The image resolution of the E-5 (12MP) and the W220 (12MP) is relatively well matched but the E-5 (Four Thirds) and W220 (1/2.3") possess different sensor size.

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The E-5 was introduced 2 years after the W220 which is quite a big difference as far as tech is concerned. Each of these cameras offer different body type with the Olympus E-5 being a Mid-size SLR camera and the Sony W220 being a Compact camera.

Before going in to a detailed comparison, below is a short synopsis of how the E-5 scores vs the W220 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

The following is a preview of the gallery photos for Olympus E-5 & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W220. The whole galleries are available at Olympus E-5 Gallery & Sony W220 Gallery.

When you are looking to travel with your camera often, you are going to need to think about its weight and measurements. The Olympus E-5 provides exterior measurements of 143mm x 117mm x 75mm (5.6" x 4.6" x 3.0") and a weight of 800 grams (1.76 lbs) while the Sony W220 has proportions of 95mm x 57mm x 22mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.9") and a weight of 147 grams (0.32 lbs).

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Keep in mind, the weight of an ILC will differ dependant on the lens you are utilizing at that time. Here is the front view overall size comparison of the E-5 versus the W220.

Using size and weight, the portability rating of the E-5 and W220 is 58 and 95 respectively.

Oftentimes, it's tough to visualize the difference between sensor dimensions only by looking at specifications. The picture below might provide you a greater sense of the sensor sizing in the E-5 and W220.

Plainly, the 2 cameras enjoy the same exact resolution albeit different sensor dimensions. The E-5 has got the bigger sensor which will make getting shallow DOF easier. The fresher E-5 provides a benefit in sensor innovation.