Olympus E-5 vs Sony W230

Here, we will be contrasting the Olympus E-5 vs Sony W230, one is a Advanced DSLR and the latter is a Small Sensor Compact by manufacturers Olympus and Sony. The resolution of the E-5 (12MP) and the W230 (12MP) is relatively close but the E-5 (Four Thirds) and W230 (1/2.3") have totally different sensor measurements.

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The E-5 was revealed 24 months after the W230 which makes them a generation away from each other. Both cameras feature different body design with the Olympus E-5 being a Mid-size SLR camera and the Sony W230 being a Compact camera.

Before we go right into a in depth comparison, here is a simple view of how the E-5 scores vs the W230 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Below is a preview of the gallery photos for Olympus E-5 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W230. The full galleries are provided at Olympus E-5 Gallery and Sony W230 Gallery.

If you're intending to travel with your camera frequently, you need to consider its weight and measurements. The Olympus E-5 provides outer dimensions 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 W230 has proportions of 95mm x 57mm x 22mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.9") with a weight of 156 grams (0.34 lbs).

Take a look at the Olympus E-5 vs Sony W230 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you choose at that time. Here is a front view dimensions comparison of the E-5 vs the W230.

Looking at size and weight, the portability rating of the E-5 and W230 is 58 and 95 respectively.

Often, it is very tough to envision the difference in sensor dimensions merely by researching technical specs. The picture below will help offer you a better sense of the sensor dimensions in the E-5 and W230.

As you have seen, the two cameras feature the identical MP albeit not the same sensor dimensions. The E-5 uses the bigger sensor which should make achieving shallow depth of field simpler. The fresher E-5 will have a benefit when it comes to sensor innovation.