Olympus E-510 vs Sony W570

In this write-up, we are reviewing the Olympus E-510 and Sony W570, former is a Advanced DSLR while the other is a Ultracompact by rivals Olympus and Sony. There is a considerable difference between the sensor resolutions of the E-510 (10MP) and W570 (16MP) and the E-510 (Four Thirds) and W570 (1/2.3") use totally different sensor sizes.

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The E-510 was launched 4 years prior to the W570 which is quite a large difference as far as tech is concerned. Each of the cameras offer different body type with the Olympus E-510 being a Mid-size SLR camera and the Sony W570 being a Ultracompact camera.

Before delving in to a full comparison, below is a quick synopsis of how the E-510 scores against the W570 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Below is a sample of the gallery pictures for Olympus E-510 & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W570. The complete galleries are viewable at Olympus E-510 Gallery & Sony W570 Gallery.

If you are looking to carry around your camera, you will need to take into account its weight and dimensions. The Olympus E-510 features physical dimensions of 136mm x 92mm x 68mm (5.4" x 3.6" x 2.7") with a weight of 490 grams (1.08 lbs) and the Sony W570 has dimensions of 91mm x 52mm x 19mm (3.6" x 2.0" x 0.7") having a weight of 116 grams (0.26 lbs).

Examine the Olympus E-510 and Sony W570 in our newest Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Always remember, the weight of an ILC will differ based on the lens you use at that time. Here is the front view sizing comparison of the E-510 and the W570.

Considering size and weight, the portability grade of the E-510 and W570 is 69 and 96 respectively.

Generally, it can be difficult to visualise the contrast between sensor sizes merely by checking specs. The image underneath will give you a better sense of the sensor sizes in the E-510 and W570.

As you can plainly see, each of the cameras offer different resolutions and different sensor sizes. The E-510 due to its larger sensor will make getting shallow DOF less difficult and the Sony W570 will give you more detail utilizing its extra 6MP. Greater resolution can also make it easier to crop photos a little more aggressively. The more aged E-510 is going to be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor tech.