Olympus E-M5 III vs Sony WX80

Below, we will be comparing the Olympus E-M5 III versus Sony WX80, one being a Advanced Mirrorless and the latter is a Small Sensor Compact by brands Olympus and Sony. There is a significant difference among the resolutions of the E-M5 III (20MP) and WX80 (16MP) and the E-M5 III (Four Thirds) and WX80 (1/2.3") enjoy different sensor sizes.

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The E-M5 III was revealed 6 years later than the WX80 and that is a fairly sizable gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Both cameras come with different body type with the Olympus E-M5 III being a SLR-style mirrorless camera and the Sony WX80 being a Compact camera.

Before delving through a in depth comparison, below is a concise synopsis of how the E-M5 III grades versus the WX80 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Below is a preview of the gallery photos for Olympus OM-D E-M5 III and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-WX80. The full galleries are available at Olympus E-M5 III Gallery and Sony WX80 Gallery.

For anyone who is intending to carry your camera regularly, you'll need to factor its weight and measurements. The Olympus E-M5 III features outer dimensions of 125mm x 85mm x 50mm (4.9" x 3.3" x 2.0") accompanied by a weight of 414 grams (0.91 lbs) whilst the Sony WX80 has proportions of 92mm x 52mm x 22mm (3.6" x 2.0" x 0.9") with a weight of 124 grams (0.27 lbs).

Check the Olympus E-M5 III versus Sony WX80 in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you are working with at that moment. Underneath is the front view size comparison of the E-M5 III vs the WX80.

Looking at size and weight, the portability grade of the E-M5 III and WX80 is 80 and 96 respectively.

Usually, it is very hard to picture the contrast in sensor sizing just by seeing specifications. The photograph underneath will help give you a much better sense of the sensor dimensions in the E-M5 III and WX80.

To sum up, the 2 cameras posses different megapixels and different sensor sizing. The E-M5 III with its bigger sensor is going to make shooting bokeh easier and the Olympus E-M5 III will produce greater detail because of its extra 4 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also enable you to crop shots somewhat more aggressively. The fresher E-M5 III provides an edge with regard to sensor technology.