Olympus E-P5 vs Sony WX9

On this page, we will be reviewing the Olympus E-P5 versus Sony WX9, former being a Entry-Level Mirrorless while the latter is a Ultracompact by competitors Olympus and Sony. The resolution of the E-P5 (16MP) and the WX9 (16MP) is relatively close but the E-P5 (Four Thirds) and WX9 (1/2.3") provide different sensor sizing.

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The E-P5 was manufactured 2 years later than the WX9 and that is a fairly serious difference as far as camera technology is concerned. Both of the cameras have different body design with the Olympus E-P5 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera and the Sony WX9 being a Ultracompact camera.

Before delving right into a in depth comparison, here is a quick highlight of how the E-P5 scores against the WX9 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

The following is a preview of the gallery photos for Olympus PEN E-P5 & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-WX9. The entire galleries are viewable at Olympus E-P5 Gallery & Sony WX9 Gallery.

For those who are aiming to lug around your camera, you should consider its weight and measurements. The Olympus E-P5 features physical dimensions of 122mm x 69mm x 37mm (4.8" x 2.7" x 1.5") with a weight of 420 grams (0.93 lbs) and the Sony WX9 has proportions of 95mm x 56mm x 20mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.8") along with a weight of n/a grams (0.00 lbs).

Contrast the Olympus E-P5 versus Sony WX9 in our brand new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Bear in mind, the weight of an ILC will vary dependant on the lens you have at that moment. Underneath is a front view dimensions comparison of the E-P5 against the WX9.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the E-P5 and WX9 is 85 and 99 respectively.

Quite often, it can be hard to picture the contrast in sensor measurements simply by viewing a spec sheet. The graphic here should offer you a more clear sense of the sensor sizes in the E-P5 and WX9.

As you can see, the two cameras have the same megapixel count albeit different sensor measurements. The E-P5 provides the bigger sensor which will make obtaining shallow DOF easier. The newer E-P5 provides an advantage in sensor innovation.