Olympus E-PL1 vs Sony W810

Following is a in-depth analysis of the Olympus E-PL1 versus Sony W810, former is a Entry-Level Mirrorless while the latter is a Ultracompact by competitors Olympus and Sony. There exists a sizable gap among the sensor resolutions of the E-PL1 (12MP) and W810 (20MP) and the E-PL1 (Four Thirds) and W810 (1/2.3") posses totally different sensor sizing.

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The E-PL1 was manufactured 4 years prior to the W810 which is a fairly significant difference as far as camera technology is concerned. The two cameras have different body design with the Olympus E-PL1 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera and the Sony W810 being a Ultracompact camera.

Before delving right into a complete comparison, here is a short synopsis of how the E-PL1 grades against the W810 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Below is a preview of the gallery photos for Olympus PEN E-PL1 & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W810. The entire galleries are available at Olympus E-PL1 Gallery & Sony W810 Gallery.

In case you're going to carry around your camera, you should consider its weight and proportions. The Olympus E-PL1 has external dimensions of 115mm x 72mm x 42mm (4.5" x 2.8" x 1.7") and a weight of 334 grams (0.74 lbs) and the Sony W810 has measurements of 97mm x 56mm x 21mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 0.8") and a weight of 111 grams (0.24 lbs).

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Remember that, the weight of an ILC will vary based on the lens you are utilising at that moment. Underneath is a front view over all size comparison of the E-PL1 versus the W810.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the E-PL1 and W810 is 86 and 96 respectively.

Normally, it's tough to envision the difference in sensor sizes merely by looking through specs. The picture here should offer you a greater sense of the sensor sizes in the E-PL1 and W810.

All in all, each of the cameras provide different resolutions and different sensor sizes. The E-PL1 because of its bigger sensor will make shooting shallower depth of field easier and the Sony W810 will render greater detail due to its extra 8 Megapixels. Higher resolution will enable you to crop shots more aggressively. The more aged E-PL1 will be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor tech.