Olympus E-PL9 vs Sony WX30

In this write-up, we are looking at the Olympus E-PL9 versus Sony WX30, former being a Entry-Level Mirrorless while the other is a Small Sensor Compact by brands Olympus and Sony. The resolution of the E-PL9 (16MP) and the WX30 (16MP) is fairly similar but the E-PL9 (Four Thirds) and WX30 (1/2.3") feature different sensor measurements.

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The E-PL9 was manufactured 6 years later than the WX30 and that is quite a serious difference as far as tech is concerned. Each of these cameras offer different body type with the Olympus E-PL9 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera and the Sony WX30 being a Compact camera.

Before we go through a in-depth comparison, below is a quick summation of how the E-PL9 grades against the WX30 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

This is a sample of the gallery pictures for Olympus PEN E-PL9 & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-WX30. The entire galleries are available at Olympus E-PL9 Gallery & Sony WX30 Gallery.

When you are going to carry your camera regularly, you'll have to think about its weight and volume. The Olympus E-PL9 features outer measurements of 117mm x 68mm x 39mm (4.6" x 2.7" x 1.5") accompanied by a weight of 380 grams (0.84 lbs) whilst the Sony WX30 has sizing of 92mm x 52mm x 19mm (3.6" x 2.0" x 0.7") and a weight of 117 grams (0.26 lbs).

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Do not forget, the weight of an ILC will vary depending on the lens you are using during that time. Here is the front view size comparison of the E-PL9 and the WX30.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability grade of the E-PL9 and WX30 is 85 and 96 respectively.

Usually, it can be difficult to visualize the difference between sensor sizing simply by reviewing technical specs. The photograph underneath should give you a far better sense of the sensor sizing in the E-PL9 and WX30.

As you can tell, both cameras enjoy the same exact resolution but different sensor sizing. The E-PL9 features the larger sensor which will make achieving bokeh simpler. The fresher E-PL9 provides an advantage in sensor technology.