Olympus 1 vs Sony WX5

Here, we are looking at the Olympus 1 versus Sony WX5, former is a Small Sensor Superzoom while the other is a Small Sensor Compact by competitors Olympus and Sony. The resolution of the 1 (12MP) and the WX5 (12MP) is fairly similar but the 1 (1/1.7") and WX5 (1/2.3") posses totally different sensor sizes.

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The 1 was announced 3 years after the WX5 which is quite a significant difference as far as technology is concerned. Both of these cameras feature different body design with the Olympus 1 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Sony WX5 being a Compact camera.

Before diving straight to a more detailed comparison, here is a brief summary of how the 1 scores versus the WX5 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Below is a sample of the gallery pictures for Olympus Stylus 1 & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-WX5. The whole galleries are provided at Olympus 1 Gallery & Sony WX5 Gallery.

For anyone who is looking to carry around your camera frequently, you will have to take into account its weight and dimensions. The Olympus 1 has external measurements of 116mm x 87mm x 57mm (4.6" x 3.4" x 2.2") along with a weight of 402 grams (0.89 lbs) and the Sony WX5 has dimensions of 92mm x 52mm x 22mm (3.6" x 2.0" x 0.9") along with a weight of 146 grams (0.32 lbs).

Compare the Olympus 1 versus Sony WX5 in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Always remember, the weight of an ILC will change depending on the lens you are employing during that time. Underneath is a front view over all size comparison of the 1 against the WX5.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the 1 and WX5 is 79 and 95 respectively.

Normally, it is difficult to envision the gap between sensor sizes simply by reading technical specs. The picture here should offer you a more clear sense of the sensor sizing in the 1 and WX5.

As you can tell, each of the cameras come with the identical megapixel count but not the same sensor sizes. The 1 provides the larger sensor which will make achieving bokeh simpler. The more recent 1 will have an advantage when it comes to sensor tech.