Olympus 5010 vs Sony H70

Lets examine more in depth at the Olympus 5010 versus Sony H70, former is a Ultracompact while the latter is a Small Sensor Compact by manufacturers Olympus and Sony. The image resolution of the 5010 (14MP) and the H70 (16MP) is relatively close and they come with the same exact sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The 5010 was announced 12 months earlier than the H70 and they are of a similar age. Both the cameras offer different body type with the Olympus 5010 being a Ultracompact camera and the Sony H70 being a Compact camera.

Before we go through a comprehensive comparison, below is a quick highlight of how the 5010 grades vs the H70 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Below is a preview of the gallery photos for Olympus Stylus 5010 & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-H70. The whole galleries are available at Olympus 5010 Gallery & Sony H70 Gallery.

For those who are intending to carry around your camera regularly, you will need to take into account its weight and size. The Olympus 5010 offers exterior dimensions of 95mm x 56mm x 20mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.8") along with a weight of 126 grams (0.28 lbs) whilst the Sony H70 has specifications of 102mm x 58mm x 29mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.1") and a weight of 194 grams (0.43 lbs).

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Take into account, the weight of an ILC will vary depending on the lens you have attached during that time. Below is the front view scale comparison of the 5010 and the H70.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability score of the 5010 and H70 is 96 and 93 respectively.

Sometimes, its tough to envision the gap in sensor sizes simply by researching technical specs. The picture here may give you a better sense of the sensor sizes in the 5010 and H70.

As you have seen, both cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing albeit not the same MP. You can count on the Sony H70 to result in greater detail with its extra 2MP. Higher resolution will help you crop pictures a little more aggressively. The more aged 5010 will be behind with regard to sensor tech.