Olympus 5010 vs Sony TX1

In this write-up, we will be comparing the Olympus 5010 and Sony TX1, both Ultracompact digital cameras by manufacturers Olympus and Sony. There exists a considerable gap between the sensor resolutions of the 5010 (14MP) and TX1 (10MP) and the 5010 (1/2.3") and TX1 (1/2.4") possess different sensor size.

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The 5010 was manufactured 6 months later than the TX1 which means that they are both of a similar age. Both cameras offer the identical body type (Ultracompact).

Before delving through a full comparison, below is a quick summation of how the 5010 grades against the TX1 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Following is a preview of the gallery photos for Olympus Stylus 5010 & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-TX1. The entire galleries are viewable at Olympus 5010 Gallery & Sony TX1 Gallery.

When you are looking to carry your camera regularly, you will need to take into account its weight and dimensions. The Olympus 5010 offers outer dimensions of 95mm x 56mm x 20mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.8") and a weight of 126 grams (0.28 lbs) and the Sony TX1 has dimensions of 94mm x 58mm x 17mm (3.7" x 2.3" x 0.7") accompanied by a weight of 142 grams (0.31 lbs).

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Take into account, the weight of an ILC will differ depending on the lens you are employing at that time. Underneath is the front view physical size comparison of the 5010 against the TX1.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the 5010 and TX1 is 96 and 96 respectively.

Quite often, its tough to picture the gap between sensor sizing just by reviewing a spec sheet. The photograph below might give you a far better sense of the sensor sizes in the 5010 and TX1.

Clearly, both of the cameras enjoy different megapixel count and different sensor sizing. The 5010 featuring a bigger sensor is going to make achieving shallower depth of field simpler and the Olympus 5010 will offer more detail due to its extra 4MP. Higher resolution can also let you crop shots far more aggressively.