Olympus 5010 vs Sony TX20

The following is a in depth assessment of the Olympus 5010 versus Sony TX20, both Ultracompact digital cameras by rivals Olympus and Sony. The sensor resolution of the 5010 (14MP) and the TX20 (16MP) is pretty similar and both cameras offer the same sensor size (1/2.3").

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The 5010 was launched 3 years prior to the TX20 which is quite a large gap as far as technology is concerned. Each of the cameras have the same body design (Ultracompact).

Before we go into a in-depth comparison, here is a concise summation of how the 5010 matches up vs the TX20 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Here is a preview of the gallery images for Olympus Stylus 5010 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-TX20. The complete galleries are available at Olympus 5010 Gallery and Sony TX20 Gallery.

If you're planning to travel with your camera regularly, you need to consider its weight and measurements. The Olympus 5010 has got 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) while the Sony TX20 has proportions of 96mm x 56mm x 18mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 0.7") along with a weight of 133 grams (0.29 lbs).

Contrast the Olympus 5010 versus Sony TX20 in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you have chosen at the time. Here is a front view physical size comparison of the 5010 versus the TX20.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the 5010 and TX20 is 96 and 96 respectively.

Quite often, its hard to envision the contrast between sensor dimensions simply by reading specifications. The pic here might offer you a far better sense of the sensor sizes in the 5010 and TX20.

To sum up, both cameras provide the same sensor dimensions albeit not the same MP. You should expect the Sony TX20 to deliver greater detail utilizing its extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also let you crop pictures more aggressively. The more aged 5010 is going to be behind in sensor tech.