Olympus 5010 vs Sony WX1

Here is a extensive assessment of the Olympus 5010 versus Sony WX1, both Ultracompact cameras by companies Olympus and Sony. There is a sizeable difference among the sensor resolutions of the 5010 (14MP) and WX1 (10MP) and the 5010 (1/2.3") and WX1 (1/2.4") use different sensor sizes.

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The 5010 was introduced 6 months later than the WX1 which means that they are both of a similar generation. Both cameras offer the identical body type (Ultracompact).

Before we go through a step-by-step comparison, below is a concise synopsis of how the 5010 grades against the WX1 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Here is a sample of the gallery pictures for Olympus Stylus 5010 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-WX1. The whole galleries are available at Olympus 5010 Gallery and Sony WX1 Gallery.

For anybody who is aiming to carry your camera, you need to factor in its weight and size. The Olympus 5010 has got external 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) while the Sony WX1 has specifications of 91mm x 52mm x 20mm (3.6" x 2.0" x 0.8") having a weight of 149 grams (0.33 lbs).

Examine the Olympus 5010 versus Sony WX1 in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you are utilizing during that time. Below is the front view dimensions comparison of the 5010 vs the WX1.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability score of the 5010 and WX1 is 96 and 96 respectively.

Usually, it is very tough to visualize the difference in sensor sizing purely by researching specifications. The visual underneath will give you a better sense of the sensor sizes in the 5010 and WX1.

Plainly, the 2 cameras offer different megapixels and different sensor sizing. The 5010 having a larger sensor is going to make achieving shallow depth of field less difficult and the Olympus 5010 will result in greater detail using its extra 4 Megapixels. Greater resolution can also make it easier to crop photos a little more aggressively.