Olympus 7000 vs Sony W370
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Olympus 7000 vs Sony W370 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 50 - 1600
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 640 x 480 video
- 37-260mm (F3.5-5.3) lens
- 172g - 96 x 56 x 25mm
- Released January 2009
- Additionally Known as mju 7000
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 34-238mm (F3.6-5.6) lens
- 179g - 100 x 57 x 26mm
- Announced January 2010

Olympus 7000 vs Sony W370 Overview
The following is a in depth overview of the Olympus 7000 vs Sony W370, both Small Sensor Compact digital cameras by rivals Olympus and Sony. The sensor resolution of the 7000 (12MP) and the W370 (14MP) is very well matched and both cameras boast the identical sensor sizes (1/2.3").

The 7000 was announced 12 months prior to the W370 so they are of a similar age. Both the cameras feature the same body design (Compact).
Before diving straight to a full comparison, here is a brief overview of how the 7000 scores against the W370 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Olympus 7000 vs Sony W370 Gallery
Here is a sample of the gallery pics for Olympus Stylus 7000 & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W370. The whole galleries are viewable at Olympus 7000 Gallery & Sony W370 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Olympus 7000 over the Sony W370
7000 | W370 |
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Reasons to pick Sony W370 over the Olympus 7000
W370 | 7000 | |||
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Announced | January 2010 | ![]() | January 2009 | Newer by 12 months |
Common features in the Olympus 7000 and Sony W370
7000 | W370 | |||
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Focus manually | ![]() | Lack of manual focus | ||
Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Display size | 3" | ![]() | 3" | Same display dimensions |
Display resolution | 230k | ![]() | 230k | Identical display resolution |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither provides selfie screen | ||
Touch display | ![]() | Neither provides Touch display |
Olympus 7000 vs Sony W370 Physical Comparison
If you're planning to travel with your camera regularly, you'll need to factor its weight and proportions. The Olympus 7000 provides exterior measurements of 96mm x 56mm x 25mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 1.0") with a weight of 172 grams (0.38 lbs) and the Sony W370 has measurements of 100mm x 57mm x 26mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 1.0") along with a weight of 179 grams (0.39 lbs).
Contrast the Olympus 7000 vs Sony W370 in our brand new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Don't forget, the weight of an ILC will vary depending on the lens you choose at the time. Following is a front view measurement comparison of the 7000 versus the W370.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the 7000 and W370 is 94 and 94 respectively.

Olympus 7000 vs Sony W370 Sensor Comparison
Sometimes, it's tough to see the contrast between sensor dimensions merely by looking at technical specs. The picture here will provide you a far better sense of the sensor sizing in the 7000 and W370.
As you have seen, the two cameras feature the identical sensor size but not the same megapixels. You can expect to see the Sony W370 to resolve extra detail with its extra 2 Megapixels. Greater resolution will help you crop photos way more aggressively. The more aged 7000 is going to be disadvantaged with regard to sensor innovation.

Olympus 7000 vs Sony W370 Screen and ViewFinder


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Olympus 7000 vs Sony W370 Specifications
Olympus Stylus 7000 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W370 | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | Olympus | Sony |
Model type | Olympus Stylus 7000 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W370 |
Alternate name | mju 7000 | - |
Category | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Compact |
Released | 2009-01-07 | 2010-01-07 |
Physical type | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 6.08 x 4.56mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor area | 27.7mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 12MP | 14MP |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 16:9, 4:3 and 3:2 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Maximum resolution | 3968 x 2976 | 4320 x 3240 |
Maximum native ISO | 1600 | 3200 |
Minimum native ISO | 50 | 80 |
RAW support | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch to focus | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detect focus | ||
Contract detect focus | ||
Phase detect focus | ||
Total focus points | - | 9 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 37-260mm (7.0x) | 34-238mm (7.0x) |
Maximal aperture | f/3.5-5.3 | f/3.6-5.6 |
Macro focusing range | 2cm | - |
Focal length multiplier | 5.9 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display sizing | 3 inches | 3 inches |
Resolution of display | 230k dots | 230k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch operation | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 4 seconds | 2 seconds |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/2000 seconds | 1/1600 seconds |
Continuous shooting rate | - | 2.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Custom white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash distance | 4.80 m | 5.00 m |
Flash options | Auto, Fill-in, Red-Eye reduction, Off, On | Auto, On, Off, Slow syncro |
External flash | ||
AEB | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 640 x 480 (30, 15 fps), 320 x 240 (30, 15 fps) | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) |
Maximum video resolution | 640x480 | 1280x720 |
Video data format | Motion JPEG | Motion JPEG |
Mic port | ||
Headphone port | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental sealing | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 172g (0.38 lbs) | 179g (0.39 lbs) |
Physical dimensions | 96 x 56 x 25mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 1.0") | 100 x 57 x 26mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 1.0") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light rating | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery ID | - | NP-BN1 |
Self timer | Yes (12 seconds) | Yes (2 sec or 10 sec, portrait1/ portrait2) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Type of storage | xD Picture Card, microSD Card, Internal | SD/SDHC, Memory Stick Duo/Pro Duo/ Pro HG-Duo, Internal |
Card slots | 1 | 1 |
Retail price | $280 | $230 |