Olympus 7010 vs Sony W220

Below is a thorough overview of the Olympus 7010 and Sony W220, both Small Sensor Compact digital cameras by companies Olympus and Sony. The resolution of the 7010 (12MP) and the W220 (12MP) is fairly similar and both cameras boast the same sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The 7010 was introduced 7 months later than the W220 and they are both of a similar generation. Both cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before delving into a complete comparison, here is a brief synopsis of how the 7010 matches up vs the W220 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Below is a sample of the gallery pictures for Olympus Stylus 7010 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W220. The whole galleries are provided at Olympus 7010 Gallery and Sony W220 Gallery.

For those who are going to lug around your camera, you'll have to consider its weight and measurements. The Olympus 7010 has got outside measurements of 98mm x 56mm x 26mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 1.0") and a weight of 145 grams (0.32 lbs) while the Sony W220 has proportions of 95mm x 57mm x 22mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.9") along with a weight of 147 grams (0.32 lbs).

Look at the Olympus 7010 and Sony W220 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you are utilising during that time. Below is a front view scale comparison of the 7010 vs the W220.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability score of the 7010 and W220 is 94 and 95 respectively.

Sometimes, its hard to envision the difference between sensor measurements only by going over specs. The photograph here will help offer you a better sense of the sensor sizing in the 7010 and W220.

As you can plainly see, the 2 cameras provide the same sensor dimensions and the identical resolution and you should expect similar quality of files but you should always take the production date of the products into consideration. The fresher 7010 is going to have an edge when it comes to sensor tech.