Olympus 7010 vs Sony WX1

Below is a extended overview of the Olympus 7010 vs Sony WX1, one being a Small Sensor Compact and the other is a Ultracompact by competitors Olympus and Sony. The sensor resolution of the 7010 (12MP) and the WX1 (10MP) is very similar but the 7010 (1/2.3") and WX1 (1/2.4") come with totally different sensor size.

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The 7010 was unveiled around the same time to the WX1 and they are both of a similar generation. Each of these cameras offer different body type with the Olympus 7010 being a Compact camera and the Sony WX1 being a Ultracompact camera.

Before we go in to a complete comparison, below is a concise introduction of how the 7010 matches up against the WX1 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

This is a sample of the gallery pics for Olympus Stylus 7010 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-WX1. The full galleries are available at Olympus 7010 Gallery and Sony WX1 Gallery.

When you are looking to lug around your camera often, you are going to need to factor in its weight and proportions. The Olympus 7010 features outside measurements of 98mm x 56mm x 26mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 1.0") with a weight of 145 grams (0.32 lbs) while the Sony WX1 has measurements of 91mm x 52mm x 20mm (3.6" x 2.0" x 0.8") along with a weight of 149 grams (0.33 lbs).

Take a look at the Olympus 7010 vs Sony WX1 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you are utilizing at the time. Underneath is the front view dimension comparison of the 7010 vs the WX1.

Considering size and weight, the portability grade of the 7010 and WX1 is 94 and 96 respectively.

Oftentimes, it's hard to envision the contrast between sensor measurements simply by reviewing specs. The photograph underneath should provide you a stronger sense of the sensor measurements in the 7010 and WX1.

All in all, the two cameras offer different megapixels and different sensor measurements. The 7010 with its larger sensor will make shooting shallower depth of field easier and the Olympus 7010 will offer you extra detail having an extra 2 Megapixels. Greater resolution can also enable you to crop images a little more aggressively.