Olympus 7010 vs Sony WX5

Let's look more closely at the Olympus 7010 vs Sony WX5, both Small Sensor Compact digital cameras by rivals Olympus and Sony. The image resolution of the 7010 (12MP) and the WX5 (12MP) is relatively similar and both cameras offer the identical sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The 7010 was revealed 11 months prior to the WX5 and they are both of a similar generation. Both the cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before delving straight to a detailed comparison, here is a short summation of how the 7010 grades versus the WX5 for portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

This is a preview of the gallery photos for Olympus Stylus 7010 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-WX5. The full galleries are viewable at Olympus 7010 Gallery and Sony WX5 Gallery.

If you're aiming to lug around your camera frequently, you will have to consider its weight and volume. The Olympus 7010 comes with exterior 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 WX5 has sizing of 92mm x 52mm x 22mm (3.6" x 2.0" x 0.9") and a weight of 146 grams (0.32 lbs).

Analyze the Olympus 7010 vs Sony WX5 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you have attached at the time. Here is a front view physical size comparison of the 7010 compared to the WX5.

Looking at size and weight, the portability rating of the 7010 and WX5 is 94 and 95 respectively.

Generally, it is hard to visualise the difference between sensor measurements simply by going over technical specs. The graphic underneath will help provide you a stronger sense of the sensor sizing in the 7010 and WX5.

As you can tell, both of those cameras come with the identical sensor size and the same exact MP and you should expect similar quality of photos although you should consider the release date of the products into consideration. The older 7010 is going to be disadvantaged in sensor innovation.