Olympus 7010 vs Sony A33

Its time to take a more detailed look at the Olympus 7010 vs Sony A33, one being a Small Sensor Compact and the latter is a Entry-Level DSLR by brands Olympus and Sony. The sensor resolution of the 7010 (12MP) and the A33 (14MP) is relatively comparable but the 7010 (1/2.3") and A33 (APS-C) enjoy different sensor size.

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The 7010 was launched 13 months prior to the A33 which makes the cameras a generation apart from each other. Each of the cameras come with different body type with the Olympus 7010 being a Compact camera and the Sony A33 being a Compact SLR camera.

Before we go straight into a more detailed comparison, below is a simple highlight of how the 7010 scores against the A33 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Following is a preview of the gallery photos for Olympus Stylus 7010 and Sony SLT-A33. The complete galleries are viewable at Olympus 7010 Gallery and Sony A33 Gallery.

For anyone who is aiming to lug around your camera often, you are going to need to factor 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") accompanied by a weight of 145 grams (0.32 lbs) whilst the Sony A33 has sizing of 124mm x 92mm x 85mm (4.9" x 3.6" x 3.3") accompanied by a weight of 500 grams (1.10 lbs).

Contrast the Olympus 7010 vs Sony A33 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you have chosen during that time. Following is the front view dimensions comparison of the 7010 and the A33.

Using size and weight, the portability rating of the 7010 and A33 is 94 and 67 respectively.

Often, it is hard to imagine the contrast in sensor measurements simply by going through a spec sheet. The photograph underneath should give you a clearer sense of the sensor measurements in the 7010 and A33.

Clearly, both cameras posses different megapixel count and different sensor measurements. The 7010 featuring a smaller sensor is going to make achieving shallower DOF tougher and the Sony A33 will provide more detail utilizing its extra 2MP. Higher resolution can also help you crop shots somewhat more aggressively. The older 7010 will be behind with regard to sensor technology.