Olympus 7030 vs Sony WX5

Here is a complete assessment of the Olympus 7030 vs Sony WX5, both Small Sensor Compact digital cameras by companies Olympus and Sony. The image resolution of the 7030 (14MP) and the WX5 (12MP) is relatively well matched and both cameras boast the identical sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The 7030 was introduced 6 months earlier than the WX5 which means that they are both of a similar generation. Each of these cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before we go into a detailed comparison, here is a simple view of how the 7030 grades versus the WX5 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Following is a preview of the gallery photos for Olympus Stylus 7030 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-WX5. The whole galleries are provided at Olympus 7030 Gallery and Sony WX5 Gallery.

For anyone who is looking to carry your camera often, you will want to factor its weight and dimensions. The Olympus 7030 has physical measurements of 93mm x 56mm x 26mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 1.0") and a weight of 140 grams (0.31 lbs) whilst the Sony WX5 has dimensions of 92mm x 52mm x 22mm (3.6" x 2.0" x 0.9") accompanied by a weight of 146 grams (0.32 lbs).

Examine the Olympus 7030 vs Sony WX5 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you are using at that time. Underneath is a front view size comparison of the 7030 against the WX5.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability score of the 7030 and WX5 is 95 and 95 respectively.

Generally, it is difficult to imagine the gap between sensor sizing merely by reading through a spec sheet. The graphic here will provide you a much better sense of the sensor sizing in the 7030 and WX5.

Clearly, the two cameras come with the identical sensor size albeit different megapixels. You should count on the Olympus 7030 to give extra detail using its extra 2MP. Higher resolution will make it easier to crop shots a good deal more aggressively.