Olympus 7040 vs Sony RX1R
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![Olympus Stylus 7040 front Olympus Stylus 7040 front](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/cameras/gallery/medium/Olympus-Stylus-7040/Olympus-7040-front.jpg)
![Sony Cyber-shot DSC-RX1R front Sony Cyber-shot DSC-RX1R front](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/cameras/gallery/medium/Sony-Cyber-shot-DSC-RX1R/Sony-RX1R-front.jpg)
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Olympus 7040 vs Sony RX1R Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 64 - 1600
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 28-196mm (F3.0-5.9) lens
- 144g - 95 x 56 x 26mm
- Launched January 2010
- Also referred to as mju 7040
(Full Review)
- 24MP - Full frame Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 25600
- No Anti-Alias Filter
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 35mm (F2.0) lens
- 482g - 113 x 65 x 70mm
- Released June 2013
- New Model is Sony RX1R II
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Olympus 7040 vs Sony RX1R Overview
In this write-up, we will be contrasting the Olympus 7040 vs Sony RX1R, former is a Small Sensor Compact while the latter is a Large Sensor Compact by brands Olympus and Sony. There is a large difference between the resolutions of the 7040 (14MP) and RX1R (24MP) and the 7040 (1/2.3") and RX1R (Full frame) possess different sensor size.
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The 7040 was brought out 4 years before the RX1R which is quite a serious difference as far as tech is concerned. Both of the cameras offer different body type with the Olympus 7040 being a Compact camera and the Sony RX1R being a Large Sensor Compact camera.
Before delving straight into a in depth comparison, below is a simple highlight of how the 7040 grades vs the RX1R in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.
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Olympus 7040 vs Sony RX1R Gallery
Following is a preview of the gallery photos for Olympus Stylus 7040 & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-RX1R. The entire galleries are available at Olympus 7040 Gallery & Sony RX1R Gallery.
Reasons to pick Olympus 7040 over the Sony RX1R
7040 | RX1R |
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Reasons to pick Sony RX1R over the Olympus 7040
RX1R | 7040 | |||
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Released | June 2013 | ![]() | January 2010 | More modern by 42 months |
Manual focus | ![]() | Dial precise focusing | ||
Screen resolution | 1229k | ![]() | 230k | Clearer screen (+999k dot) |
Common features in the Olympus 7040 and Sony RX1R
7040 | RX1R | |||
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Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Screen sizing | 3" | ![]() | 3" | Equivalent screen size |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither features selfie screen | ||
Touch friendly screen | ![]() | Neither features Touch friendly screen |
Olympus 7040 vs Sony RX1R Physical Comparison
If you are going to carry around your camera regularly, you are going to need to consider its weight and proportions. The Olympus 7040 enjoys outer dimensions of 95mm x 56mm x 26mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 1.0") and a weight of 144 grams (0.32 lbs) whilst the Sony RX1R has measurements of 113mm x 65mm x 70mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 2.8") having a weight of 482 grams (1.06 lbs).
Examine the Olympus 7040 vs Sony RX1R in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.![Camera Size Comparison with Lenses Camera Size Comparison with Lenses](https://pxlmag.com/db/assets/camera-size-comparison-animation.gif)
Always remember, the weight of an ILC will vary based on the lens you are working with during that time. Here is the front view proportions comparison of the 7040 compared to the RX1R.
![Olympus 7040 vs Sony RX1R size comparison Olympus 7040 vs Sony RX1R size comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Olympus-Stylus-7040-vs-Sony-Cyber-shot-DSC-RX1R-size-comparison.jpg)
Using size and weight, the portability rating of the 7040 and RX1R is 95 and 79 respectively.
![Olympus 7040 vs Sony RX1R top view buttons comparison Olympus 7040 vs Sony RX1R top view buttons comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Olympus-Stylus-7040-vs-Sony-Cyber-shot-DSC-RX1R-top-view-buttons-comparison.jpg)
Olympus 7040 vs Sony RX1R Sensor Comparison
Usually, it can be difficult to picture the gap between sensor sizes only by reading through specs. The picture below will help offer you a greater sense of the sensor dimensions in the 7040 and RX1R.
As you can plainly see, both cameras enjoy different megapixel count and different sensor sizes. The 7040 due to its tinier sensor is going to make getting shallower depth of field tougher and the Sony RX1R will give extra detail having its extra 10 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also help you crop shots far more aggressively. The more aged 7040 is going to be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor tech.
![Olympus 7040 vs Sony RX1R sensor size comparison Olympus 7040 vs Sony RX1R sensor size comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/sensor-compare/Olympus-Stylus-7040-vs-Sony-Cyber-shot-DSC-RX1R-sensor-size-comparison.png)
Olympus 7040 vs Sony RX1R Screen and ViewFinder
![Olympus 7040 vs Sony RX1R Screen and Viewfinder comparison Olympus 7040 vs Sony RX1R Screen and Viewfinder comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Olympus-Stylus-7040-vs-Sony-Cyber-shot-DSC-RX1R-screen-back-comparison.jpg)
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Olympus 7040 vs Sony RX1R Specifications
Olympus Stylus 7040 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-RX1R | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | Olympus | Sony |
Model | Olympus Stylus 7040 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-RX1R |
Also called | mju 7040 | - |
Category | Small Sensor Compact | Large Sensor Compact |
Launched | 2010-01-07 | 2013-06-26 |
Body design | Compact | Large Sensor Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Powered by | TruePic III | - |
Sensor type | CCD | CMOS |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | Full frame |
Sensor measurements | 6.08 x 4.56mm | 35.8 x 23.9mm |
Sensor surface area | 27.7mm² | 855.6mm² |
Sensor resolution | 14 megapixel | 24 megapixel |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | 3:2 and 16:9 |
Highest Possible resolution | 4288 x 3216 | 6000 x 4000 |
Maximum native ISO | 1600 | 25600 |
Min native ISO | 64 | 100 |
RAW files | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch to focus | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detection autofocus | ||
Contract detection autofocus | ||
Phase detection autofocus | ||
Number of focus points | - | 25 |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 28-196mm (7.0x) | 35mm (1x) |
Highest aperture | f/3.0-5.9 | f/2.0 |
Macro focus distance | 2cm | - |
Focal length multiplier | 5.9 | 1 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen sizing | 3" | 3" |
Resolution of screen | 230k dot | 1,229k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch operation | ||
Screen tech | - | Xtra FineTFT LCD |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | Electronic and Optical (optional) |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 4s | 30s |
Max shutter speed | 1/2000s | 1/4000s |
Continuous shutter speed | 1.0fps | 5.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | - | Yes |
Set white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash range | 5.70 m | 6.00 m |
Flash options | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Fill-in | Auto, On, Off, Slow Sync, Rear Sync, Wireless |
External flash | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Max flash sync | - | 1/4000s |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (30 fps) 640 x 480 (30, 15 fps), 320 x 240 (30, 15 fps) | 1920 x 1080 (60, 50, 25, 24 fps), 1440 x 1080 (30, 25 fps), 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30, 25 fps) |
Maximum video resolution | 1280x720 | 1920x1080 |
Video format | Motion JPEG | MPEG-4, AVCHD |
Microphone input | ||
Headphone input | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | Eye-Fi Connected |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 144 grams (0.32 lb) | 482 grams (1.06 lb) |
Dimensions | 95 x 56 x 26mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 1.0") | 113 x 65 x 70mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 2.8") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall score | not tested | 91 |
DXO Color Depth score | not tested | 25.0 |
DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | 13.6 |
DXO Low light score | not tested | 2537 |
Other | ||
Battery life | - | 270 photos |
Type of battery | - | Battery Pack |
Battery model | - | NP-BX1 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 12 seconds) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Type of storage | SC/SDHC, Internal | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Memory Stick Duo/Pro Duo/Pro-HG Duo |
Storage slots | One | One |
Cost at release | $299 | $2,798 |