Olympus 7040 vs Sony W650

Let's take a more detailed look at the Olympus 7040 versus Sony W650, both Small Sensor Compact cameras by manufacturers Olympus and Sony. The sensor resolution of the 7040 (14MP) and the W650 (16MP) is very comparable and they come with the exact same sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The 7040 was introduced 24 months before the W650 making the cameras a generation away from each other. Both the cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).

Before we go in to a comprehensive comparison, below is a simple view of how the 7040 scores against the W650 for portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Here is a sample of the gallery pics for Olympus Stylus 7040 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W650. The whole galleries are viewable at Olympus 7040 Gallery and Sony W650 Gallery.

For those who are intending to travel with your camera, you have to consider its weight and dimensions. The Olympus 7040 features external measurements 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 W650 has dimensions of 94mm x 56mm x 19mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.7") having a weight of 124 grams (0.27 lbs).

Examine the Olympus 7040 versus Sony W650 in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you select at that moment. The following is the front view over all size comparison of the 7040 against the W650.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability rating of the 7040 and W650 is 95 and 96 respectively.

Generally, its hard to imagine the gap in sensor dimensions merely by seeing technical specs. The picture underneath may offer you a better sense of the sensor sizing in the 7040 and W650.

As you can tell, both of these cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements but different MP. You should expect to see the Sony W650 to show extra detail using its extra 2MP. Greater resolution will allow you to crop pics much more aggressively. The more aged 7040 will be behind with regard to sensor innovation.