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Olympus 6010 vs Sony A330

Portability
94
Imaging
35
Features
21
Overall
29
Olympus Stylus Tough 6010 front
 
Sony Alpha DSLR-A330 front
Portability
67
Imaging
50
Features
50
Overall
50

Olympus 6010 vs Sony A330 Key Specs

Olympus 6010
(Full Review)
  • 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 2.7" Fixed Display
  • ISO 64 - 1600
  • Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
  • 640 x 480 video
  • 28-102mm (F3.5-5.1) lens
  • 179g - 95 x 63 x 22mm
  • Introduced July 2009
  • Alternative Name is mju Tough 6010
Sony A330
(Full Review)
  • 10MP - APS-C Sensor
  • 2.7" Tilting Display
  • ISO 100 - 3200
  • Sensor based Image Stabilization
  • No Video
  • Sony/Minolta Alpha Mount
  • 529g - 128 x 97 x 71mm
  • Announced May 2009
  • Superseded the Sony A300
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Olympus 6010 vs Sony A330 Overview

Below, we are evaluating the Olympus 6010 and Sony A330, one is a Waterproof and the other is a Entry-Level DSLR by competitors Olympus and Sony. The image resolution of the 6010 (12MP) and the A330 (10MP) is fairly similar but the 6010 (1/2.3") and A330 (APS-C) use different sensor size.

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The 6010 was revealed 2 months after the A330 and they are of a similar generation. Each of these cameras come with different body type with the Olympus 6010 being a Compact camera and the Sony A330 being a Compact SLR camera.

Before delving through a step-by-step comparison, below is a quick introduction of how the 6010 scores against the A330 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

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Reasons to pick Olympus 6010 over the Sony A330

 6010 A330 

Reasons to pick Sony A330 over the Olympus 6010

 A330 6010 
Manual focus Dial precise focus
Display typeTiltingFixed Tilting display

Common features in the Olympus 6010 and Sony A330

 6010 A330 
AnnouncedJuly 2009May 2009Similar generation
Display dimension2.7"2.7"Identical display size
Display resolution230k230kEqual display resolution
Selfie screen Missing selfie screen
Touch friendly display Missing Touch friendly display

Olympus 6010 vs Sony A330 Physical Comparison

In case you're aiming to carry around your camera frequently, you're going to have to factor its weight and proportions. The Olympus 6010 enjoys exterior dimensions of 95mm x 63mm x 22mm (3.7" x 2.5" x 0.9") accompanied by a weight of 179 grams (0.39 lbs) whilst the Sony A330 has measurements of 128mm x 97mm x 71mm (5.0" x 3.8" x 2.8") having a weight of 529 grams (1.17 lbs).

Compare the Olympus 6010 and Sony A330 in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool. Camera Size Comparison with Lenses

Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you are utilizing at that time. Below is the front view size comparison of the 6010 vs the A330.

Olympus 6010 vs Sony A330 size comparison

Using dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the 6010 and A330 is 94 and 67 respectively.

Olympus 6010 vs Sony A330 top view buttons comparison

Olympus 6010 vs Sony A330 Sensor Comparison

Normally, it's difficult to picture the contrast between sensor sizes simply by reviewing specs. The image here should give you a clearer sense of the sensor sizes in the 6010 and A330.

All in all, the 2 cameras posses different megapixels and different sensor sizes. The 6010 using its tinier sensor is going to make shooting shallow DOF more challenging and the Olympus 6010 will offer you more detail because of its extra 2 Megapixels. Greater resolution can also let you crop pics somewhat more aggressively.

Olympus 6010 vs Sony A330 sensor size comparison

Olympus 6010 vs Sony A330 Screen and ViewFinder

Olympus 6010 vs Sony A330 Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Olympus 6010 Portrait photography info
Sony A330 Portrait photography info
21
focusing manually not possible
no manual exposure
can't use external flash
sensor resolution low (12 megapixels)
very small sensor (1/2.3")
does not have RAW support
62
manual focus
decent sensor size (APS-C)
has face detect focus
supports RAW formats
MP count low (10 megapixels)
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Street Comparison

Olympus 6010 Street photography advice
Sony A330 Street photography advice
62
image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
environment proof
no articulating screen
very small sensor (1/2.3")
does not have RAW support
75
screen tilts
built in image stabilization (Sensor based)
decent sensor size (APS-C)
supports RAW formats
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Sports Comparison

Olympus 6010 Sports photography highlights
Sony A330 Sports photography highlights
34
image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
environment proof
no shutter priority
sensor resolution low (12MP)
very small sensor (1/2.3")
does not have phase detect autofocus
50
built in image stabilization (Sensor based)
decent sensor size (APS-C)
sensor has phase detect auto focus
slow continuous shooting (3.0 fps)
MP count low (10MP)
low battery pack (230 shots)
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Travel Comparison

Olympus 6010 Travel photography details
Sony A330 Travel photography details
61
environment proof
built-in flash
rather wide (28mm)
lack of Timelapse function
sensor resolution low (12MP)
does not have a selfie friendly screen
somewhat slow max aperture (f3.5)
44
has built in flash
does not have Time Lapse function
low battery pack (230 CIPA)
MP count low (10MP)
display is not selfie friendly
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Landscape Comparison

Olympus 6010 Landscape photography details
Sony A330 Landscape photography details
35
rather wide (28mm)
image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
environment proof
focusing manually not possible
fixed lens (fixed lens mount)
somewhat slow max aperture (f3.5)
small screen (2.7 inch)
no manual exposure
sensor resolution low (12 megapixels)
very small sensor (1/2.3")
does not have RAW support
lack of Timelapse function
54
manual focus
switch lenses (Sony/Minolta Alpha mount)
built in image stabilization (Sensor based)
decent sensor size (APS-C)
supports RAW formats
screen is somewhat small (2.7")
MP count low (10 megapixels)
low battery pack (230 CIPA)
does not have Time Lapse function
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Vlogging Comparison

Olympus 6010 Vlogging features
Sony A330 Vlogging features
28
rather wide (28mm)
image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
somewhat slow max aperture (f3.5)
does not have a selfie friendly screen
low res video (640 x 480 resolution)
lack of microphone support
9
no video recording
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Olympus 6010 vs Sony A330 Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Olympus 6010 and Sony A330
 Olympus Stylus Tough 6010Sony Alpha DSLR-A330
General Information
Brand Name Olympus Sony
Model type Olympus Stylus Tough 6010 Sony Alpha DSLR-A330
Also referred to as mju Tough 6010 -
Category Waterproof Entry-Level DSLR
Introduced 2009-07-17 2009-05-18
Physical type Compact Compact SLR
Sensor Information
Processor TruePic III Bionz
Sensor type CCD CCD
Sensor size 1/2.3" APS-C
Sensor dimensions 6.17 x 4.55mm 23.5 x 15.7mm
Sensor area 28.1mm² 369.0mm²
Sensor resolution 12MP 10MP
Anti alias filter
Aspect ratio 4:3 and 16:9 3:2 and 16:9
Highest Possible resolution 3968 x 2976 3872 x 2592
Maximum native ISO 1600 3200
Min native ISO 64 100
RAW format
Autofocusing
Focus manually
Autofocus touch
Continuous autofocus
Autofocus single
Tracking autofocus
Selective autofocus
Center weighted autofocus
Autofocus multi area
Autofocus live view
Face detect autofocus
Contract detect autofocus
Phase detect autofocus
Total focus points - 9
Lens
Lens support fixed lens Sony/Minolta Alpha
Lens zoom range 28-102mm (3.6x) -
Maximal aperture f/3.5-5.1 -
Macro focusing range 2cm -
Available lenses - 143
Focal length multiplier 5.8 1.5
Screen
Display type Fixed Type Tilting
Display size 2.7 inch 2.7 inch
Display resolution 230k dots 230k dots
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch display
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder None Optical (pentamirror)
Viewfinder coverage - 95 percent
Viewfinder magnification - 0.49x
Features
Min shutter speed 1/4s 30s
Max shutter speed 1/2000s 1/4000s
Continuous shutter rate - 3.0 frames/s
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Manually set exposure
Exposure compensation - Yes
Set white balance
Image stabilization
Built-in flash
Flash distance 4.00 m 10.00 m
Flash modes - Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync, Rear Curtain, Wireless
Hot shoe
Auto exposure bracketing
WB bracketing
Max flash synchronize - 1/160s
Exposure
Multisegment metering
Average metering
Spot metering
Partial metering
AF area metering
Center weighted metering
Video features
Video resolutions 640 x 480 (30, 15 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) -
Maximum video resolution 640x480 None
Video format Motion JPEG -
Mic support
Headphone support
Connectivity
Wireless None None
Bluetooth
NFC
HDMI
USB USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec)
GPS None None
Physical
Environmental sealing
Water proofing
Dust proofing
Shock proofing
Crush proofing
Freeze proofing
Weight 179 gr (0.39 lbs) 529 gr (1.17 lbs)
Dimensions 95 x 63 x 22mm (3.7" x 2.5" x 0.9") 128 x 97 x 71mm (5.0" x 3.8" x 2.8")
DXO scores
DXO Overall rating not tested 64
DXO Color Depth rating not tested 22.4
DXO Dynamic range rating not tested 11.5
DXO Low light rating not tested 535
Other
Battery life - 230 photos
Style of battery - Battery Pack
Battery ID LI-50C NP-FH50
Self timer Yes (12 seconds) Yes (2 or 10 sec)
Time lapse feature
Type of storage xD Picture Card, microSD Card, Internal SD/ SDHC, Memory Stick Pro Duo
Card slots One One
Retail cost $0 $545