Olympus 6010 vs Sony HX7V

Here, we will be evaluating the Olympus 6010 versus Sony HX7V, one is a Waterproof and the latter is a Small Sensor Compact by brands Olympus and Sony. There is a crucial difference among the sensor resolutions of the 6010 (12MP) and HX7V (16MP) but both cameras offer the identical sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The 6010 was introduced 24 months earlier than the HX7V which makes them a generation away from each other. Both of these cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before we go into a in-depth comparison, here is a concise highlight of how the 6010 grades versus the HX7V with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Below is a preview of the gallery photos for Olympus Stylus Tough 6010 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX7V. The whole galleries are available at Olympus 6010 Gallery and Sony HX7V Gallery.

If you're going to carry around your camera regularly, you should consider its weight and size. The Olympus 6010 enjoys outside dimensions of 95mm x 63mm x 22mm (3.7" x 2.5" x 0.9") and a weight of 179 grams (0.39 lbs) while the Sony HX7V has specifications of 102mm x 58mm x 29mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.1") accompanied by a weight of 208 grams (0.46 lbs).

Examine the Olympus 6010 versus Sony HX7V in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you are utilizing at that time. Here is a front view measurements comparison of the 6010 compared to the HX7V.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability grade of the 6010 and HX7V is 94 and 92 respectively.

In many cases, its hard to visualise the contrast in sensor sizes just by checking out specifications. The picture underneath will help provide you a much better sense of the sensor sizes in the 6010 and HX7V.

To sum up, both the cameras come with the identical sensor size albeit not the same resolution. You should count on the Sony HX7V to produce greater detail using its extra 4 Megapixels. Higher resolution will allow you to crop photographs a good deal more aggressively. The more aged 6010 will be disadvantaged in sensor tech.