Olympus 6010 vs Sony W230
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95 Imaging
34 Features
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Olympus 6010 vs Sony W230 Key Specs
(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
- Launched July 2009
- Alternate Name is mju Tough 6010
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 640 x 480 video
- 30-120mm (F2.8-5.8) lens
- 156g - 95 x 57 x 22mm
- Introduced February 2009

Olympus 6010 vs Sony W230 Overview
Let's look a bit more in depth at the Olympus 6010 vs Sony W230, one is a Waterproof and the latter is a Small Sensor Compact by manufacturers Olympus and Sony. The sensor resolution of the 6010 (12MP) and the W230 (12MP) is relatively comparable and they feature the same exact sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

The 6010 was released 5 months after the W230 and they are of a similar generation. Each of the cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).
Before we go in to a detailed comparison, below is a simple introduction of how the 6010 grades vs the W230 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Olympus 6010 vs Sony W230 Gallery
Following is a preview of the gallery photos for Olympus Stylus Tough 6010 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W230. The complete galleries are available at Olympus 6010 Gallery and Sony W230 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Olympus 6010 over the Sony W230
6010 | W230 |
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Reasons to pick Sony W230 over the Olympus 6010
W230 | 6010 | |||
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Manual focus | ![]() | More accurate focusing | ||
Screen sizing | 3" | ![]() | 2.7" | Bigger screen (+0.3") |
Common features in the Olympus 6010 and Sony W230
6010 | W230 | |||
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Introduced | July 2009 | ![]() | February 2009 | Same generation |
Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Screen resolution | 230k | ![]() | 230k | Equal screen resolution |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither offers selfie screen | ||
Touch friendly screen | ![]() | Neither offers Touch friendly screen |
Olympus 6010 vs Sony W230 Physical Comparison
If you are going to carry around your camera regularly, you will have to factor its weight and dimensions. The Olympus 6010 offers physical 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) while the Sony W230 has dimensions of 95mm x 57mm x 22mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.9") having a weight of 156 grams (0.34 lbs).
Examine the Olympus 6010 vs Sony W230 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you use during that time. Here is the front view over all size comparison of the 6010 against the W230.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the 6010 and W230 is 94 and 95 respectively.

Olympus 6010 vs Sony W230 Sensor Comparison
Typically, it's tough to picture the difference in sensor sizes purely by going through a spec sheet. The picture underneath will help provide you a greater sense of the sensor dimensions in the 6010 and W230.
Clearly, the two cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing and the same MP and you should expect comparable quality of files though you have to consider the release date of the cameras into account.

Olympus 6010 vs Sony W230 Screen and ViewFinder


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Olympus 6010 vs Sony W230 Specifications
Olympus Stylus Tough 6010 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W230 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | Olympus | Sony |
Model | Olympus Stylus Tough 6010 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W230 |
Otherwise known as | mju Tough 6010 | - |
Class | Waterproof | Small Sensor Compact |
Launched | 2009-07-17 | 2009-02-17 |
Physical type | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Powered by | TruePic III | - |
Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 12 megapixels | 12 megapixels |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Highest Possible resolution | 3968 x 2976 | 4000 x 3000 |
Maximum native ISO | 1600 | 3200 |
Min native ISO | 64 | 80 |
RAW files | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Touch focus | ||
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 | ||
Number of focus points | - | 9 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 28-102mm (3.6x) | 30-120mm (4.0x) |
Maximal aperture | f/3.5-5.1 | f/2.8-5.8 |
Macro focus range | 2cm | 4cm |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display size | 2.7" | 3" |
Display resolution | 230k dots | 230k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch friendly | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 1/4 secs | 1 secs |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/2000 secs | 1/1600 secs |
Continuous shutter rate | - | 2.0 frames per second |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Custom white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash range | 4.00 m | 3.90 m |
Flash settings | - | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye reduction, Slow Sync |
External flash | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 640 x 480 (30, 15 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) | 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) |
Maximum video resolution | 640x480 | 640x480 |
Video file format | Motion JPEG | 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 | ||
Environment sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 179g (0.39 pounds) | 156g (0.34 pounds) |
Dimensions | 95 x 63 x 22mm (3.7" x 2.5" x 0.9") | 95 x 57 x 22mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.9") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light score | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery model | LI-50C | - |
Self timer | Yes (12 seconds) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Type of storage | xD Picture Card, microSD Card, Internal | Memory Stick Duo / Pro Duo, Internal |
Card slots | Single | Single |
Pricing at release | $0 | $180 |