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Olympus 6010 vs Sony WX5

Portability
94
Imaging
35
Features
21
Overall
29
Olympus Stylus Tough 6010 front
 
Sony Cyber-shot DSC-WX5 front
Portability
95
Imaging
35
Features
29
Overall
32

Olympus 6010 vs Sony WX5 Key Specs

Olympus 6010
(Full Review)
  • 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 2.7" Fixed Screen
  • 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
  • Also referred to as mju Tough 6010
Sony WX5
(Full Review)
  • 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 2.8" Fixed Display
  • ISO 125 - 3200
  • Optical Image Stabilization
  • 1920 x 1080 video
  • 24-120mm (F2.4-5.9) lens
  • 146g - 92 x 52 x 22mm
  • Released July 2010
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Olympus 6010 vs Sony WX5 Overview

Its time to look a little more in depth at the Olympus 6010 versus Sony WX5, one being a Waterproof and the other is a Small Sensor Compact by competitors Olympus and Sony. The resolution of the 6010 (12MP) and the WX5 (12MP) is fairly close and they enjoy the exact same sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The 6010 was revealed 11 months prior to the WX5 which means that they are both of a similar generation. Both of the cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).

Before we go in to a thorough comparison, below is a short synopsis of how the 6010 scores versus the WX5 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

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Reasons to pick Olympus 6010 over the Sony WX5

 6010 WX5 

Reasons to pick Sony WX5 over the Olympus 6010

 WX5 6010 
ReleasedJuly 2010July 2009Fresher by 11 months
Display dimension2.8"2.7"Larger display (+0.1")
Display resolution461k230kCrisper display (+231k dot)

Common features in the Olympus 6010 and Sony WX5

 6010 WX5 
Manual focus No manual focusing
Display typeFixed Fixed Fixed display
Selfie screen Neither has selfie screen
Touch friendly display Neither has Touch friendly display

Olympus 6010 vs Sony WX5 Physical Comparison

For those who are planning to carry your camera, you will want to factor its weight and measurements. The Olympus 6010 has outside measurements 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 WX5 has proportions of 92mm x 52mm x 22mm (3.6" x 2.0" x 0.9") having a weight of 146 grams (0.32 lbs).

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Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you choose at the time. Underneath is the front view over all size comparison of the 6010 vs the WX5.

Olympus 6010 vs Sony WX5 size comparison

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability rating of the 6010 and WX5 is 94 and 95 respectively.

Olympus 6010 vs Sony WX5 top view buttons comparison

Olympus 6010 vs Sony WX5 Sensor Comparison

Often, it's difficult to picture the contrast in sensor sizing simply by viewing a spec sheet. The photograph here will give you a more clear sense of the sensor sizing in the 6010 and WX5.

Clearly, both of the cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements and the exact same megapixels therefore you should expect comparable quality of files although you have to factor the production date of the cameras into account. The older 6010 will be disadvantaged with regard to sensor innovation.

Olympus 6010 vs Sony WX5 sensor size comparison

Olympus 6010 vs Sony WX5 Screen and ViewFinder

Olympus 6010 vs Sony WX5 Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Olympus 6010 Portrait photography factors
Sony WX5 Portrait photography factors
21
lack of manual focus
no manual mode
no external flash support
MP count low (12MP)
tiny sensor size (1/2.3")
lacks RAW files
21
no manual focus
lack of manual mode
external flash not possible
megapixel count low (12 megapixels)
sensor size is small (1/2.3")
lacks RAW format
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Street Comparison

Olympus 6010 Street photography features
Sony WX5 Street photography features
62
built in image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
weather proofing
no moving screen
tiny sensor size (1/2.3")
lacks RAW files
57
has image stabilization (Optical)
screen is fixed
sensor size is small (1/2.3")
lacks RAW format
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Sports Comparison

Olympus 6010 Sports photography factors
Sony WX5 Sports photography factors
34
built in image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
weather proofing
no shutter priority mode
MP count low (12MP)
tiny sensor size (1/2.3")
lacks phase detect AF
34
has image stabilization (Optical)
includes tracking autofocus
no shutter priority
megapixel count low (12 megapixels)
sensor size is small (1/2.3")
lacks phase detect auto focus
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Travel Comparison

Olympus 6010 Travel photography factors
Sony WX5 Travel photography factors
61
weather proofing
built-in flash
reasonably wide (28mm)
no Time Lapse mode
MP count low (12 megapixels)
does not contain selfie friendly screen
somewhat slow maximum aperture (f3.5)
58
built-in flash
reasonably wide (24mm)
lack of Time Lapse function
megapixel count low (12 megapixels)
screen isn't selfie friendly
slow maximum aperture (f2.4)
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Landscape Comparison

Olympus 6010 Landscape photography factors
Sony WX5 Landscape photography factors
35
reasonably wide (28mm)
built in image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
weather proofing
lack of manual focus
fixed lens (fixed lens mount)
somewhat slow maximum aperture (f3.5)
screen is somewhat small (2.7 inch)
no manual mode
MP count low (12 megapixels)
tiny sensor size (1/2.3")
lacks RAW files
no Time Lapse mode
37
reasonably wide (24mm)
nice screen size (2.8")
has image stabilization (Optical)
no manual focus
lens is fixed (fixed lens mount)
slow maximum aperture (f2.4)
lack of manual mode
megapixel count low (12 megapixels)
sensor size is small (1/2.3")
lacks RAW format
lack of Time Lapse function
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Vlogging Comparison

Olympus 6010 Vlogging info
Sony WX5 Vlogging info
28
reasonably wide (28mm)
built in image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
somewhat slow maximum aperture (f3.5)
does not contain selfie friendly screen
low video resolution (640 x 480 resolution)
no mic jack
32
reasonably wide (24mm)
has image stabilization (Optical)
high res video (1920 x 1080 resolution)
slow maximum aperture (f2.4)
screen isn't selfie friendly
lack of external mic port
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Olympus 6010 vs Sony WX5 Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Olympus 6010 and Sony WX5
 Olympus Stylus Tough 6010Sony Cyber-shot DSC-WX5
General Information
Brand Olympus Sony
Model Olympus Stylus Tough 6010 Sony Cyber-shot DSC-WX5
Also referred to as mju Tough 6010 -
Category Waterproof Small Sensor Compact
Introduced 2009-07-17 2010-07-08
Body design Compact Compact
Sensor Information
Chip TruePic III Bionz
Sensor type CCD BSI-CMOS
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 and 16:9
Full resolution 3968 x 2976 4000 x 3000
Max native ISO 1600 3200
Lowest native ISO 64 125
RAW format
Autofocusing
Manual focus
Autofocus touch
Autofocus continuous
Single autofocus
Tracking autofocus
Selective autofocus
Autofocus center weighted
Multi area autofocus
Autofocus live view
Face detection focus
Contract detection focus
Phase detection focus
Number of focus points - 9
Lens
Lens mount fixed lens fixed lens
Lens focal range 28-102mm (3.6x) 24-120mm (5.0x)
Maximal aperture f/3.5-5.1 f/2.4-5.9
Macro focus range 2cm 5cm
Focal length multiplier 5.8 5.8
Screen
Range of screen Fixed Type Fixed Type
Screen size 2.7 inches 2.8 inches
Screen resolution 230 thousand dot 461 thousand dot
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch function
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder None None
Features
Lowest shutter speed 1/4s 2s
Highest shutter speed 1/2000s 1/1600s
Continuous shooting speed - 10.0 frames/s
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Manually set exposure
Custom white balance
Image stabilization
Built-in flash
Flash range 4.00 m 5.10 m
Flash options - Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow sync
Hot shoe
AE bracketing
WB bracketing
Exposure
Multisegment
Average
Spot
Partial
AF area
Center weighted
Video features
Supported video resolutions 640 x 480 (30, 15 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) 1920 x 1080 (50 fps), 1440 x 1080 (50, 25fps), 1280 x 720 (25 fps), 640 x 480 (25 fps)
Max video resolution 640x480 1920x1080
Video format Motion JPEG AVCHD
Mic jack
Headphone jack
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 179 gr (0.39 lb) 146 gr (0.32 lb)
Dimensions 95 x 63 x 22mm (3.7" x 2.5" x 0.9") 92 x 52 x 22mm (3.6" x 2.0" x 0.9")
DXO scores
DXO All around 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 NP-BN1
Self timer Yes (12 seconds) Yes (2 or 10 sec)
Time lapse shooting
Storage media xD Picture Card, microSD Card, Internal SD/ SDHC/ SDXC, Memory Stick Duo/Pro Duo, Internal
Storage slots 1 1
Launch price $0 $250