Olympus 6020 vs Sony A330
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Olympus 6020 vs Sony A330 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 13MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 64 - 1600
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 28-140mm (F3.9-5.9) lens
- 122g - 95 x 62 x 22mm
- Introduced February 2010
- Other Name is mju Tough 6020
(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
- Launched May 2009
- Earlier Model is Sony A300
Olympus 6020 vs Sony A330 Overview
Here, we are looking at the Olympus 6020 versus Sony A330, one being a Waterproof and the other is a Entry-Level DSLR by competitors Olympus and Sony. There is a significant difference between the sensor resolutions of the 6020 (13MP) and A330 (10MP) and the 6020 (1/2.3") and A330 (APS-C) provide different sensor size.
Samsung Releases Faster Versions of EVO MicroSD CardsThe 6020 was launched 9 months later than the A330 so they are both of a similar generation. Both of these cameras feature different body design with the Olympus 6020 being a Compact camera and the Sony A330 being a Compact SLR camera.
Before diving into a more detailed comparison, here is a brief synopsis of how the 6020 grades versus the A330 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.
Olympus 6020 vs Sony A330 Gallery
Following is a sample of the gallery pics for Olympus Stylus Tough 6020 and Sony Alpha DSLR-A330. The complete galleries are provided at Olympus 6020 Gallery and Sony A330 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Olympus 6020 over the Sony A330
6020 | A330 | |||
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Launched | February 2010 | May 2009 | More recent by 9 months |
Reasons to pick Sony A330 over the Olympus 6020
A330 | 6020 | |||
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Focus manually | Dial precise focusing | |||
Display type | Tilting | Fixed | Tilting display |
Common features in the Olympus 6020 and Sony A330
6020 | A330 | |||
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Display size | 2.7" | 2.7" | Same display size | |
Display resolution | 230k | 230k | Same display resolution | |
Selfie screen | Neither comes with selfie screen | |||
Touch display | Neither comes with Touch display |
Olympus 6020 vs Sony A330 Physical Comparison
In case you're looking to lug around your camera frequently, you're going to have to consider its weight and size. The Olympus 6020 comes with external dimensions of 95mm x 62mm x 22mm (3.7" x 2.4" x 0.9") accompanied by a weight of 122 grams (0.27 lbs) whilst the Sony A330 has specifications of 128mm x 97mm x 71mm (5.0" x 3.8" x 2.8") along with a weight of 529 grams (1.17 lbs).
Take a look at the Olympus 6020 versus Sony A330 in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you are working with at that moment. Following is a front view measurement comparison of the 6020 vs the A330.
Looking at size and weight, the portability grade of the 6020 and A330 is 95 and 67 respectively.
Olympus 6020 vs Sony A330 Sensor Comparison
Generally, it's difficult to imagine the contrast between sensor measurements purely by going over specifications. The graphic below should provide you a more clear sense of the sensor sizes in the 6020 and A330.
Plainly, each of the cameras feature different megapixel count and different sensor measurements. The 6020 featuring a tinier sensor is going to make achieving bokeh more difficult and the Olympus 6020 will offer greater detail utilizing its extra 3 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also help you crop images way more aggressively. The newer 6020 should have an edge when it comes to sensor technology.
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Olympus 6020 vs Sony A330 Specifications
Olympus Stylus Tough 6020 | Sony Alpha DSLR-A330 | |
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General Information | ||
Make | Olympus | Sony |
Model | Olympus Stylus Tough 6020 | Sony Alpha DSLR-A330 |
Other name | mju Tough 6020 | - |
Type | Waterproof | Entry-Level DSLR |
Introduced | 2010-02-02 | 2009-05-18 |
Physical type | Compact | Compact SLR |
Sensor Information | ||
Powered by | TruePic III | Bionz |
Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | APS-C |
Sensor measurements | 6.08 x 4.56mm | 23.5 x 15.7mm |
Sensor surface area | 27.7mm² | 369.0mm² |
Sensor resolution | 13MP | 10MP |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | 3:2 and 16:9 |
Max resolution | 4288 x 3216 | 3872 x 2592 |
Max native ISO | 1600 | 3200 |
Minimum native ISO | 64 | 100 |
RAW data | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch to focus | ||
Continuous AF | ||
AF single | ||
AF tracking | ||
AF selectice | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
AF multi area | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detection AF | ||
Contract detection AF | ||
Phase detection AF | ||
Number of focus points | - | 9 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | fixed lens | Sony/Minolta Alpha |
Lens focal range | 28-140mm (5.0x) | - |
Maximum aperture | f/3.9-5.9 | - |
Macro focus range | 1cm | - |
Number of lenses | - | 143 |
Focal length multiplier | 5.9 | 1.5 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fixed Type | Tilting |
Screen sizing | 2.7" | 2.7" |
Resolution of screen | 230k dots | 230k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch friendly | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | Optical (pentamirror) |
Viewfinder coverage | - | 95 percent |
Viewfinder magnification | - | 0.49x |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 1/4 secs | 30 secs |
Max shutter speed | 1/2000 secs | 1/4000 secs |
Continuous shutter rate | 5.0 frames/s | 3.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Exposure compensation | - | Yes |
Custom WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash range | 4.00 m | 10.00 m |
Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Fill-in | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync, Rear Curtain, Wireless |
External flash | ||
AE bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Max flash synchronize | - | 1/160 secs |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (30 fps) 640 x 480 (30, 15 fps), 320 x 240 (30, 15 fps) | - |
Max video resolution | 1280x720 | None |
Video format | H.264 | - |
Microphone 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 proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 122 gr (0.27 lb) | 529 gr (1.17 lb) |
Physical dimensions | 95 x 62 x 22mm (3.7" x 2.4" x 0.9") | 128 x 97 x 71mm (5.0" x 3.8" x 2.8") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall score | not tested | 64 |
DXO Color Depth score | not tested | 22.4 |
DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | 11.5 |
DXO Low light score | not tested | 535 |
Other | ||
Battery life | - | 230 photographs |
Battery style | - | Battery Pack |
Battery model | Li-50B | NP-FH50 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 12 seconds) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC, Internal | SD/ SDHC, Memory Stick Pro Duo |
Card slots | One | One |
Launch pricing | $279 | $545 |