Olympus 6020 vs Sony W230
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Olympus 6020 vs Sony W230 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
- Revealed February 2010
- Additionally Known as mju Tough 6020
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 640 x 480 video
- 30-120mm (F2.8-5.8) lens
- 156g - 95 x 57 x 22mm
- Announced February 2009

Olympus 6020 vs Sony W230 Overview
Its time to take a closer look at the Olympus 6020 versus Sony W230, one is a Waterproof and the other is a Small Sensor Compact by brands Olympus and Sony. The image resolution of the 6020 (13MP) and the W230 (12MP) is very well matched and both cameras boast the identical sensor sizing (1/2.3").

The 6020 was released 12 months after the W230 so they are of a similar generation. Both cameras feature the same body design (Compact).
Before getting straight to a comprehensive comparison, here is a concise overview of how the 6020 grades vs the W230 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Olympus 6020 vs Sony W230 Gallery
Here is a sample of the gallery pics for Olympus Stylus Tough 6020 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W230. The complete galleries are provided at Olympus 6020 Gallery and Sony W230 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Olympus 6020 over the Sony W230
6020 | W230 | |||
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Announced | February 2010 | ![]() | February 2009 | More modern by 12 months |
Reasons to pick Sony W230 over the Olympus 6020
W230 | 6020 | |||
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Manual focus | ![]() | Very accurate focusing | ||
Display size | 3" | ![]() | 2.7" | Larger display (+0.3") |
Common features in the Olympus 6020 and Sony W230
6020 | W230 | |||
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Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Display resolution | 230k | ![]() | 230k | Same display resolution |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Lack of selfie screen | ||
Touch display | ![]() | Lack of Touch display |
Olympus 6020 vs Sony W230 Physical Comparison
For anybody who is going to carry around your camera, you'll need to think about its weight and measurements. The Olympus 6020 has physical dimensions of 95mm x 62mm x 22mm (3.7" x 2.4" x 0.9") along with a weight of 122 grams (0.27 lbs) whilst the Sony W230 has proportions of 95mm x 57mm x 22mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.9") with a weight of 156 grams (0.34 lbs).
Contrast the Olympus 6020 versus Sony W230 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you have chosen during that time. Following is a front view scale comparison of the 6020 and the W230.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability rating of the 6020 and W230 is 95 and 95 respectively.

Olympus 6020 vs Sony W230 Sensor Comparison
Oftentimes, it is very difficult to envision the gap between sensor sizes merely by looking at technical specs. The image below should provide you a stronger sense of the sensor sizes in the 6020 and W230.
As you have seen, both of those cameras come with the identical sensor size but not the same megapixels. You should expect to see the Olympus 6020 to resolve extra detail as a result of its extra 1MP. Greater resolution can also let you crop photos a good deal more aggressively. The more modern 6020 is going to have an edge in sensor technology.

Olympus 6020 vs Sony W230 Screen and ViewFinder


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Olympus 6020 vs Sony W230 Specifications
Olympus Stylus Tough 6020 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W230 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | Olympus | Sony |
Model type | Olympus Stylus Tough 6020 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W230 |
Alternative name | mju Tough 6020 | - |
Category | Waterproof | Small Sensor Compact |
Revealed | 2010-02-02 | 2009-02-17 |
Physical type | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor Chip | TruePic III | - |
Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 6.08 x 4.56mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor area | 27.7mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 13 megapixel | 12 megapixel |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Max resolution | 4288 x 3216 | 4000 x 3000 |
Max native ISO | 1600 | 3200 |
Min native ISO | 64 | 80 |
RAW pictures | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
Touch focus | ||
Continuous AF | ||
Single AF | ||
Tracking AF | ||
Selective AF | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
AF multi area | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detection focusing | ||
Contract detection focusing | ||
Phase detection focusing | ||
Total focus points | - | 9 |
Lens | ||
Lens support | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 28-140mm (5.0x) | 30-120mm (4.0x) |
Largest aperture | f/3.9-5.9 | f/2.8-5.8 |
Macro focusing distance | 1cm | 4cm |
Crop factor | 5.9 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen sizing | 2.7" | 3" |
Screen resolution | 230 thousand dots | 230 thousand dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch function | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 1/4 secs | 1 secs |
Max shutter speed | 1/2000 secs | 1/1600 secs |
Continuous shutter rate | 5.0 frames/s | 2.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Change WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash distance | 4.00 m | 3.90 m |
Flash settings | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Fill-in | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye reduction, Slow Sync |
External flash | ||
AEB | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (30 fps) 640 x 480 (30, 15 fps), 320 x 240 (30, 15 fps) | 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) |
Max video resolution | 1280x720 | 640x480 |
Video file format | H.264 | Motion JPEG |
Microphone port | ||
Headphone port | ||
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 proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 122 gr (0.27 pounds) | 156 gr (0.34 pounds) |
Physical dimensions | 95 x 62 x 22mm (3.7" x 2.4" x 0.9") | 95 x 57 x 22mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.9") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light rating | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery ID | Li-50B | - |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 12 seconds) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Storage type | SD/SDHC, Internal | Memory Stick Duo / Pro Duo, Internal |
Card slots | Single | Single |
Price at release | $279 | $180 |