Olympus 6020 vs Sony WX10

Lets look more in depth at the Olympus 6020 and Sony WX10, one is a Waterproof and the latter is a Small Sensor Compact by rivals Olympus and Sony. The image resolution of the 6020 (13MP) and the WX10 (16MP) is relatively close and both cameras posses the identical sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The 6020 was revealed 11 months before the WX10 which means that they are of a similar generation. Both of these cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before getting right into a in depth comparison, here is a quick overview of how the 6020 matches up against the WX10 for portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Here is a preview of the gallery photos for Olympus Stylus Tough 6020 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-WX10. The full galleries are available at Olympus 6020 Gallery and Sony WX10 Gallery.

For anybody who is planning to carry around your camera, you'll have to consider its weight and dimensions. The Olympus 6020 offers exterior measurements of 95mm x 62mm x 22mm (3.7" x 2.4" x 0.9") and a weight of 122 grams (0.27 lbs) while the Sony WX10 has dimensions of 95mm x 54mm x 23mm (3.7" x 2.1" x 0.9") with a weight of 161 grams (0.35 lbs).

Contrast the Olympus 6020 and Sony WX10 in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you are working with at the time. Here is a front view proportions comparison of the 6020 and the WX10.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the 6020 and WX10 is 95 and 95 respectively.

Normally, it can be hard to imagine the gap in sensor sizes purely by researching technical specs. The image below should offer you a much better sense of the sensor measurements in the 6020 and WX10.

As you have seen, both the cameras feature the identical sensor size albeit different megapixels. You should count on the Sony WX10 to result in greater detail because of its extra 3MP. Higher resolution can also let you crop pictures way more aggressively. The more aged 6020 will be behind when it comes to sensor innovation.