Olympus 6020 vs Sony WX50

Here is a comprehensive review of the Olympus 6020 versus Sony WX50, former being a Waterproof while the latter is a Small Sensor Compact by rivals Olympus and Sony. The image resolution of the 6020 (13MP) and the WX50 (16MP) is relatively close and both cameras have the identical sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The 6020 was introduced 24 months prior to the WX50 which makes them a generation apart from one another. Both of the cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before going right into a thorough comparison, here is a brief synopsis of how the 6020 scores versus the WX50 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Following is a preview of the gallery photos for Olympus Stylus Tough 6020 & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-WX50. The whole galleries are viewable at Olympus 6020 Gallery & Sony WX50 Gallery.

In case you're looking to carry your camera regularly, you will need to consider its weight and dimensions. The Olympus 6020 comes with external dimensions of 95mm x 62mm x 22mm (3.7" x 2.4" x 0.9") with a weight of 122 grams (0.27 lbs) whilst the Sony WX50 has dimensions of 92mm x 52mm x 19mm (3.6" x 2.0" x 0.7") along with a weight of 117 grams (0.26 lbs).

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Don't forget, the weight of an ILC will differ dependant on the lens you are utilizing at that moment. Following is a front view measurement comparison of the 6020 and the WX50.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the 6020 and WX50 is 95 and 96 respectively.

Normally, its tough to imagine the difference in sensor sizing purely by looking through specs. The graphic underneath should offer you a better sense of the sensor dimensions in the 6020 and WX50.

All in all, both cameras come with the identical sensor size albeit different megapixels. You can count on the Sony WX50 to render more detail using its extra 3MP. Higher resolution will also help you crop pictures a good deal more aggressively. The older 6020 will be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor innovation.