Olympus 8000 vs Sony HX30V

Lets look more closely at the Olympus 8000 vs Sony HX30V, one is a Small Sensor Compact and the other is a Small Sensor Superzoom by brands Olympus and Sony. There is a big difference between the resolutions of the 8000 (12MP) and HX30V (18MP) but both cameras offer the same sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The 8000 was revealed 3 years earlier than the HX30V which is quite a big gap as far as tech is concerned. Both cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before we go into a in depth comparison, here is a concise view of how the 8000 grades against the HX30V in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

The following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Olympus Stylus Tough 8000 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX30V. The full galleries are provided at Olympus 8000 Gallery and Sony HX30V Gallery.

For anyone who is planning to travel with your camera regularly, you'll have to think about its weight and measurements. The Olympus 8000 offers exterior dimensions of 95mm x 62mm x 22mm (3.7" x 2.4" x 0.9") with a weight of 182 grams (0.40 lbs) whilst the Sony HX30V has proportions of 107mm x 62mm x 35mm (4.2" x 2.4" x 1.4") and a weight of 254 grams (0.56 lbs).

Examine the Olympus 8000 vs Sony HX30V in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you have at that time. Following is a front view physical size comparison of the 8000 compared to the HX30V.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability rating of the 8000 and HX30V is 94 and 90 respectively.

Often, it is very tough to see the contrast between sensor dimensions just by reading through a spec sheet. The picture here will provide you a greater sense of the sensor dimensions in the 8000 and HX30V.

As you can see, both cameras have the same sensor dimensions but not the same MP. You should anticipate the Sony HX30V to resolve greater detail because of its extra 6 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also let you crop pics a bit more aggressively. The more aged 8000 is going to be behind in sensor technology.