Olympus 8000 vs Sony W230

Its time to take a more detailed look at the Olympus 8000 versus Sony W230, both Small Sensor Compact cameras by rivals Olympus and Sony. The resolution of the 8000 (12MP) and the W230 (12MP) is fairly comparable and both cameras boast the same sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The 8000 was manufactured 5 months later than the W230 which means that they are both of a similar generation. Both of these cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before getting straight to a full comparison, here is a quick highlight of how the 8000 scores versus the W230 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Olympus Stylus Tough 8000 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W230. The entire galleries are provided at Olympus 8000 Gallery and Sony W230 Gallery.

For those who are going to carry your camera often, you need to factor its weight and volume. The Olympus 8000 provides outside measurements of 95mm x 62mm x 22mm (3.7" x 2.4" x 0.9") accompanied by a weight of 182 grams (0.40 lbs) and the Sony W230 has sizing of 95mm x 57mm x 22mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.9") accompanied by a weight of 156 grams (0.34 lbs).

Contrast the Olympus 8000 versus Sony W230 in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you have during that time. Below is a front view overall size comparison of the 8000 vs the W230.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability score of the 8000 and W230 is 94 and 95 respectively.

Typically, its tough to envision the difference in sensor sizing simply by checking out a spec sheet. The photograph here should give you a better sense of the sensor sizing in the 8000 and W230.

Clearly, both of these cameras provide the same sensor dimensions and the identical megapixels therefore you should expect comparable quality of pictures however you will need to take the release date of the cameras into account.