Olympus 8000 vs Sony W810
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Olympus 8000 vs Sony W810 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 64 - 1600
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 640 x 480 video
- 28-102mm (F3.5-5.1) lens
- 182g - 95 x 62 x 22mm
- Revealed July 2009
- Also referred to as mju Tough 8000
(Full Review)
- 20MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 27-162mm (F3.5-6.5) lens
- 111g - 97 x 56 x 21mm
- Released January 2014
Olympus 8000 vs Sony W810 Overview
On this page, we are matching up the Olympus 8000 and Sony W810, one is a Small Sensor Compact and the other is a Ultracompact by companies Olympus and Sony. There exists a huge gap between the image resolutions of the 8000 (12MP) and W810 (20MP) but both cameras provide the same sensor size (1/2.3").
Meta to Introduce 'AI-Generated' Labels for Media starting next monthThe 8000 was released 5 years prior to the W810 which is quite a significant gap as far as technology is concerned. Both the cameras have different body design with the Olympus 8000 being a Compact camera and the Sony W810 being a Ultracompact camera.
Before we go into a in depth comparison, here is a quick synopsis of how the 8000 grades versus the W810 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.
Olympus 8000 vs Sony W810 Gallery
Following is a sample of the gallery pics for Olympus Stylus Tough 8000 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W810. The complete galleries are provided at Olympus 8000 Gallery and Sony W810 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Olympus 8000 over the Sony W810
8000 | W810 |
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Reasons to pick Sony W810 over the Olympus 8000
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Released | January 2014 | July 2009 | More modern by 55 months |
Common features in the Olympus 8000 and Sony W810
8000 | W810 | |||
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Focus manually | Lack of manual focus | |||
Display type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed display | |
Display dimensions | 2.7" | 2.7" | Equal display size | |
Display resolution | 230k | 230k | Exact same display resolution | |
Selfie screen | Neither features selfie screen | |||
Touch friendly display | Absent Touch friendly display |
Olympus 8000 vs Sony W810 Physical Comparison
If you're looking to carry around your camera regularly, you'll need to factor in its weight and size. The Olympus 8000 enjoys exterior measurements of 95mm x 62mm x 22mm (3.7" x 2.4" x 0.9") along with a weight of 182 grams (0.40 lbs) while the Sony W810 has specifications of 97mm x 56mm x 21mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 0.8") along with a weight of 111 grams (0.24 lbs).
Examine the Olympus 8000 and Sony W810 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you use during that time. The following is a front view physical size comparison of the 8000 compared to the W810.
Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the 8000 and W810 is 94 and 96 respectively.
Olympus 8000 vs Sony W810 Sensor Comparison
Typically, it can be difficult to imagine the gap between sensor sizes just by looking at a spec sheet. The image below may provide you a better sense of the sensor measurements in the 8000 and W810.
As you can see, each of the cameras provide the same sensor dimensions but different MP. You should expect to see the Sony W810 to give you extra detail as a result of its extra 8 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also help you crop photos more aggressively. The more aged 8000 is going to be disadvantaged with regard to sensor innovation.
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Olympus 8000 vs Sony W810 Specifications
Olympus Stylus Tough 8000 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W810 | |
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General Information | ||
Company | Olympus | Sony |
Model | Olympus Stylus Tough 8000 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W810 |
Also called as | mju Tough 8000 | - |
Class | Small Sensor Compact | Ultracompact |
Revealed | 2009-07-01 | 2014-01-07 |
Body design | Compact | Ultracompact |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 6.08 x 4.56mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor area | 27.7mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 12 megapixel | 20 megapixel |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 16:9, 4:3 and 3:2 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Full resolution | 3968 x 2976 | 5152 x 3864 |
Max native ISO | 1600 | 3200 |
Lowest native ISO | 64 | 80 |
RAW files | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detection autofocus | ||
Contract detection autofocus | ||
Phase detection autofocus | ||
Cross focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 28-102mm (3.6x) | 27-162mm (6.0x) |
Max aperture | f/3.5-5.1 | f/3.5-6.5 |
Macro focus distance | 2cm | - |
Focal length multiplier | 5.9 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen size | 2.7 inch | 2.7 inch |
Resolution of screen | 230k dot | 230k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch capability | ||
Screen technology | - | Clear Photo LCD |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 1/4 secs | 2 secs |
Highest shutter speed | 1/2000 secs | 1/1500 secs |
Continuous shooting speed | - | 1.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Change white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash range | 4.00 m | 3.20 m (with ISO auto) |
Flash settings | Auto, Fill-in, Red-Eye reduction, Off, On | Auto / Flash On / Slow Synchro / Flash Off / Advanced Flash |
External flash | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 640 x 480 (30, 15 fps), 320 x 240 (30, 15 fps) | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) |
Max video resolution | 640x480 | 1280x720 |
Video file format | Motion JPEG | H.264 |
Mic input | ||
Headphone input | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 182 grams (0.40 pounds) | 111 grams (0.24 pounds) |
Physical dimensions | 95 x 62 x 22mm (3.7" x 2.4" x 0.9") | 97 x 56 x 21mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 0.8") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light score | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | - | 200 pictures |
Style of battery | - | Battery Pack |
Battery model | - | NP-BN |
Self timer | Yes (12 seconds) | Yes (2 or 10 secs) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Type of storage | xD Picture Card, microSD Card, Internal | Memory Stick Duo/Pro Duo/Pro-HG Duo, microSD/microSDHC |
Storage slots | 1 | 1 |
Launch cost | $380 | $100 |