Olympus 8000 vs Sony WX10

Here is a comprehensive analysis of the Olympus 8000 versus Sony WX10, both Small Sensor Compact digital cameras by brands Olympus and Sony. There is a crucial difference between the sensor resolutions of the 8000 (12MP) and WX10 (16MP) but both cameras posses the same sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The 8000 was introduced 18 months earlier than the WX10 which makes them a generation apart from each other. Both of the cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before we go straight to a full comparison, here is a concise view of how the 8000 scores vs the WX10 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Here is a preview of the gallery images for Olympus Stylus Tough 8000 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-WX10. The whole galleries are viewable at Olympus 8000 Gallery and Sony WX10 Gallery.

For anybody who is planning to carry your camera often, you are going to need to factor in its weight and measurements. The Olympus 8000 has external dimensions of 95mm x 62mm x 22mm (3.7" x 2.4" x 0.9") having a weight of 182 grams (0.40 lbs) and the Sony WX10 has proportions of 95mm x 54mm x 23mm (3.7" x 2.1" x 0.9") accompanied by a weight of 161 grams (0.35 lbs).

Take a look at the Olympus 8000 versus Sony WX10 in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you are employing at the time. Following is a front view size comparison of the 8000 vs the WX10.

Considering size and weight, the portability score of the 8000 and WX10 is 94 and 95 respectively.

In many cases, it's tough to imagine the gap between sensor sizing only by reading a spec sheet. The photograph here will provide you a clearer sense of the sensor dimensions in the 8000 and WX10.

Clearly, the 2 cameras have the same sensor dimensions albeit different resolution. You should expect the Sony WX10 to offer greater detail using its extra 4MP. Higher resolution will also enable you to crop pictures a bit more aggressively. The older 8000 is going to be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor innovation.