Olympus 8000 vs Sony WX5

The following is a complete overview of the Olympus 8000 versus Sony WX5, both Small Sensor Compact digital cameras by brands Olympus and Sony. The resolution of the 8000 (12MP) and the WX5 (12MP) is pretty similar and they come with the exact same sensor size (1/2.3").

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The 8000 was revealed 12 months earlier than the WX5 which means that they are of a similar generation. The two cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).

Before going through a complete comparison, below is a simple summary of how the 8000 matches up vs the WX5 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

The following is a preview of the gallery images for Olympus Stylus Tough 8000 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-WX5. The full galleries are viewable at Olympus 8000 Gallery and Sony WX5 Gallery.

When you are going to travel with your camera often, you'll have to factor its weight and dimensions. The Olympus 8000 comes with outside measurements of 95mm x 62mm x 22mm (3.7" x 2.4" x 0.9") and a weight of 182 grams (0.40 lbs) whilst the Sony WX5 has dimensions of 92mm x 52mm x 22mm (3.6" x 2.0" x 0.9") with a weight of 146 grams (0.32 lbs).

See the Olympus 8000 versus Sony WX5 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you use at that moment. Below is the front view dimension comparison of the 8000 vs the WX5.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability score of the 8000 and WX5 is 94 and 95 respectively.

Quite often, it is hard to imagine the contrast between sensor dimensions purely by reading specs. The image underneath may provide you a clearer sense of the sensor sizing in the 8000 and WX5.

All in all, both of these cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements and the identical megapixels therefore you should expect similar quality of photographs although you will want to consider the production date of the products into consideration. The more aged 8000 is going to be behind when it comes to sensor tech.