Olympus 8010 vs Sony G3

In this article, we will be comparing the Olympus 8010 and Sony G3, former being a Waterproof while the latter is a Small Sensor Compact by companies Olympus and Sony. There is a considerable difference among the sensor resolutions of the 8010 (13MP) and G3 (10MP) but they enjoy the same exact sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The 8010 was introduced 13 months later than the G3 which makes the cameras a generation apart from each other. Each of the cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before going in to a step-by-step comparison, below is a concise summary of how the 8010 matches up versus the G3 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Here is a preview of the gallery images for Olympus Stylus Tough 8010 & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-G3. The whole galleries are viewable at Olympus 8010 Gallery & Sony G3 Gallery.

If you are going to carry your camera often, you need to consider its weight and measurements. The Olympus 8010 features outer dimensions of 98mm x 64mm x 24mm (3.9" x 2.5" x 0.9") and a weight of 245 grams (0.54 lbs) and the Sony G3 has proportions of 97mm x 59mm x 22mm (3.8" x 2.3" x 0.9") and a weight of 185 grams (0.41 lbs).

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Don't forget, the weight of an ILC will change based on the lens you have during that time. Underneath is the front view measurement comparison of the 8010 vs the G3.

Looking at size and weight, the portability grade of the 8010 and G3 is 92 and 94 respectively.

Generally, it's difficult to visualise the difference in sensor sizing simply by checking out technical specs. The visual here might give you a much better sense of the sensor dimensions in the 8010 and G3.

As you can tell, both the cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing albeit not the same MP. You can expect the Olympus 8010 to provide more detail using its extra 3 Megapixels. Higher resolution will let you crop photographs a little more aggressively. The more modern 8010 is going to have an edge when it comes to sensor technology.