Olympus 8010 vs Sony HX7V

Here is a thorough overview of the Olympus 8010 vs Sony HX7V, one being a Waterproof and the latter is a Small Sensor Compact by rivals Olympus and Sony. The sensor resolution of the 8010 (13MP) and the HX7V (16MP) is relatively similar and both cameras posses the identical sensor size (1/2.3").

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The 8010 was manufactured 17 months earlier than the HX7V which makes them a generation apart from each other. Both of these cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before diving right into a in depth comparison, here is a brief summary of how the 8010 scores vs the HX7V with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

This is a preview of the gallery photos for Olympus Stylus Tough 8010 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX7V. The entire galleries are available at Olympus 8010 Gallery and Sony HX7V Gallery.

If you're intending to carry your camera regularly, you will want to factor its weight and proportions. The Olympus 8010 features outside dimensions of 98mm x 64mm x 24mm (3.9" x 2.5" x 0.9") having a weight of 245 grams (0.54 lbs) whilst the Sony HX7V has measurements of 102mm x 58mm x 29mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.1") along with a weight of 208 grams (0.46 lbs).

Compare the Olympus 8010 vs Sony HX7V in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you are using at that time. Following is a front view size comparison of the 8010 against the HX7V.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability rating of the 8010 and HX7V is 92 and 92 respectively.

Often, it is tough to envision the gap between sensor sizing purely by reviewing a spec sheet. The photograph here will provide you a clearer sense of the sensor sizes in the 8010 and HX7V.

Clearly, each of these cameras come with the identical sensor size albeit not the same MP. You should count on the Sony HX7V to deliver extra detail due to its extra 3 Megapixels. Higher resolution will allow you to crop pictures a good deal more aggressively. The older 8010 is going to be disadvantaged with regard to sensor technology.