Olympus 8010 vs Sony S980
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Olympus 8010 vs Sony S980 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 13MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 64 - 1600
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 28-140mm (F3.9-5.9) lens
- 245g - 98 x 64 x 24mm
- Revealed February 2010
- Also Known as mju Tough 8010
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 3200
- 1280 x 720 video
- 33-132mm (F3.3-5.2) lens
- 167g - 93 x 56 x 24mm
- Launched February 2009
Olympus 8010 vs Sony S980 Overview
The following is a extended overview of the Olympus 8010 and Sony S980, former is a Waterproof while the latter is a Small Sensor Compact by companies Olympus and Sony. The sensor resolution of the 8010 (13MP) and the S980 (12MP) is relatively similar and both cameras boast the identical sensor measurements (1/2.3").
Samsung Releases Faster Versions of EVO MicroSD CardsThe 8010 was manufactured 12 months after the S980 so they are of a similar age. Both the cameras feature the same body design (Compact).
Before we go straight to a comprehensive comparison, here is a quick summary of how the 8010 scores versus the S980 for portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.
Olympus 8010 vs Sony S980 Gallery
The following is a preview of the gallery photos for Olympus Stylus Tough 8010 & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-S980. The entire galleries are available at Olympus 8010 Gallery & Sony S980 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Olympus 8010 over the Sony S980
8010 | S980 | |||
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Launched | February 2010 | February 2009 | Newer by 12 months |
Reasons to pick Sony S980 over the Olympus 8010
S980 | 8010 | |||
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Manually focus | Very exact focusing |
Common features in the Olympus 8010 and Sony S980
8010 | S980 | |||
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Screen type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed screen | |
Screen size | 2.7" | 2.7" | Same screen measurements | |
Screen resolution | 230k | 230k | Equal screen resolution | |
Selfie screen | No selfie screen | |||
Touch screen | No Touch screen |
Olympus 8010 vs Sony S980 Physical Comparison
For those who are aiming to travel with your camera regularly, you need to consider its weight and measurements. The Olympus 8010 has got external measurements of 98mm x 64mm x 24mm (3.9" x 2.5" x 0.9") accompanied by a weight of 245 grams (0.54 lbs) whilst the Sony S980 has proportions of 93mm x 56mm x 24mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.9") along with a weight of 167 grams (0.37 lbs).
Contrast the Olympus 8010 and Sony S980 in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.Keep in mind, the weight of an ILC will vary dependant on the lens you are employing at the time. Underneath is a front view dimensions comparison of the 8010 compared to the S980.
Using dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the 8010 and S980 is 92 and 94 respectively.
Olympus 8010 vs Sony S980 Sensor Comparison
Typically, it can be tough to see the contrast between sensor dimensions purely by going over technical specs. The pic below should provide you a stronger sense of the sensor sizing in the 8010 and S980.
As you have seen, each of the cameras come with the identical sensor size albeit not the same MP. You can count on the Olympus 8010 to offer extra detail due to its extra 1 Megapixels. Higher resolution will enable you to crop shots a good deal more aggressively. The fresher 8010 will have an edge when it comes to sensor tech.
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Olympus 8010 vs Sony S980 Specifications
Olympus Stylus Tough 8010 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-S980 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | Olympus | Sony |
Model type | Olympus Stylus Tough 8010 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-S980 |
Also referred to as | mju Tough 8010 | - |
Type | Waterproof | Small Sensor Compact |
Revealed | 2010-02-02 | 2009-02-17 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Chip | TruePic III | - |
Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 6.08 x 4.56mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor area | 27.7mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 13MP | 12MP |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Max resolution | 4288 x 3216 | 4000 x 3000 |
Max native ISO | 1600 | 3200 |
Lowest native ISO | 64 | 80 |
RAW support | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
AF touch | ||
AF continuous | ||
AF single | ||
AF tracking | ||
Selective AF | ||
AF center weighted | ||
Multi area AF | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detection AF | ||
Contract detection AF | ||
Phase detection AF | ||
Total focus points | - | 9 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 28-140mm (5.0x) | 33-132mm (4.0x) |
Maximal aperture | f/3.9-5.9 | f/3.3-5.2 |
Macro focusing distance | 1cm | 10cm |
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 | 230 thousand dot | 230 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch display | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 1/4s | 2s |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/2000s | 1/1600s |
Continuous shutter speed | 5.0 frames/s | 1.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Change WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash distance | 4.00 m | 3.50 m |
Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Fill-in | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye reduction, Slow Sync |
Hot shoe | ||
AEB | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (30 fps) 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 | 1280x720 | 1280x720 |
Video format | H.264 | Motion JPEG |
Microphone 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 proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 245 gr (0.54 lb) | 167 gr (0.37 lb) |
Physical dimensions | 98 x 64 x 24mm (3.9" x 2.5" x 0.9") | 93 x 56 x 24mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.9") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light rating | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery ID | Li-50B | - |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 12 seconds) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC, Internal | Memory Stick Duo / Pro Duo, Internal |
Storage slots | Single | Single |
Launch cost | $600 | $300 |