Olympus 8010 vs Sony W370
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Olympus 8010 vs Sony W370 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
- Announced February 2010
- Additionally referred to as mju Tough 8010
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 34-238mm (F3.6-5.6) lens
- 179g - 100 x 57 x 26mm
- Revealed January 2010
Olympus 8010 vs Sony W370 Overview
In this write-up, we are evaluating the Olympus 8010 versus Sony W370, one is a Waterproof and the other is a Small Sensor Compact by competitors Olympus and Sony. The resolution of the 8010 (13MP) and the W370 (14MP) is very well matched and they feature the same exact sensor dimensions (1/2.3").
Photobucket discusses licensing 13 billion images with AI firmsThe 8010 was launched about the same time to the W370 which means that they are of a similar generation. The two cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).
Before diving through a detailed comparison, below is a concise synopsis of how the 8010 grades vs the W370 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.
Olympus 8010 vs Sony W370 Gallery
Below is a sample of the gallery pics for Olympus Stylus Tough 8010 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W370. The complete galleries are viewable at Olympus 8010 Gallery and Sony W370 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Olympus 8010 over the Sony W370
8010 | W370 |
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Reasons to pick Sony W370 over the Olympus 8010
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Display sizing | 3" | 2.7" | Larger display (+0.3") |
Common features in the Olympus 8010 and Sony W370
8010 | W370 | |||
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Revealed | February 2010 | January 2010 | Similar generation | |
Focus manually | Lack of manual focus | |||
Display type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed display | |
Display resolution | 230k | 230k | Identical display resolution | |
Selfie screen | Lack of selfie screen | |||
Touch display | Lack of Touch display |
Olympus 8010 vs Sony W370 Physical Comparison
For those who are planning to carry around your camera often, you're going to have to think about its weight and proportions. The Olympus 8010 provides exterior 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 W370 has measurements of 100mm x 57mm x 26mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 1.0") and a weight of 179 grams (0.39 lbs).
See the Olympus 8010 versus Sony W370 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you are utilising at the time. The following is the front view dimensions comparison of the 8010 vs the W370.
Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the 8010 and W370 is 92 and 94 respectively.
Olympus 8010 vs Sony W370 Sensor Comparison
More often than not, its hard to visualize the gap between sensor sizes just by reading through technical specs. The pic here might provide you a more clear sense of the sensor dimensions in the 8010 and W370.
As you can tell, both the cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing but different resolution. You should expect to see the Sony W370 to resolve greater detail utilizing its extra 1 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also make it easier to crop pics far more aggressively.
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Olympus 8010 vs Sony W370 Specifications
Olympus Stylus Tough 8010 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W370 | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | Olympus | Sony |
Model | Olympus Stylus Tough 8010 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W370 |
Also referred to as | mju Tough 8010 | - |
Category | Waterproof | Small Sensor Compact |
Announced | 2010-02-02 | 2010-01-07 |
Physical type | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor | TruePic III | - |
Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 6.08 x 4.56mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor surface area | 27.7mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 13MP | 14MP |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Maximum resolution | 4288 x 3216 | 4320 x 3240 |
Maximum native ISO | 1600 | 3200 |
Lowest native ISO | 64 | 80 |
RAW files | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detection autofocus | ||
Contract detection autofocus | ||
Phase detection autofocus | ||
Number of focus points | - | 9 |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 28-140mm (5.0x) | 34-238mm (7.0x) |
Max aperture | f/3.9-5.9 | f/3.6-5.6 |
Macro focus distance | 1cm | - |
Focal length multiplier | 5.9 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Type of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen diagonal | 2.7 inch | 3 inch |
Resolution of screen | 230 thousand dots | 230 thousand dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch friendly | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 1/4 seconds | 2 seconds |
Highest shutter speed | 1/2000 seconds | 1/1600 seconds |
Continuous shooting rate | 5.0 frames per sec | 2.0 frames per sec |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Custom white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash range | 4.00 m | 5.00 m |
Flash options | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Fill-in | Auto, On, Off, Slow syncro |
Hot shoe | ||
AEB | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Supported 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) |
Maximum video resolution | 1280x720 | 1280x720 |
Video format | H.264 | Motion JPEG |
Mic support | ||
Headphone support | ||
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 sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 245 grams (0.54 lb) | 179 grams (0.39 lb) |
Dimensions | 98 x 64 x 24mm (3.9" x 2.5" x 0.9") | 100 x 57 x 26mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 1.0") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light score | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery model | Li-50B | NP-BN1 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 12 seconds) | Yes (2 sec or 10 sec, portrait1/ portrait2) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Storage type | SD/SDHC, Internal | SD/SDHC, Memory Stick Duo/Pro Duo/ Pro HG-Duo, Internal |
Card slots | One | One |
Cost at launch | $600 | $230 |