Olympus 8010 vs Sony W380
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36 Features
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36 Features
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Olympus 8010 vs Sony W380 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 13MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- 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
- Also referred to as mju Tough 8010
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 24-120mm (F2.4-5.9) lens
- 117g - 91 x 52 x 20mm
- Released January 2010

Olympus 8010 vs Sony W380 Overview
On this page, we will be analyzing the Olympus 8010 vs Sony W380, one being a Waterproof and the latter is a Ultracompact by competitors Olympus and Sony. The resolution of the 8010 (13MP) and the W380 (14MP) is relatively comparable and both cameras provide the same sensor size (1/2.3").

The 8010 was revealed around the same time to the W380 so they are both of a similar generation. Both of these cameras have different body design with the Olympus 8010 being a Compact camera and the Sony W380 being a Ultracompact camera.
Before getting into a step-by-step comparison, here is a quick synopsis of how the 8010 grades versus the W380 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Olympus 8010 vs Sony W380 Gallery
Here is a preview of the gallery photos for Olympus Stylus Tough 8010 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W380. The full galleries are available at Olympus 8010 Gallery and Sony W380 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Olympus 8010 over the Sony W380
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Reasons to pick Sony W380 over the Olympus 8010
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Common features in the Olympus 8010 and Sony W380
8010 | W380 | |||
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Released | February 2010 | ![]() | January 2010 | Same generation |
Manually focus | ![]() | Lack of manual focusing | ||
Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Screen dimensions | 2.7" | ![]() | 2.7" | Equal screen size |
Screen resolution | 230k | ![]() | 230k | The same screen resolution |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither contains selfie screen | ||
Touch screen | ![]() | Missing Touch screen |
Olympus 8010 vs Sony W380 Physical Comparison
If you are aiming to lug around your camera regularly, you will have to factor in its weight and measurements. The Olympus 8010 has got outside measurements of 98mm x 64mm x 24mm (3.9" x 2.5" x 0.9") and a weight of 245 grams (0.54 lbs) while the Sony W380 has proportions of 91mm x 52mm x 20mm (3.6" x 2.0" x 0.8") with a weight of 117 grams (0.26 lbs).
Analyze the Olympus 8010 vs Sony W380 in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you are working with at that moment. Underneath is a front view proportions comparison of the 8010 vs the W380.

Considering size and weight, the portability score of the 8010 and W380 is 92 and 96 respectively.

Olympus 8010 vs Sony W380 Sensor Comparison
Often, it's difficult to imagine the contrast in sensor measurements simply by going through specifications. The photograph underneath will help provide you a better sense of the sensor measurements in the 8010 and W380.
To sum up, both of these cameras have the same sensor dimensions albeit different MP. You should count on the Sony W380 to produce greater detail because of its extra 1 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also enable you to crop pictures a bit more aggressively.

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Olympus 8010 vs Sony W380 Specifications
Olympus Stylus Tough 8010 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W380 | |
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General Information | ||
Make | Olympus | Sony |
Model | Olympus Stylus Tough 8010 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W380 |
Also Known as | mju Tough 8010 | - |
Category | Waterproof | Ultracompact |
Announced | 2010-02-02 | 2010-01-07 |
Body design | Compact | Ultracompact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor | TruePic III | Bionz |
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 | 13 megapixel | 14 megapixel |
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 |
Min native ISO | 64 | 80 |
RAW photos | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detect focus | ||
Contract detect focus | ||
Phase detect focus | ||
Number of focus points | - | 9 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 28-140mm (5.0x) | 24-120mm (5.0x) |
Maximum aperture | f/3.9-5.9 | f/2.4-5.9 |
Macro focus range | 1cm | 5cm |
Crop factor | 5.9 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display diagonal | 2.7 inch | 2.7 inch |
Display resolution | 230k dot | 230k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch screen | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 1/4 seconds | 2 seconds |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/2000 seconds | 1/1600 seconds |
Continuous shooting speed | 5.0 frames per second | 2.0 frames per second |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Change white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash range | 4.00 m | 4.80 m |
Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Fill-in | Auto, On, Off, Slow syncro |
Hot shoe | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
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) |
Maximum video resolution | 1280x720 | 1280x720 |
Video data format | H.264 | Motion JPEG |
Mic 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 | ||
Environment seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 245g (0.54 pounds) | 117g (0.26 pounds) |
Physical dimensions | 98 x 64 x 24mm (3.9" x 2.5" x 0.9") | 91 x 52 x 20mm (3.6" x 2.0" x 0.8") |
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 shooting | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC, Internal | SD/SDHC, Memory Stick Duo / Pro Duo / Pro HG-Duo, Internal |
Storage slots | 1 | 1 |
Cost at launch | $600 | $44 |