Olympus VH-410 vs Sony HX7V

In this write-up, we are reviewing the Olympus VH-410 versus Sony HX7V, both Small Sensor Compact digital cameras by companies Olympus and Sony. The sensor resolution of the VH-410 (16MP) and the HX7V (16MP) is fairly similar and they come with the same exact sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The VH-410 was introduced 14 months after the HX7V making the cameras a generation away from one another. Both the cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before going through a in-depth comparison, below is a concise view of how the VH-410 grades against the HX7V with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

The following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Olympus VH-410 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX7V. The whole galleries are provided at Olympus VH-410 Gallery and Sony HX7V Gallery.

If you're intending to travel with your camera, you have to factor in its weight and volume. The Olympus VH-410 has got physical measurements of 102mm x 60mm x 21mm (4.0" x 2.4" x 0.8") with a weight of 152 grams (0.34 lbs) while the Sony HX7V has sizing of 102mm x 58mm x 29mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.1") having a weight of 208 grams (0.46 lbs).

Contrast the Olympus VH-410 versus Sony HX7V in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you are utilizing at that moment. Following is the front view overall size comparison of the VH-410 compared to the HX7V.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability score of the VH-410 and HX7V is 95 and 92 respectively.

More often than not, it is very difficult to imagine the difference between sensor dimensions just by going over a spec sheet. The image here will help offer you a stronger sense of the sensor measurements in the VH-410 and HX7V.

As you can see, each of these cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing and the identical megapixels therefore you should expect similar quality of pictures but you may want to consider the production date of the products into consideration. The younger VH-410 provides an advantage in sensor technology.