Olympus VH-515 vs Sony NEX-7

On this page, we are evaluating the Olympus VH-515 and Sony NEX-7, one being a Small Sensor Compact and the other is a Advanced Mirrorless by competitors Olympus and Sony. There is a sizeable difference between the image resolutions of the VH-515 (12MP) and NEX-7 (24MP) and the VH-515 (1/2.3") and NEX-7 (APS-C) posses totally different sensor sizing.

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The VH-515 was launched 9 months later than the NEX-7 and they are both of a similar generation. Each of the cameras have different body design with the Olympus VH-515 being a Compact camera and the Sony NEX-7 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.

Before diving right into a full comparison, here is a short overview of how the VH-515 matches up versus the NEX-7 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

This is a sample of the gallery pictures for Olympus VH-515 and Sony Alpha NEX-7. The complete galleries are viewable at Olympus VH-515 Gallery and Sony NEX-7 Gallery.

For those who are planning to carry your camera frequently, you'll have to factor its weight and measurements. The Olympus VH-515 enjoys physical measurements of 102mm x 60mm x 21mm (4.0" x 2.4" x 0.8") and a weight of 152 grams (0.34 lbs) and the Sony NEX-7 has proportions of 120mm x 67mm x 43mm (4.7" x 2.6" x 1.7") accompanied by a weight of 400 grams (0.88 lbs).

Compare the Olympus VH-515 and Sony NEX-7 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you are utilising at that time. Underneath is a front view sizing comparison of the VH-515 vs the NEX-7.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability grade of the VH-515 and NEX-7 is 95 and 84 respectively.

Generally, it can be difficult to envision the difference between sensor sizing merely by reviewing technical specs. The photograph here may offer you a better sense of the sensor measurements in the VH-515 and NEX-7.

As you can tell, both the cameras have different resolutions and different sensor sizing. The VH-515 because of its tinier sensor will make shooting bokeh harder and the Sony NEX-7 will deliver extra detail utilizing its extra 12 Megapixels. Greater resolution will allow you to crop images a bit more aggressively. The more modern VH-515 is going to have an advantage when it comes to sensor tech.