Olympus VH-515 vs Sony WX70

Below is a in-depth review of the Olympus VH-515 versus Sony WX70, both Small Sensor Compact digital cameras by competitors Olympus and Sony. There exists a crucial gap between the sensor resolutions of the VH-515 (12MP) and WX70 (16MP) but both cameras have the same sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The VH-515 was unveiled 7 months later than the WX70 and they are both of a similar generation. Each of the cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before delving into a comprehensive comparison, here is a short summary of how the VH-515 scores versus the WX70 for portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Below is a sample of the gallery pictures for Olympus VH-515 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-WX70. The full galleries are viewable at Olympus VH-515 Gallery and Sony WX70 Gallery.

For anyone who is intending to lug around your camera, you need to factor in its weight and measurements. The Olympus VH-515 enjoys outer measurements of 102mm x 60mm x 21mm (4.0" x 2.4" x 0.8") along with a weight of 152 grams (0.34 lbs) and the Sony WX70 has proportions of 92mm x 52mm x 19mm (3.6" x 2.0" x 0.7") and a weight of 114 grams (0.25 lbs).

Examine the Olympus VH-515 versus Sony WX70 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you are employing at that moment. Below is a front view scale comparison of the VH-515 versus the WX70.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the VH-515 and WX70 is 95 and 97 respectively.

Sometimes, it's tough to envision the gap between sensor measurements merely by looking at a spec sheet. The graphic here should provide you a much better sense of the sensor measurements in the VH-515 and WX70.

Clearly, both cameras provide the same sensor dimensions but not the same resolution. You should anticipate the Sony WX70 to give you more detail having an extra 4MP. Greater resolution can also enable you to crop pics more aggressively. The newer VH-515 is going to have an edge when it comes to sensor technology.