If you think Sony’s had some financial woes in recent years, then you haven’t heard of this little big company called Olympus. The famous and long-time camera maker, among other things recently posted a $1.6 billion account loss with further internal turmoil which has members suing the leadership. Step in Sony who is rumored to be the company to be coming to the aid of Olympus. Sony, who already owns 0.03% stake in Olympus, is expected to help the company with a much-needed cash injection and management restructuring. Details are yet to be released but rumors point to a press conference next week that should shed further light on this situation. Lets talk after the jump.

Discuss:

Should Sony step in to help Olympus and, if so, what should they leverage in return? Maybe lens support for Sony’s growing line of NEX cameras?

[Via Diamond.jp]