Canon A3000 IS vs Olympus 6010
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Canon A3000 IS vs Olympus 6010 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 10MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 1600
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 640 x 480 video
- 35-140mm (F2.7-5.6) lens
- 165g - 97 x 58 x 28mm
- Launched January 2010
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 64 - 1600
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 640 x 480 video
- 28-102mm (F3.5-5.1) lens
- 179g - 95 x 63 x 22mm
- Released July 2009
- Additionally referred to as mju Tough 6010
Canon A3000 IS vs Olympus 6010 Overview
In this article, we are analyzing the Canon A3000 IS versus Olympus 6010, one is a Small Sensor Compact and the other is a Waterproof by brands Canon and Olympus. The resolution of the A3000 IS (10MP) and the 6010 (12MP) is very close and they come with the same exact sensor size (1/2.3").
Apple Innovates by Creating Next-Level Optical Stabilization for iPhoneThe A3000 IS was launched 6 months after the 6010 so they are of a similar generation. Both of these cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).
Before delving in to a complete comparison, below is a quick overview of how the A3000 IS grades versus the 6010 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall score.
Canon A3000 IS vs Olympus 6010 Gallery
Following is a sample of the gallery pics for Canon PowerShot A3000 IS and Olympus Stylus Tough 6010. The complete galleries are provided at Canon A3000 IS Gallery and Olympus 6010 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Canon A3000 IS over the Olympus 6010
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Reasons to pick Olympus 6010 over the Canon A3000 IS
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Common features in the Canon A3000 IS and Olympus 6010
A3000 IS | 6010 | |||
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Released | January 2010 | July 2009 | Same generation | |
Focus manually | Lack of manual focus | |||
Display type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed display | |
Display sizing | 2.7" | 2.7" | Equivalent display size | |
Display resolution | 230k | 230k | Exact same display resolution | |
Selfie screen | Neither comes with selfie screen | |||
Touch display | Neither comes with Touch display |
Canon A3000 IS vs Olympus 6010 Physical Comparison
In case you're going to carry around your camera, you need to factor in its weight and volume. The Canon A3000 IS comes with external measurements of 97mm x 58mm x 28mm (3.8" x 2.3" x 1.1") and a weight of 165 grams (0.36 lbs) and the Olympus 6010 has sizing of 95mm x 63mm x 22mm (3.7" x 2.5" x 0.9") having a weight of 179 grams (0.39 lbs).
Compare the Canon A3000 IS versus Olympus 6010 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you choose at the time. Below is the front view overall size comparison of the A3000 IS compared to the 6010.
Factoring in size and weight, the portability grade of the A3000 IS and 6010 is 94 and 94 respectively.
Canon A3000 IS vs Olympus 6010 Sensor Comparison
Oftentimes, it is very hard to envision the difference in sensor sizes only by researching specifications. The picture below should provide you a far better sense of the sensor measurements in the A3000 IS and 6010.
To sum up, both of those cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing but not the same MP. You should expect to see the Olympus 6010 to result in more detail utilizing its extra 2 Megapixels. Greater resolution can also allow you to crop images far more aggressively.
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Canon A3000 IS vs Olympus 6010 Specifications
Canon PowerShot A3000 IS | Olympus Stylus Tough 6010 | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | Canon | Olympus |
Model | Canon PowerShot A3000 IS | Olympus Stylus Tough 6010 |
Otherwise known as | - | mju Tough 6010 |
Class | Small Sensor Compact | Waterproof |
Launched | 2010-01-05 | 2009-07-17 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor | - | TruePic III |
Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 10 megapixels | 12 megapixels |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 3:2 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Full resolution | 3648 x 2736 | 3968 x 2976 |
Max native ISO | 1600 | 1600 |
Min native ISO | 100 | 64 |
RAW pictures | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Touch focus | ||
Continuous AF | ||
Single AF | ||
Tracking AF | ||
Selective AF | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
AF multi area | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detection focusing | ||
Contract detection focusing | ||
Phase detection focusing | ||
Number of focus points | 9 | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 35-140mm (4.0x) | 28-102mm (3.6x) |
Max aperture | f/2.7-5.6 | f/3.5-5.1 |
Macro focus range | 3cm | 2cm |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Range of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen size | 2.7 inch | 2.7 inch |
Resolution of screen | 230 thousand dot | 230 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch operation | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 15s | 1/4s |
Highest shutter speed | 1/1600s | 1/2000s |
Continuous shooting speed | 1.0 frames per sec | - |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Change WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash range | 3.00 m | 4.00 m |
Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Fill-in, Slow Sync | - |
External flash | ||
AEB | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) | 640 x 480 (30, 15 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) |
Max video resolution | 640x480 | 640x480 |
Video format | Motion JPEG | Motion JPEG |
Mic jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
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 | 165 gr (0.36 pounds) | 179 gr (0.39 pounds) |
Dimensions | 97 x 58 x 28mm (3.8" x 2.3" x 1.1") | 95 x 63 x 22mm (3.7" x 2.5" x 0.9") |
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 | NB-8L | LI-50C |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Custom, Face) | Yes (12 seconds) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Storage media | SD/SDHC/SDXC/MMC/MMCplus/HD MMCplus | xD Picture Card, microSD Card, Internal |
Storage slots | 1 | 1 |
Cost at launch | $240 | $0 |