Canon D10 vs Olympus 8000

Below is a comprehensive assessment of the Canon D10 vs Olympus 8000, both Small Sensor Compact cameras by companies Canon and Olympus. The sensor resolution of the D10 (12MP) and the 8000 (12MP) is very comparable and both cameras posses the same sensor size (1/2.3").

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The D10 was introduced very close to the 8000 which means that they are both of a similar age. Both cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before getting straight to a in depth comparison, here is a short summation of how the D10 scores against the 8000 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

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In case you're planning to lug around your camera regularly, you will have to take into account its weight and proportions. The Canon D10 has outside dimensions of 104mm x 67mm x 49mm (4.1" x 2.6" x 1.9") accompanied by a weight of 190 grams (0.42 lbs) whilst the Olympus 8000 has measurements of 95mm x 62mm x 22mm (3.7" x 2.4" x 0.9") accompanied by a weight of 182 grams (0.40 lbs).

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Don't forget, the weight of an ILC will change based on the lens you are working with at that time. Underneath is a front view physical size comparison of the D10 versus the 8000.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability grade of the D10 and 8000 is 89 and 94 respectively.

Generally, it is very difficult to imagine the difference in sensor measurements simply by checking out technical specs. The visual underneath might provide you a better sense of the sensor dimensions in the D10 and 8000.

As you can tell, the two cameras have the same sensor dimensions and the exact same MP therefore you can expect comparable quality of pictures but you would want to consider the age of the cameras into account.