Canon S120 vs Olympus 6010

Below is a extended overview of the Canon S120 versus Olympus 6010, former being a Small Sensor Compact while the latter is a Waterproof by manufacturers Canon and Olympus. The resolution of the S120 (12MP) and the 6010 (12MP) is relatively similar but the S120 (1/1.7") and 6010 (1/2.3") use totally different sensor sizing.

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The S120 was introduced 4 years later than the 6010 and that is quite a sizable difference as far as tech is concerned. Both of these cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).

Before we go straight into a step-by-step comparison, below is a brief view of how the S120 scores against the 6010 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Here is a preview of the gallery photos for Canon PowerShot S120 & Olympus Stylus Tough 6010. The whole galleries are available at Canon S120 Gallery & Olympus 6010 Gallery.

For anyone who is aiming to lug around your camera frequently, you will need to think about its weight and size. The Canon S120 has got outside dimensions of 100mm x 59mm x 29mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 1.1") along with a weight of 217 grams (0.48 lbs) while the Olympus 6010 has specifications of 95mm x 63mm x 22mm (3.7" x 2.5" x 0.9") along with a weight of 179 grams (0.39 lbs).

Take a look at the Canon S120 versus Olympus 6010 in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into consideration, the weight of an ILC will differ based on the lens you use at that time. Here is the front view dimensions comparison of the S120 compared to the 6010.

Considering size and weight, the portability grade of the S120 and 6010 is 92 and 94 respectively.

Oftentimes, it is very tough to envision the gap between sensor measurements merely by reviewing specifications. The photograph here might give you a far better sense of the sensor dimensions in the S120 and 6010.

To sum up, both of those cameras have got the exact same MP albeit not the same sensor measurements. The S120 comes with the bigger sensor which is going to make getting shallow depth of field easier. The younger S120 will have a benefit in sensor innovation.