Casio EX-10 vs Olympus 6000

Here is a extended comparison of the Casio EX-10 and Olympus 6000, both Small Sensor Compact cameras by brands Casio and Olympus. The resolution of the EX-10 (12MP) and the 6000 (10MP) is very comparable but the EX-10 (1/1.7") and 6000 (1/2.3") feature totally different sensor size.

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The EX-10 was released 4 years later than the 6000 and that is a fairly significant gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Both of the cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).

Before diving through a more detailed comparison, below is a brief summary of how the EX-10 grades vs the 6000 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

The following is a sample of the gallery pics for Casio Exilim EX-10 and Olympus Stylus Tough 6000. The complete galleries are provided at Casio EX-10 Gallery and Olympus 6000 Gallery.

If you are intending to carry your camera often, you have to factor in its weight and size. The Casio EX-10 has exterior measurements of 120mm x 68mm x 49mm (4.7" x 2.7" x 1.9") having a weight of 384 grams (0.85 lbs) and the Olympus 6000 has specifications of 95mm x 63mm x 22mm (3.7" x 2.5" x 0.9") with a weight of 179 grams (0.39 lbs).

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Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you use at that time. Here is the front view dimension comparison of the EX-10 versus the 6000.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability rating of the EX-10 and 6000 is 83 and 94 respectively.

In many cases, it can be tough to envision the difference in sensor sizing only by checking out technical specs. The visual below may offer you a clearer sense of the sensor sizing in the EX-10 and 6000.

As you have seen, each of these cameras posses different megapixels and different sensor sizing. The EX-10 because of its larger sensor will make shooting shallower DOF less difficult and the Casio EX-10 will show extra detail as a result of its extra 2MP. Greater resolution will also help you crop pics somewhat more aggressively. The more modern EX-10 will have an edge in sensor technology.