Casio EX-ZR10 vs Olympus 8000

On this page, we are reviewing the Casio EX-ZR10 and Olympus 8000, both Small Sensor Compact cameras by rivals Casio and Olympus. The resolution of the EX-ZR10 (12MP) and the 8000 (12MP) is fairly close and both cameras have the same sensor size (1/2.3").

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The EX-ZR10 was manufactured 15 months later than the 8000 making them a generation apart from each other. Both cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before going straight to a in depth comparison, here is a brief synopsis of how the EX-ZR10 matches up vs the 8000 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Here is a sample of the gallery pictures for Casio Exilim EX-ZR10 and Olympus Stylus Tough 8000. The entire galleries are provided at Casio EX-ZR10 Gallery and Olympus 8000 Gallery.

If you are looking to carry your camera, you have to take into account its weight and dimensions. The Casio EX-ZR10 provides outside dimensions of 102mm x 69mm x 27mm (4.0" x 2.7" x 1.1") with a weight of 176 grams (0.39 lbs) and the Olympus 8000 has dimensions of 95mm x 62mm x 22mm (3.7" x 2.4" x 0.9") accompanied by a weight of 182 grams (0.40 lbs).

Check the Casio EX-ZR10 and Olympus 8000 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you have at that time. Below is a front view dimensions comparison of the EX-ZR10 and the 8000.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability score of the EX-ZR10 and 8000 is 93 and 94 respectively.

Often, it is difficult to visualize the gap in sensor sizing only by looking through a spec sheet. The visual here might provide you a much better sense of the sensor sizes in the EX-ZR10 and 8000.

As you can see, each of these cameras provide the same sensor dimensions and the exact same resolution so you should expect comparable quality of photographs however you will want to take the release date of the cameras into account. The fresher EX-ZR10 provides a benefit when it comes to sensor technology.