Fujifilm A100 vs Olympus 6000

Let's examine more closely at the Fujifilm A100 versus Olympus 6000, both Small Sensor Compact digital cameras by companies FujiFilm and Olympus. The image resolution of the Fujifilm A100 (10MP) and the 6000 (10MP) is very well matched and they enjoy the same exact sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The Fujifilm A100 was released 4 months earlier than the 6000 and they are both of a similar generation. Each of the cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before we go in to a full comparison, below is a concise synopsis of how the Fujifilm A100 grades versus the 6000 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

The following is a sample of the gallery pics for Fujifilm FinePix A100 and Olympus Stylus Tough 6000. The complete galleries are viewable at Fujifilm A100 Gallery and Olympus 6000 Gallery.

For anyone who is looking to lug around your camera regularly, you need to consider its weight and dimensions. The Fujifilm A100 provides outer dimensions of 92mm x 61mm x 22mm (3.6" x 2.4" x 0.9") having a weight of 124 grams (0.27 lbs) whilst the Olympus 6000 has dimensions of 95mm x 63mm x 22mm (3.7" x 2.5" x 0.9") accompanied by a weight of 179 grams (0.39 lbs).

Compare the Fujifilm A100 versus Olympus 6000 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you select at the time. Below is the front view dimension comparison of the Fujifilm A100 against the 6000.

Using size and weight, the portability score of the Fujifilm A100 and 6000 is 95 and 94 respectively.

Generally, it can be hard to visualize the contrast between sensor measurements only by checking specs. The photograph below might give you a much better sense of the sensor sizes in the Fujifilm A100 and 6000.

As you can plainly see, both of these cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing and the exact same megapixels and you should expect similar quality of images though you should always factor the production date of the products into consideration.