Nikon P310 vs Olympus 6020

In this write-up, we will be comparing the Nikon P310 vs Olympus 6020, former being a Small Sensor Compact while the latter is a Waterproof by brands Nikon and Olympus. There is a sizable difference between the sensor resolutions of the P310 (16MP) and 6020 (13MP) but they come with the same exact sensor size (1/2.3").

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The P310 was announced 2 years later than the 6020 and that is quite a significant difference as far as tech is concerned. Both cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before going in to a complete comparison, below is a short overview of how the P310 scores against the 6020 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

The following is a preview of the gallery photos for Nikon Coolpix P310 & Olympus Stylus Tough 6020. The whole galleries are available at Nikon P310 Gallery & Olympus 6020 Gallery.

For anyone who is planning to carry your camera frequently, you have to think about its weight and size. The Nikon P310 provides exterior measurements of 103mm x 58mm x 32mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.3") with a weight of 194 grams (0.43 lbs) while the Olympus 6020 has specifications of 95mm x 62mm x 22mm (3.7" x 2.4" x 0.9") accompanied by a weight of 122 grams (0.27 lbs).

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Keep in mind, the weight of an ILC will differ dependant on the lens you have attached at the time. Following is the front view over all size comparison of the P310 vs the 6020.

Considering size and weight, the portability rating of the P310 and 6020 is 92 and 95 respectively.

Oftentimes, its tough to visualise the difference between sensor sizing simply by looking at specs. The visual underneath will help provide you a more clear sense of the sensor sizing in the P310 and 6020.

As you can plainly see, both of these cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing albeit not the same megapixels. You can count on the Nikon P310 to resolve more detail with its extra 3 Megapixels. Higher resolution will make it easier to crop pictures a little more aggressively. The more modern P310 will have an advantage when it comes to sensor innovation.