Nikon P7800 vs Olympus 6010

In this write-up, we are matching up the Nikon P7800 versus Olympus 6010, one being a Small Sensor Compact and the other is a Waterproof by companies Nikon and Olympus. The resolution of the P7800 (12MP) and the 6010 (12MP) is fairly similar but the P7800 (1/1.7") and 6010 (1/2.3") possess different sensor dimensions.

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The P7800 was brought out 4 years later than the 6010 and that is quite a large gap as far as technology is concerned. Both of these cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before going straight into a thorough comparison, below is a brief introduction of how the P7800 grades versus the 6010 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

The following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Nikon Coolpix P7800 and Olympus Stylus Tough 6010. The entire galleries are viewable at Nikon P7800 Gallery and Olympus 6010 Gallery.

For those who are aiming to lug around your camera often, you're going to have to think about its weight and proportions. The Nikon P7800 has exterior measurements of 119mm x 78mm x 50mm (4.7" x 3.1" x 2.0") having a weight of 399 grams (0.88 lbs) and the Olympus 6010 has measurements 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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Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you are working with during that time. Here is the front view dimensions comparison of the P7800 versus the 6010.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability score of the P7800 and 6010 is 82 and 94 respectively.

Quite often, it's tough to imagine the gap between sensor measurements just by going over a spec sheet. The photograph underneath should give you a clearer sense of the sensor measurements in the P7800 and 6010.

Clearly, the two cameras offer the same exact megapixels but different sensor measurements. The P7800 has the larger sensor which will make achieving shallower DOF less difficult. The more modern P7800 should have an edge with regard to sensor innovation.