Olympus FE-3010 vs Olympus 6020

Its time to examine more closely at the Olympus FE-3010 versus Olympus 6020, former is a Ultracompact while the other is a Waterproof and both are manufactured by Olympus. The sensor resolution of the FE-3010 (12MP) and the 6020 (13MP) is fairly similar and they possess the same exact sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The FE-3010 was announced 13 months before the 6020 making the cameras a generation away from each other. Each of the cameras offer different body type with the Olympus FE-3010 being a Ultracompact camera and the Olympus 6020 being a Compact camera.

Before going straight into a in-depth comparison, below is a simple overview of how the FE-3010 grades against the 6020 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

The following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Olympus FE-3010 & Olympus Stylus Tough 6020. The whole galleries are provided at Olympus FE-3010 Gallery & Olympus 6020 Gallery.

In case you're planning to travel with your camera often, you'll need to consider its weight and measurements. The Olympus FE-3010 offers outside measurements of 93mm x 56mm x 18mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.7") with a weight of 108 grams (0.24 lbs) whilst the Olympus 6020 has proportions of 95mm x 62mm x 22mm (3.7" x 2.4" x 0.9") having a weight of 122 grams (0.27 lbs).

Analyze the Olympus FE-3010 versus Olympus 6020 in our newest Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Keep in mind, the weight of an ILC will vary based on the lens you are using at the time. Here is the front view physical size comparison of the FE-3010 versus the 6020.

Looking at size and weight, the portability score of the FE-3010 and 6020 is 97 and 95 respectively.

Often, it can be difficult to imagine the difference between sensor dimensions simply by reviewing specs. The pic here should offer you a greater sense of the sensor measurements in the FE-3010 and 6020.

All in all, each of these cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing but different MP. You can anticipate the Olympus 6020 to offer more detail with its extra 1MP. Greater resolution can also help you crop pics a little more aggressively. The more aged FE-3010 is going to be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor innovation.