Olympus E-M1 vs Olympus 6010

Here is a complete analysis of the Olympus E-M1 vs Olympus 6010, former being a Pro Mirrorless while the latter is a Waterproof and they are both produced by Olympus. There is a considerable difference among the resolutions of the E-M1 (16MP) and 6010 (12MP) and the E-M1 (Four Thirds) and 6010 (1/2.3") enjoy different sensor measurements.

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The E-M1 was revealed 4 years later than the 6010 and that is a fairly large difference as far as camera tech is concerned. Both the cameras offer different body type with the Olympus E-M1 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera and the Olympus 6010 being a Compact camera.

Before diving through a in depth comparison, below is a quick summation of how the E-M1 scores vs the 6010 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Following is a preview of the gallery photos for Olympus OM-D E-M1 & Olympus Stylus Tough 6010. The full galleries are viewable at Olympus E-M1 Gallery & Olympus 6010 Gallery.

When you are intending to carry your camera frequently, you need to factor in its weight and dimensions. The Olympus E-M1 features outside measurements of 130mm x 94mm x 63mm (5.1" x 3.7" x 2.5") having a weight of 497 grams (1.10 lbs) whilst the Olympus 6010 has dimensions of 95mm x 63mm x 22mm (3.7" x 2.5" x 0.9") having a weight of 179 grams (0.39 lbs).

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Don't forget, the weight of an ILC will change dependant on the lens you have at that time. Following is the front view measurements comparison of the E-M1 and the 6010.

Looking at size and weight, the portability score of the E-M1 and 6010 is 71 and 94 respectively.

Oftentimes, it is tough to imagine the contrast in sensor sizing only by seeing specs. The photograph here will give you a clearer sense of the sensor sizing in the E-M1 and 6010.

All in all, both cameras enjoy different megapixels and different sensor sizing. The E-M1 using its bigger sensor is going to make getting bokeh simpler and the Olympus E-M1 will show more detail because of its extra 4MP. Higher resolution will also make it easier to crop pictures far more aggressively. The more recent E-M1 should have an advantage in sensor technology.