Olympus E-P1 vs Olympus 6010
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Olympus E-P1 vs Olympus 6010 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 12MP - Four Thirds Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 6400
- Sensor based Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- Micro Four Thirds Mount
- 355g - 121 x 70 x 36mm
- Announced July 2009
- New Model is Olympus E-P2
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 64 - 1600
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 640 x 480 video
- 28-102mm (F3.5-5.1) lens
- 179g - 95 x 63 x 22mm
- Introduced July 2009
- Alternative Name is mju Tough 6010

Olympus E-P1 vs Olympus 6010 Overview
Below is a comprehensive analysis of the Olympus E-P1 versus Olympus 6010, one being a Entry-Level Mirrorless and the latter is a Waterproof and they are both designed by Olympus. The resolution of the E-P1 (12MP) and the 6010 (12MP) is relatively similar but the E-P1 (Four Thirds) and 6010 (1/2.3") provide different sensor dimensions.

The E-P1 was unveiled very close to the 6010 which means that they are both of a similar generation. Both of these cameras have different body design with the Olympus E-P1 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera and the Olympus 6010 being a Compact camera.
Before delving right into a more detailed comparison, here is a brief summary of how the E-P1 scores versus the 6010 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Olympus E-P1 vs Olympus 6010 Gallery
This is a preview of the gallery photos for Olympus PEN E-P1 and Olympus Stylus Tough 6010. The full galleries are provided at Olympus E-P1 Gallery and Olympus 6010 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Olympus E-P1 over the Olympus 6010
E-P1 | 6010 | |||
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Manual focus | ![]() | More exact focus | ||
Screen dimensions | 3" | ![]() | 2.7" | Bigger screen (+0.3") |
Reasons to pick Olympus 6010 over the Olympus E-P1
6010 | E-P1 |
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Common features in the Olympus E-P1 and Olympus 6010
E-P1 | 6010 | |||
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Introduced | July 2009 | ![]() | July 2009 | Similar generation |
Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Screen resolution | 230k | ![]() | 230k | Exact same screen resolution |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Lack of selfie screen | ||
Touch screen | ![]() | Neither comes with Touch screen |
Olympus E-P1 vs Olympus 6010 Physical Comparison
For those who are aiming to lug around your camera frequently, you will want to factor its weight and measurements. The Olympus E-P1 comes with external dimensions of 121mm x 70mm x 36mm (4.8" x 2.8" x 1.4") and a weight of 355 grams (0.78 lbs) whilst the Olympus 6010 has proportions of 95mm x 63mm x 22mm (3.7" x 2.5" x 0.9") and a weight of 179 grams (0.39 lbs).
Check the Olympus E-P1 versus Olympus 6010 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you are using during that time. Following is a front view dimensions comparison of the E-P1 versus the 6010.

Using size and weight, the portability grade of the E-P1 and 6010 is 86 and 94 respectively.

Olympus E-P1 vs Olympus 6010 Sensor Comparison
In many cases, it's difficult to picture the difference between sensor measurements just by reviewing technical specs. The visual underneath will give you a greater sense of the sensor sizes in the E-P1 and 6010.
As you have seen, each of these cameras provide the same MP albeit different sensor measurements. The E-P1 uses the bigger sensor which will make achieving bokeh simpler.

Olympus E-P1 vs Olympus 6010 Screen and ViewFinder


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Olympus E-P1 vs Olympus 6010 Specifications
Olympus PEN E-P1 | Olympus Stylus Tough 6010 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | Olympus | Olympus |
Model | Olympus PEN E-P1 | Olympus Stylus Tough 6010 |
Otherwise known as | - | mju Tough 6010 |
Category | Entry-Level Mirrorless | Waterproof |
Announced | 2009-07-29 | 2009-07-17 |
Body design | Rangefinder-style mirrorless | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor | TruePic V | TruePic III |
Sensor type | CMOS | CCD |
Sensor size | Four Thirds | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 17.3 x 13mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor area | 224.9mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 12MP | 12MP |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Max resolution | 4032 x 3024 | 3968 x 2976 |
Max native ISO | 6400 | 1600 |
Min native ISO | 100 | 64 |
RAW photos | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Touch to focus | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detect autofocus | ||
Contract detect autofocus | ||
Phase detect autofocus | ||
Number of focus points | 11 | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | Micro Four Thirds | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | - | 28-102mm (3.6x) |
Max aperture | - | f/3.5-5.1 |
Macro focus distance | - | 2cm |
Available lenses | 107 | - |
Crop factor | 2.1 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display sizing | 3" | 2.7" |
Display resolution | 230k dot | 230k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch operation | ||
Display technology | HyperCrystal LCD with AR(Anti-Reflective) coating | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 60s | 1/4s |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/4000s | 1/2000s |
Continuous shutter speed | 3.0fps | - |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | - |
Set white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash range | no built-in flash | 4.00 m |
Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Fill-in, Slow Sync, Manual (3 levels) | - |
External flash | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Fastest flash sync | 1/180s | - |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) | 640 x 480 (30, 15 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) |
Max video resolution | 1280x720 | 640x480 |
Video file format | Motion JPEG | Motion JPEG |
Mic input | ||
Headphone input | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environment seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 355 gr (0.78 pounds) | 179 gr (0.39 pounds) |
Physical dimensions | 121 x 70 x 36mm (4.8" x 2.8" x 1.4") | 95 x 63 x 22mm (3.7" x 2.5" x 0.9") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall score | 55 | not tested |
DXO Color Depth score | 21.4 | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range score | 10.4 | not tested |
DXO Low light score | 536 | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 300 photos | - |
Style of battery | Battery Pack | - |
Battery model | BLS-1 | LI-50C |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 12 sec) | Yes (12 seconds) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC card | xD Picture Card, microSD Card, Internal |
Storage slots | 1 | 1 |
Retail price | $182 | $0 |