Olympus E-P3 vs Olympus 6010

Here, we will be matching up the Olympus E-P3 and Olympus 6010, one being a Entry-Level Mirrorless and the latter is a Waterproof and both are produced by Olympus. The image resolution of the E-P3 (12MP) and the 6010 (12MP) is pretty well matched but the E-P3 (Four Thirds) and 6010 (1/2.3") posses different sensor dimensions.

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The E-P3 was brought out 2 years later than the 6010 and that is quite a significant gap as far as technology is concerned. Each of the cameras feature different body design with the Olympus E-P3 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera and the Olympus 6010 being a Compact camera.

Before diving right into a more detailed comparison, here is a short synopsis of how the E-P3 scores against the 6010 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Following is a preview of the gallery images for Olympus PEN E-P3 and Olympus Stylus Tough 6010. The entire galleries are provided at Olympus E-P3 Gallery and Olympus 6010 Gallery.

For those who are going to lug around your camera regularly, you'll have to consider its weight and dimensions. The Olympus E-P3 offers outside measurements of 122mm x 69mm x 34mm (4.8" x 2.7" x 1.3") and a weight of 369 grams (0.81 lbs) whilst the Olympus 6010 has dimensions of 95mm x 63mm x 22mm (3.7" x 2.5" x 0.9") along with a weight of 179 grams (0.39 lbs).

Analyze the Olympus E-P3 and Olympus 6010 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you choose during that time. Underneath is a front view physical size comparison of the E-P3 compared to the 6010.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the E-P3 and 6010 is 86 and 94 respectively.

Quite often, its hard to imagine the contrast between sensor measurements merely by checking specifications. The visual below will help offer you a stronger sense of the sensor sizing in the E-P3 and 6010.

To sum up, both the cameras come with the identical megapixel count albeit different sensor measurements. The E-P3 contains the bigger sensor which is going to make achieving shallower DOF less difficult. The more modern E-P3 should have a benefit with regard to sensor innovation.