Olympus E-PL8 vs Olympus 6010

Following is a in-depth analysis of the Olympus E-PL8 versus Olympus 6010, one is a Entry-Level Mirrorless and the other is a Waterproof and both of them are sold by Olympus. There exists a big gap between the resolutions of the E-PL8 (16MP) and 6010 (12MP) and the E-PL8 (Four Thirds) and 6010 (1/2.3") offer totally different sensor size.

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The E-PL8 was revealed 7 years after the 6010 which is quite a big gap as far as technology is concerned. Both of the cameras feature different body design with the Olympus E-PL8 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera and the Olympus 6010 being a Compact camera.

Before we go straight to a in depth comparison, here is a simple introduction of how the E-PL8 grades versus the 6010 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

The following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Olympus PEN E-PL8 and Olympus Stylus Tough 6010. The full galleries are viewable at Olympus E-PL8 Gallery and Olympus 6010 Gallery.

In case you're aiming to carry around your camera, you'll need to take into account its weight and measurements. The Olympus E-PL8 enjoys outer measurements of 115mm x 67mm x 38mm (4.5" x 2.6" x 1.5") and a weight of 357 grams (0.79 lbs) while 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).

Look at the Olympus E-PL8 versus Olympus 6010 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you select at that time. The following is a front view measurements comparison of the E-PL8 vs the 6010.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability score of the E-PL8 and 6010 is 86 and 94 respectively.

More often than not, it's difficult to envision the difference between sensor sizes merely by reviewing specifications. The picture here may offer you a more clear sense of the sensor sizing in the E-PL8 and 6010.

To sum up, both the cameras come with different megapixel count and different sensor sizes. The E-PL8 with its larger sensor will make shooting shallower DOF less difficult and the Olympus E-PL8 will deliver greater detail because of its extra 4MP. Greater resolution will let you crop pics a good deal more aggressively. The younger E-PL8 is going to have an edge when it comes to sensor technology.