Olympus SZ-10 vs Olympus 6000

Here is a detailed analysis of the Olympus SZ-10 and Olympus 6000, one being a Small Sensor Superzoom and the other is a Small Sensor Compact and both are sold by Olympus. There is a huge difference between the sensor resolutions of the SZ-10 (14MP) and 6000 (10MP) but both cameras boast the identical sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The SZ-10 was introduced 20 months later than the 6000 making them a generation apart from each other. Both of these cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before diving right into a complete comparison, here is a brief overview of how the SZ-10 matches up versus the 6000 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

This is a sample of the gallery pics for Olympus SZ-10 and Olympus Stylus Tough 6000. The whole galleries are viewable at Olympus SZ-10 Gallery and Olympus 6000 Gallery.

For anybody who is intending to carry your camera, you're going to have to factor in its weight and volume. The Olympus SZ-10 comes with physical dimensions of 106mm x 67mm x 38mm (4.2" x 2.6" x 1.5") and a weight of 215 grams (0.47 lbs) and the Olympus 6000 has sizing of 95mm x 63mm x 22mm (3.7" x 2.5" x 0.9") having a weight of 179 grams (0.39 lbs).

Look at the Olympus SZ-10 and Olympus 6000 in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you are utilizing during that time. Here is a front view scale comparison of the SZ-10 versus the 6000.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability score of the SZ-10 and 6000 is 90 and 94 respectively.

Often, it's tough to picture the difference between sensor sizing simply by reading specifications. The photograph here will provide you a better sense of the sensor dimensions in the SZ-10 and 6000.

Plainly, both of the cameras feature the identical sensor size but different megapixels. You should expect to see the Olympus SZ-10 to offer you greater detail using its extra 4 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also help you crop pics way more aggressively. The fresher SZ-10 provides an advantage with regard to sensor innovation.