Olympus SZ-12 vs Olympus 8010
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Olympus SZ-12 vs Olympus 8010 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 1600
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 25-600mm (F3.0-6.9) lens
- 226g - 106 x 69 x 40mm
- Announced January 2012
(Full Review)
- 13MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 64 - 1600
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 28-140mm (F3.9-5.9) lens
- 245g - 98 x 64 x 24mm
- Introduced February 2010
- Alternate Name is mju Tough 8010

Olympus SZ-12 vs Olympus 8010 Overview
On this page, we will be evaluating the Olympus SZ-12 vs Olympus 8010, one being a Small Sensor Superzoom and the latter is a Waterproof and both are offered by Olympus. The sensor resolution of the SZ-12 (14MP) and the 8010 (13MP) is relatively similar and both cameras have the same sensor size (1/2.3").

The SZ-12 was introduced 24 months later than the 8010 which makes them a generation apart from one another. Both of these cameras have the same body design (Compact).
Before we go into a complete comparison, here is a short summary of how the SZ-12 matches up versus the 8010 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Olympus SZ-12 vs Olympus 8010 Gallery
Below is a preview of the gallery photos for Olympus SZ-12 and Olympus Stylus Tough 8010. The whole galleries are viewable at Olympus SZ-12 Gallery and Olympus 8010 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Olympus SZ-12 over the Olympus 8010
SZ-12 | 8010 | |||
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Introduced | January 2012 | ![]() | February 2010 | More recent by 24 months |
Screen dimensions | 3" | ![]() | 2.7" | Bigger screen (+0.3") |
Screen resolution | 460k | ![]() | 230k | Crisper screen (+230k dot) |
Reasons to pick Olympus 8010 over the Olympus SZ-12
8010 | SZ-12 |
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Common features in the Olympus SZ-12 and Olympus 8010
SZ-12 | 8010 | |||
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Focus manually | ![]() | No manual focusing | ||
Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither provides selfie screen | ||
Touch friendly screen | ![]() | Lack of Touch friendly screen |
Olympus SZ-12 vs Olympus 8010 Physical Comparison
If you're aiming to lug around your camera, you will have to factor its weight and size. The Olympus SZ-12 provides outer dimensions of 106mm x 69mm x 40mm (4.2" x 2.7" x 1.6") and a weight of 226 grams (0.50 lbs) while the Olympus 8010 has specifications of 98mm x 64mm x 24mm (3.9" x 2.5" x 0.9") along with a weight of 245 grams (0.54 lbs).
Analyze the Olympus SZ-12 vs Olympus 8010 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you are using at that time. Here is a front view sizing comparison of the SZ-12 against the 8010.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the SZ-12 and 8010 is 89 and 92 respectively.

Olympus SZ-12 vs Olympus 8010 Sensor Comparison
Normally, it is hard to see the difference between sensor measurements only by reading a spec sheet. The graphic here may provide you a more clear sense of the sensor sizes in the SZ-12 and 8010.
Clearly, both cameras provide the same sensor dimensions albeit not the same megapixels. You should count on the Olympus SZ-12 to offer you extra detail using its extra 1MP. Higher resolution will let you crop pictures more aggressively. The newer SZ-12 will have a benefit in sensor tech.

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Olympus SZ-12 vs Olympus 8010 Specifications
Olympus SZ-12 | Olympus Stylus Tough 8010 | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | Olympus | Olympus |
Model | Olympus SZ-12 | Olympus Stylus Tough 8010 |
Also called as | - | mju Tough 8010 |
Class | Small Sensor Superzoom | Waterproof |
Announced | 2012-01-10 | 2010-02-02 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor Chip | - | TruePic III |
Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.08 x 4.56mm |
Sensor surface area | 28.1mm² | 27.7mm² |
Sensor resolution | 14 megapixels | 13 megapixels |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | - | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Highest Possible resolution | 4288 x 3216 | 4288 x 3216 |
Maximum native ISO | 1600 | 1600 |
Lowest native ISO | 80 | 64 |
RAW pictures | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detection focus | ||
Contract detection focus | ||
Phase detection focus | ||
Cross focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 25-600mm (24.0x) | 28-140mm (5.0x) |
Max aperture | f/3.0-6.9 | f/3.9-5.9 |
Macro focus distance | - | 1cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Range of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen size | 3 inch | 2.7 inch |
Screen resolution | 460 thousand dot | 230 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch capability | ||
Screen tech | TFT Color LCD | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 4s | 1/4s |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/1700s | 1/2000s |
Continuous shutter speed | 1.0 frames/s | 5.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Custom white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash range | - | 4.00 m |
Flash settings | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Fill-in | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Fill-in |
External flash | ||
AE bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 180 (30fps) | 1280 x 720 (30 fps) 640 x 480 (30, 15 fps), 320 x 240 (30, 15 fps) |
Maximum video resolution | 1280x720 | 1280x720 |
Video format | MPEG-4, H.264 | H.264 |
Microphone jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 226 gr (0.50 lb) | 245 gr (0.54 lb) |
Physical dimensions | 106 x 69 x 40mm (4.2" x 2.7" x 1.6") | 98 x 64 x 24mm (3.9" x 2.5" x 0.9") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light score | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 220 photographs | - |
Battery form | Battery Pack | - |
Battery model | LI-50B | Li-50B |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 12 sec, pet auto shutter) | Yes (2 or 12 seconds) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Storage media | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/SDHC, Internal |
Storage slots | 1 | 1 |
Launch cost | $350 | $600 |