Olympus 5010 vs Panasonic ZS10

In this article, we are analyzing the Olympus 5010 vs Panasonic ZS10, one is a Ultracompact and the other is a Small Sensor Superzoom by rivals Olympus and Panasonic. The image resolution of the 5010 (14MP) and the ZS10 (14MP) is very close and they possess the same exact sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The 5010 was brought out 12 months before the ZS10 which means that they are of a similar generation. Each of the cameras offer different body type with the Olympus 5010 being a Ultracompact camera and the Panasonic ZS10 being a Compact camera.

Before we go through a detailed comparison, below is a concise highlight of how the 5010 grades against the ZS10 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

This is a sample of the gallery pics for Olympus Stylus 5010 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS10. The entire galleries are provided at Olympus 5010 Gallery and Panasonic ZS10 Gallery.

If you're going to travel with your camera frequently, you are going to need to think about its weight and proportions. The Olympus 5010 has got external dimensions of 95mm x 56mm x 20mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.8") accompanied by a weight of 126 grams (0.28 lbs) whilst the Panasonic ZS10 has measurements of 105mm x 58mm x 33mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.3") along with a weight of 219 grams (0.48 lbs).

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Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you are working with at that time. Here is the front view over all size comparison of the 5010 vs the ZS10.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the 5010 and ZS10 is 96 and 91 respectively.

Sometimes, it is very tough to imagine the difference in sensor dimensions simply by viewing specs. The pic here will help provide you a much better sense of the sensor dimensions in the 5010 and ZS10.

All in all, both the cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing and the same megapixels therefore you should expect comparable quality of pictures however you would want to factor the release date of the cameras into account. The more aged 5010 will be disadvantaged in sensor tech.