Olympus Tough-3000 vs Olympus 6020

Let's take a more detailed look at the Olympus Tough-3000 versus Olympus 6020, both Waterproof digital cameras and both are produced by Olympus. The image resolution of the Tough-3000 (12MP) and the 6020 (13MP) is very similar and they come with the same exact sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The Tough-3000 was released very close to the 6020 which means that they are of a similar generation. Both cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before delving straight into a comprehensive comparison, below is a brief overview of how the Tough-3000 scores vs the 6020 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

The following is a sample of the gallery pics for Olympus Stylus Tough-3000 and Olympus Stylus Tough 6020. The complete galleries are provided at Olympus Tough-3000 Gallery and Olympus 6020 Gallery.

For anybody who is looking to carry around your camera often, you need to take into account its weight and volume. The Olympus Tough-3000 comes with physical measurements of 96mm x 65mm x 23mm (3.8" x 2.6" x 0.9") accompanied by a weight of 159 grams (0.35 lbs) and the Olympus 6020 has sizing of 95mm x 62mm x 22mm (3.7" x 2.4" x 0.9") having a weight of 122 grams (0.27 lbs).

Examine the Olympus Tough-3000 versus Olympus 6020 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you have attached at the time. The following is the front view dimensions comparison of the Tough-3000 versus the 6020.

Using size and weight, the portability rating of the Tough-3000 and 6020 is 94 and 95 respectively.

Oftentimes, it's difficult to see the difference between sensor sizes merely by reviewing technical specs. The pic underneath will offer you a far better sense of the sensor measurements in the Tough-3000 and 6020.

As you can tell, both cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing but not the same MP. You should expect to see the Olympus 6020 to deliver more detail as a result of its extra 1 Megapixels. Greater resolution can also enable you to crop photos a little more aggressively.