Olympus 6000 vs Panasonic G100

Below, we will be evaluating the Olympus 6000 versus Panasonic G100, one is a Small Sensor Compact and the latter is a Entry-Level Mirrorless by manufacturers Olympus and Panasonic. There exists a crucial gap between the sensor resolutions of the 6000 (10MP) and G100 (20MP) and the 6000 (1/2.3") and G100 (Four Thirds) enjoy totally different sensor measurements.

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The 6000 was brought out 12 years prior to the G100 which is quite a serious gap as far as technology is concerned. Both cameras come with different body type with the Olympus 6000 being a Compact camera and the Panasonic G100 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera.

Before we go through a thorough comparison, below is a brief summation of how the 6000 scores against the G100 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Below is a preview of the gallery images for Olympus Stylus Tough 6000 and Panasonic Lumix DC-G100. The entire galleries are available at Olympus 6000 Gallery and Panasonic G100 Gallery.

If you're intending to carry around your camera often, you are going to need to factor in its weight and measurements. The Olympus 6000 provides exterior measurements of 95mm x 63mm x 22mm (3.7" x 2.5" x 0.9") and a weight of 179 grams (0.39 lbs) and the Panasonic G100 has proportions of 116mm x 83mm x 54mm (4.6" x 3.3" x 2.1") along with a weight of 352 grams (0.78 lbs).

Contrast the Olympus 6000 versus Panasonic G100 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you choose at that time. Here is the front view measurements comparison of the 6000 vs the G100.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the 6000 and G100 is 94 and 81 respectively.

Typically, its tough to envision the gap between sensor sizes simply by reviewing specifications. The image underneath should offer you a clearer sense of the sensor measurements in the 6000 and G100.

To sum up, both cameras posses different megapixels and different sensor sizes. The 6000 due to its tinier sensor will make shooting shallower DOF harder and the Panasonic G100 will offer more detail having its extra 10 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also allow you to crop pictures somewhat more aggressively. The more aged 6000 is going to be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor innovation.