Olympus 6000 vs Panasonic 3D1

Lets take a closer look at the Olympus 6000 vs Panasonic 3D1, both Small Sensor Compact cameras by manufacturers Olympus and Panasonic. The sensor resolution of the 6000 (10MP) and the 3D1 (12MP) is very close and both cameras offer the identical sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The 6000 was launched 3 years before the 3D1 which is a fairly sizable gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Each of these cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before delving straight to a step-by-step comparison, here is a concise overview of how the 6000 grades against the 3D1 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

This is a sample of the gallery pics for Olympus Stylus Tough 6000 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-3D1. The complete galleries are available at Olympus 6000 Gallery and Panasonic 3D1 Gallery.

For anybody who is intending to travel with your camera regularly, you will have to factor in its weight and size. The Olympus 6000 has got physical dimensions of 95mm x 63mm x 22mm (3.7" x 2.5" x 0.9") having a weight of 179 grams (0.39 lbs) and the Panasonic 3D1 has specifications of 108mm x 58mm x 24mm (4.3" x 2.3" x 0.9") with a weight of 193 grams (0.43 lbs).

Contrast the Olympus 6000 vs Panasonic 3D1 in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you choose at the time. Underneath is a front view measurement comparison of the 6000 and the 3D1.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the 6000 and 3D1 is 94 and 93 respectively.

More often than not, its tough to visualize the difference in sensor dimensions merely by researching specs. The picture here should offer you a much better sense of the sensor dimensions in the 6000 and 3D1.

As you can plainly see, the two cameras feature the identical sensor size but different resolution. You should expect to see the Panasonic 3D1 to render extra detail utilizing its extra 2 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also make it easier to crop images way more aggressively. The more aged 6000 will be behind when it comes to sensor tech.