Olympus 6000 vs Panasonic FH10

On this page, we will be comparing the Olympus 6000 versus Panasonic FH10, both Small Sensor Compact cameras by companies Olympus and Panasonic. There is a crucial difference among the sensor resolutions of the 6000 (10MP) and FH10 (16MP) but both cameras offer the same sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The 6000 was unveiled 4 years before the FH10 which is a fairly serious gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Both cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before diving straight to a in-depth comparison, here is a quick introduction of how the 6000 matches up versus the FH10 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

This is a preview of the gallery images for Olympus Stylus Tough 6000 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH10. The full galleries are provided at Olympus 6000 Gallery and Panasonic FH10 Gallery.

When you are intending to carry around your camera, you'll have to take into account its weight and proportions. The Olympus 6000 enjoys 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) whilst the Panasonic FH10 has measurements of 94mm x 54mm x 18mm (3.7" x 2.1" x 0.7") accompanied by a weight of 103 grams (0.23 lbs).

Check out the Olympus 6000 versus Panasonic FH10 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you have chosen at the time. Following is a front view proportions comparison of the 6000 compared to the FH10.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability rating of the 6000 and FH10 is 94 and 97 respectively.

Oftentimes, it is tough to see the difference in sensor sizes merely by seeing technical specs. The pic below may offer you a stronger sense of the sensor dimensions in the 6000 and FH10.

As you can tell, both of the cameras have the same sensor dimensions albeit not the same megapixels. You should expect the Panasonic FH10 to show greater detail having an extra 6MP. Higher resolution can also make it easier to crop pictures a bit more aggressively. The more aged 6000 will be disadvantaged with regard to sensor tech.