Olympus 6000 vs Panasonic L10

Here is a extensive comparison of the Olympus 6000 vs Panasonic L10, one being a Small Sensor Compact and the latter is a Advanced DSLR by rivals Olympus and Panasonic. The resolution of the 6000 (10MP) and the L10 (10MP) is pretty close but the 6000 (1/2.3") and L10 (Four Thirds) boast different sensor size.

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The 6000 was introduced 19 months later than the L10 which makes them a generation apart from one another. Each of these cameras have different body design with the Olympus 6000 being a Compact camera and the Panasonic L10 being a Mid-size SLR camera.

Before we go into a thorough comparison, here is a brief highlight of how the 6000 grades versus the L10 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Here is a preview of the gallery images for Olympus Stylus Tough 6000 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-L10. The whole galleries are provided at Olympus 6000 Gallery and Panasonic L10 Gallery.

For anyone who is aiming to carry your camera frequently, you should factor its weight and volume. The Olympus 6000 enjoys exterior dimensions of 95mm x 63mm x 22mm (3.7" x 2.5" x 0.9") along with a weight of 179 grams (0.39 lbs) whilst the Panasonic L10 has sizing of 135mm x 96mm x 78mm (5.3" x 3.8" x 3.1") with a weight of 556 grams (1.23 lbs).

Compare the Olympus 6000 vs Panasonic L10 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you are utilizing at the time. Here is a front view proportions comparison of the 6000 vs the L10.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the 6000 and L10 is 94 and 66 respectively.

More often than not, it's hard to picture the contrast in sensor sizing only by viewing specs. The photograph below will help give you a greater sense of the sensor sizes in the 6000 and L10.

As you can plainly see, each of the cameras have the same megapixel count albeit different sensor sizing. The 6000 comes with the smaller sensor which is going to make getting shallower depth of field trickier. The more recent 6000 should have an edge with regard to sensor tech.