Olympus 6000 vs Panasonic TS10
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![Olympus Stylus Tough 6000 front Olympus Stylus Tough 6000 front](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/cameras/gallery/medium/Olympus-Stylus-Tough-6000/Olympus-6000-front.jpg)
![Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS10 front Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS10 front](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/cameras/gallery/medium/Panasonic-Lumix-DMC-TS10/Panasonic-TS10-front.jpg)
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Olympus 6000 vs Panasonic TS10 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 10MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 50 - 1600
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 640 x 480 video
- 28-102mm (F3.5-5.1) lens
- 179g - 95 x 63 x 22mm
- Revealed July 2009
- Alternate Name is mju Tough 6000
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 35-140mm (F3.5-5.6) lens
- 188g - 99 x 63 x 24mm
- Launched January 2010
- Additionally Known as Lumix DMC-FT10
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Olympus 6000 vs Panasonic TS10 Overview
Below, we are looking at the Olympus 6000 and Panasonic TS10, one being a Small Sensor Compact and the other is a Waterproof by manufacturers Olympus and Panasonic. There is a huge difference among the image resolutions of the 6000 (10MP) and TS10 (14MP) but they use the exact same sensor sizes (1/2.3").
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The 6000 was released 6 months earlier than the TS10 which means that they are both of a similar generation. Both of these cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).
Before diving in to a comprehensive comparison, below is a quick summation of how the 6000 matches up against the TS10 for portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.
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Olympus 6000 vs Panasonic TS10 Gallery
Following is a sample of the gallery pics for Olympus Stylus Tough 6000 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS10. The complete galleries are available at Olympus 6000 Gallery and Panasonic TS10 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Olympus 6000 over the Panasonic TS10
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Reasons to pick Panasonic TS10 over the Olympus 6000
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Common features in the Olympus 6000 and Panasonic TS10
6000 | TS10 | |||
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Launched | July 2009 | ![]() | January 2010 | Same generation |
Focus manually | ![]() | No manual focusing | ||
Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Display dimension | 2.7" | ![]() | 2.7" | Identical display dimensions |
Display resolution | 230k | ![]() | 230k | Same display resolution |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Absent selfie screen | ||
Touch friendly display | ![]() | Neither features Touch friendly display |
Olympus 6000 vs Panasonic TS10 Physical Comparison
If you are looking to carry your camera frequently, you will need to factor its weight and size. The Olympus 6000 enjoys physical measurements 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 TS10 has specifications of 99mm x 63mm x 24mm (3.9" x 2.5" x 0.9") along with a weight of 188 grams (0.41 lbs).
Compare the Olympus 6000 and Panasonic TS10 in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.![Camera Size Comparison with Lenses Camera Size Comparison with Lenses](https://pxlmag.com/db/assets/camera-size-comparison-animation.gif)
Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you have at that moment. The following is the front view measurements comparison of the 6000 compared to the TS10.
![Olympus 6000 vs Panasonic TS10 size comparison Olympus 6000 vs Panasonic TS10 size comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Olympus-Stylus-Tough-6000-vs-Panasonic-Lumix-DMC-TS10-size-comparison.jpg)
Considering size and weight, the portability grade of the 6000 and TS10 is 94 and 93 respectively.
![Olympus 6000 vs Panasonic TS10 top view buttons comparison Olympus 6000 vs Panasonic TS10 top view buttons comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Olympus-Stylus-Tough-6000-vs-Panasonic-Lumix-DMC-TS10-top-view-buttons-comparison.jpg)
Olympus 6000 vs Panasonic TS10 Sensor Comparison
Usually, it can be hard to see the difference in sensor sizing merely by researching specs. The graphic underneath will give you a better sense of the sensor measurements in the 6000 and TS10.
All in all, both cameras posses the exact same sensor measurements but not the same megapixels. You should expect to see the Panasonic TS10 to provide you with extra detail as a result of its extra 4MP. Greater resolution will also let you crop images somewhat more aggressively.
![Olympus 6000 vs Panasonic TS10 sensor size comparison Olympus 6000 vs Panasonic TS10 sensor size comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/sensor-compare/Olympus-Stylus-Tough-6000-vs-Panasonic-Lumix-DMC-TS10-sensor-size-comparison.png)
Olympus 6000 vs Panasonic TS10 Screen and ViewFinder
![Olympus 6000 vs Panasonic TS10 Screen and Viewfinder comparison Olympus 6000 vs Panasonic TS10 Screen and Viewfinder comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Olympus-Stylus-Tough-6000-vs-Panasonic-Lumix-DMC-TS10-screen-back-comparison.jpg)
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Photography Type Scores
Portrait Comparison
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Street Comparison
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Sports Comparison
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Travel Comparison
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Landscape Comparison
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Vlogging Comparison
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Olympus 6000 vs Panasonic TS10 Specifications
Olympus Stylus Tough 6000 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS10 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | Olympus | Panasonic |
Model type | Olympus Stylus Tough 6000 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS10 |
Also called | mju Tough 6000 | Lumix DMC-FT10 |
Category | Small Sensor Compact | Waterproof |
Revealed | 2009-07-01 | 2010-01-21 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor | - | Venus Engine IV |
Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.08 x 4.56mm |
Sensor surface area | 28.1mm² | 27.7mm² |
Sensor resolution | 10 megapixels | 14 megapixels |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 16:9, 4:3 and 3:2 | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Maximum resolution | 3648 x 2736 | 4320 x 3240 |
Maximum native ISO | 1600 | 6400 |
Min native ISO | 50 | 80 |
RAW support | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch focus | ||
Continuous AF | ||
Single AF | ||
Tracking AF | ||
AF selectice | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
AF multi area | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detect focusing | ||
Contract detect focusing | ||
Phase detect focusing | ||
Total focus points | - | 9 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 28-102mm (3.6x) | 35-140mm (4.0x) |
Highest aperture | f/3.5-5.1 | f/3.5-5.6 |
Macro focusing distance | 2cm | 10cm |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Range of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display size | 2.7" | 2.7" |
Display resolution | 230k dot | 230k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch display | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 1/4 secs | 60 secs |
Highest shutter speed | 1/2000 secs | 1/1600 secs |
Continuous shooting speed | - | 2.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Custom WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash distance | 4.00 m | 4.90 m |
Flash options | Auto, Fill-in, Red-Eye reduction, Off, On | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Syncro |
External flash | ||
AE bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 640 x 480 (30, 15 fps), 320 x 240 (30, 15 fps) | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 848 x 480 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) |
Maximum video resolution | 640x480 | 1280x720 |
Video format | Motion JPEG | Motion JPEG |
Mic input | ||
Headphone input | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environment seal | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 179 grams (0.39 pounds) | 188 grams (0.41 pounds) |
Dimensions | 95 x 63 x 22mm (3.7" x 2.5" x 0.9") | 99 x 63 x 24mm (3.9" x 2.5" x 0.9") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light rating | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Self timer | Yes (12 seconds) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Type of storage | xD Picture Card, microSD Card, Internal | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal |
Storage slots | Single | Single |
Cost at launch | $259 | $249 |