Olympus 6000 vs Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G

Following is a extended overview of the Olympus 6000 vs Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G, one is a Small Sensor Compact and the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom by competitors Olympus and Samsung. There exists a crucial gap between the image resolutions of the 6000 (10MP) and Galaxy Camera 4G (16MP) but both cameras provide the same sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The 6000 was revealed 4 years earlier than the Galaxy Camera 4G which is quite a serious gap as far as technology is concerned. Each of these cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before going into a more detailed comparison, here is a short overview of how the 6000 grades vs the Galaxy Camera 4G for portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

The following is a preview of the gallery images for Olympus Stylus Tough 6000 and Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G. The full galleries are provided at Olympus 6000 Gallery and Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G Gallery.

When you are intending to carry around your camera often, you will want to think about its weight and dimensions. The Olympus 6000 has outer measurements 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 Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G has dimensions of 129mm x 71mm x 19mm (5.1" x 2.8" x 0.7") accompanied by a weight of 305 grams (0.67 lbs).

Check the Olympus 6000 vs Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you choose at the time. Here is a front view proportions comparison of the 6000 compared to the Galaxy Camera 4G.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability score of the 6000 and Galaxy Camera 4G is 94 and 90 respectively.

Normally, it is tough to envision the contrast between sensor sizes simply by reviewing technical specs. The picture below should provide you a more clear sense of the sensor measurements in the 6000 and Galaxy Camera 4G.

As you can tell, both cameras provide the same sensor dimensions albeit not the same megapixels. You should expect the Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G to offer you extra detail because of its extra 6MP. Higher resolution will make it easier to crop photographs more aggressively. The more aged 6000 is going to be behind with regard to sensor technology.