Olympus 6010 vs Olympus TG-610

In this article, we will be contrasting the Olympus 6010 versus Olympus TG-610, both Waterproof cameras and both of them are offered by Olympus. The sensor resolution of the 6010 (12MP) and the TG-610 (14MP) is relatively comparable and they use the same exact sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The 6010 was revealed 17 months earlier than the TG-610 which makes the cameras a generation away from one another. Both the cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before diving through a full comparison, below is a quick summary of how the 6010 scores against the TG-610 for portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Below is a preview of the gallery photos for Olympus Stylus Tough 6010 and Olympus TG-610. The full galleries are provided at Olympus 6010 Gallery and Olympus TG-610 Gallery.

For anyone who is intending to carry around your camera often, you will have to factor its weight and dimensions. The Olympus 6010 enjoys external measurements of 95mm x 63mm x 22mm (3.7" x 2.5" x 0.9") with a weight of 179 grams (0.39 lbs) while the Olympus TG-610 has dimensions of 96mm x 65mm x 26mm (3.8" x 2.6" x 1.0") with a weight of 190 grams (0.42 lbs).

Check the Olympus 6010 versus Olympus TG-610 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you are employing at the time. Here is the front view size comparison of the 6010 vs the TG-610.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the 6010 and TG-610 is 94 and 93 respectively.

Normally, it is tough to picture the contrast in sensor sizes simply by checking out technical specs. The pic here will help offer you a clearer sense of the sensor sizing in the 6010 and TG-610.

As you can tell, both the cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing albeit different MP. You should count on the Olympus TG-610 to show more detail because of its extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also allow you to crop pictures a little more aggressively. The more aged 6010 will be disadvantaged in sensor tech.