Olympus 6010 vs Olympus VG-145

The following is a comprehensive overview of the Olympus 6010 and Olympus VG-145, one is a Waterproof and the latter is a Ultracompact and both of them are manufactured by Olympus. The resolution of the 6010 (12MP) and the VG-145 (14MP) is pretty similar and both cameras posses the identical sensor size (1/2.3").

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The 6010 was manufactured 24 months before the VG-145 which makes them a generation away from each other. Both cameras feature different body design with the Olympus 6010 being a Compact camera and the Olympus VG-145 being a Ultracompact camera.

Before delving right into a complete comparison, here is a brief view of how the 6010 scores versus the VG-145 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

The following is a preview of the gallery images for Olympus Stylus Tough 6010 and Olympus VG-145. The entire galleries are viewable at Olympus 6010 Gallery and Olympus VG-145 Gallery.

If you're aiming to travel with your camera regularly, you need to consider its weight and measurements. The Olympus 6010 comes with 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) whilst the Olympus VG-145 has proportions of 96mm x 57mm x 19mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 0.7") along with a weight of 120 grams (0.26 lbs).

Take a look at the Olympus 6010 and Olympus VG-145 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you are employing during that time. Underneath is a front view dimensions comparison of the 6010 vs the VG-145.

Considering size and weight, the portability grade of the 6010 and VG-145 is 94 and 96 respectively.

Often, it is hard to picture the contrast between sensor dimensions purely by going over specifications. The image underneath will give you a more clear sense of the sensor sizing in the 6010 and VG-145.

To sum up, the two cameras come with the identical sensor size albeit different MP. You should expect the Olympus VG-145 to offer extra detail due to its extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also allow you to crop shots a good deal more aggressively. The more aged 6010 is going to be behind in sensor technology.