Olympus 6010 vs Olympus VH-515

The following is a comprehensive review of the Olympus 6010 versus Olympus VH-515, former is a Waterproof while the latter is a Small Sensor Compact and they are both created by Olympus. The sensor resolution of the 6010 (12MP) and the VH-515 (12MP) is pretty similar and they come with the exact same sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The 6010 was released 4 years prior to the VH-515 which is quite a significant difference as far as technology is concerned. Both cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).

Before getting through a complete comparison, below is a concise summation of how the 6010 matches up against the VH-515 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

This is a preview of the gallery images for Olympus Stylus Tough 6010 & Olympus VH-515. The complete galleries are viewable at Olympus 6010 Gallery & Olympus VH-515 Gallery.

In case you're looking to travel with your camera, you will want to think about its weight and measurements. The Olympus 6010 provides external measurements of 95mm x 63mm x 22mm (3.7" x 2.5" x 0.9") and a weight of 179 grams (0.39 lbs) and the Olympus VH-515 has proportions of 102mm x 60mm x 21mm (4.0" x 2.4" x 0.8") along with a weight of 152 grams (0.34 lbs).

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Always remember, the weight of an ILC will change dependant on the lens you are utilising at the time. Below is the front view dimension comparison of the 6010 against the VH-515.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the 6010 and VH-515 is 94 and 95 respectively.

More often than not, it is very hard to picture the contrast between sensor dimensions just by reviewing specifications. The image underneath will provide you a greater sense of the sensor sizing in the 6010 and VH-515.

Plainly, both cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements and the same resolution so you can expect similar quality of photographs though you will want to factor the launch date of the products into consideration. The more aged 6010 is going to be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor technology.