Olympus 6010 vs Panasonic S1H

Here is a detailed overview of the Olympus 6010 and Panasonic S1H, one being a Waterproof and the latter is a Pro Mirrorless by manufacturers Olympus and Panasonic. There is a big difference among the resolutions of the 6010 (12MP) and S1H (24MP) and the 6010 (1/2.3") and S1H (Full frame) have different sensor measurements.

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The 6010 was introduced 11 years earlier than the S1H and that is a fairly big gap as far as camera tech is concerned. The two cameras have different body design with the Olympus 6010 being a Compact camera and the Panasonic S1H being a SLR-style mirrorless camera.

Before delving right into a in depth comparison, here is a simple overview of how the 6010 grades vs the S1H in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

The following is a preview of the gallery images for Olympus Stylus Tough 6010 and Panasonic Lumix DC-S1H. The whole galleries are viewable at Olympus 6010 Gallery and Panasonic S1H Gallery.

For anybody who is planning to carry your camera regularly, you need to take into account its weight and measurements. The Olympus 6010 has got 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) and the Panasonic S1H has proportions of 151mm x 114mm x 110mm (5.9" x 4.5" x 4.3") accompanied by a weight of 1052 grams (2.32 lbs).

Check the Olympus 6010 and Panasonic S1H in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you are utilizing at that time. Here is a front view proportions comparison of the 6010 compared to the S1H.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability score of the 6010 and S1H is 94 and 52 respectively.

In many cases, it is tough to picture the difference in sensor sizing simply by checking out specifications. The graphic here might offer you a stronger sense of the sensor sizing in the 6010 and S1H.

Plainly, the 2 cameras have different megapixel count and different sensor sizing. The 6010 using its smaller sensor is going to make shooting shallower depth of field harder and the Panasonic S1H will show extra detail using its extra 12MP. Higher resolution will also let you crop shots a bit more aggressively. The older 6010 will be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor technology.