Olympus 6010 vs Panasonic ZS200

Following is a in-depth review of the Olympus 6010 and Panasonic ZS200, one is a Waterproof and the latter is a Large Sensor Compact by companies Olympus and Panasonic. There exists a big gap between the image resolutions of the 6010 (12MP) and ZS200 (20MP) and the 6010 (1/2.3") and ZS200 (1") possess totally different sensor sizing.

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The 6010 was introduced 9 years prior to the ZS200 which is quite a big gap as far as technology is concerned. Both of these cameras come with different body type with the Olympus 6010 being a Compact camera and the Panasonic ZS200 being a Large Sensor Compact camera.

Before we go in to a complete comparison, below is a simple introduction of how the 6010 matches up versus the ZS200 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Here is a preview of the gallery photos for Olympus Stylus Tough 6010 and Panasonic Lumix DC-ZS200. The whole galleries are viewable at Olympus 6010 Gallery and Panasonic ZS200 Gallery.

For those who are looking to carry around your camera regularly, you're going to have to factor in its weight and size. The Olympus 6010 features physical dimensions of 95mm x 63mm x 22mm (3.7" x 2.5" x 0.9") having a weight of 179 grams (0.39 lbs) while the Panasonic ZS200 has specifications of 111mm x 66mm x 45mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 1.8") accompanied by a weight of 340 grams (0.75 lbs).

Examine the Olympus 6010 and Panasonic ZS200 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you are using at that time. Following is the front view measurement comparison of the 6010 and the ZS200.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the 6010 and ZS200 is 94 and 86 respectively.

Normally, it's difficult to envision the difference between sensor sizes merely by reading through technical specs. The pic here might offer you a better sense of the sensor sizes in the 6010 and ZS200.

As you can tell, both of those cameras posses different megapixel count and different sensor sizes. The 6010 with its tinier sensor will make shooting bokeh tougher and the Panasonic ZS200 will resolve extra detail using its extra 8MP. Higher resolution will enable you to crop photographs somewhat more aggressively. The more aged 6010 is going to be disadvantaged with regard to sensor tech.