Olympus 6010 vs Panasonic ZS80

Let's look much closer at the Olympus 6010 vs Panasonic ZS80, one being a Waterproof and the other is a Small Sensor Superzoom by companies Olympus and Panasonic. There exists a sizeable gap between the sensor resolutions of the 6010 (12MP) and ZS80 (20MP) but both cameras have the identical sensor size (1/2.3").

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The 6010 was brought out 9 years before the ZS80 and that is quite a large gap as far as technology is concerned. Both of the cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before getting into a complete comparison, here is a concise view of how the 6010 scores against the ZS80 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Olympus Stylus Tough 6010 and Panasonic Lumix DC-ZS80. The entire galleries are viewable at Olympus 6010 Gallery and Panasonic ZS80 Gallery.

For anyone who is planning to carry your camera often, you're going to have to take into account its weight and size. The Olympus 6010 offers external measurements 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 ZS80 has specifications of 112mm x 69mm x 42mm (4.4" x 2.7" x 1.7") and a weight of 327 grams (0.72 lbs).

Compare the Olympus 6010 vs Panasonic ZS80 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you have chosen during that time. Underneath is a front view physical size comparison of the 6010 and the ZS80.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the 6010 and ZS80 is 94 and 86 respectively.

Sometimes, it can be hard to envision the contrast between sensor sizing purely by going over a spec sheet. The photograph below will help provide you a greater sense of the sensor measurements in the 6010 and ZS80.

Clearly, both of these cameras feature the identical sensor size but not the same MP. You should anticipate the Panasonic ZS80 to offer more detail having its extra 8MP. Greater resolution can also help you crop photos way more aggressively. The older 6010 is going to be behind with regard to sensor innovation.