Olympus 6010 vs Panasonic F5

In this write-up, we will be analyzing the Olympus 6010 versus Panasonic F5, former is a Waterproof while the latter is a Small Sensor Compact by competitors Olympus and Panasonic. The image resolution of the 6010 (12MP) and the F5 (14MP) is relatively well matched and they feature the same exact sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The 6010 was launched 4 years earlier than the F5 which is quite a big difference as far as technology is concerned. Both of these cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before we go straight into a in-depth comparison, below is a simple synopsis of how the 6010 scores vs the F5 for portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

This is a preview of the gallery photos for Olympus Stylus Tough 6010 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-F5. The complete galleries are viewable at Olympus 6010 Gallery & Panasonic F5 Gallery.

For anyone who is aiming to carry around your camera regularly, you're going to have to think about its weight and dimensions. The Olympus 6010 has got outside dimensions of 95mm x 63mm x 22mm (3.7" x 2.5" x 0.9") having a weight of 179 grams (0.39 lbs) whilst the Panasonic F5 has dimensions of 97mm x 58mm x 22mm (3.8" x 2.3" x 0.9") having a weight of 121 grams (0.27 lbs).

Contrast the Olympus 6010 versus Panasonic F5 in our brand new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Don't forget, the weight of an ILC will vary depending on the lens you have attached at the time. The following is the front view overall size comparison of the 6010 vs the F5.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the 6010 and F5 is 94 and 96 respectively.

Normally, its difficult to visualize the gap between sensor sizes just by checking technical specs. The image here should offer you a clearer sense of the sensor dimensions in the 6010 and F5.

As you can tell, each of these cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing albeit different resolution. You can count on the Panasonic F5 to give you extra detail utilizing its extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also let you crop pictures a little more aggressively. The more aged 6010 is going to be disadvantaged in sensor innovation.