Olympus 6010 vs Panasonic FH2

Let's take a closer look at the Olympus 6010 versus Panasonic FH2, one is a Waterproof and the latter is a Small Sensor Compact by manufacturers Olympus and Panasonic. The sensor resolution of the 6010 (12MP) and the FH2 (14MP) is pretty close and they come with the exact same sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The 6010 was manufactured 17 months before the FH2 which makes the cameras a generation away from each other. The two cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).

Before delving through a in depth comparison, below is a quick summary of how the 6010 grades against the FH2 for portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Below is a preview of the gallery images for Olympus Stylus Tough 6010 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH2. The entire galleries are provided at Olympus 6010 Gallery and Panasonic FH2 Gallery.

For anyone who is going to travel with your camera often, you have to take into account its weight and volume. The Olympus 6010 has got physical dimensions of 95mm x 63mm x 22mm (3.7" x 2.5" x 0.9") along with a weight of 179 grams (0.39 lbs) and the Panasonic FH2 has sizing of 94mm x 54mm x 19mm (3.7" x 2.1" x 0.7") having a weight of 121 grams (0.27 lbs).

Take a look at the Olympus 6010 versus Panasonic FH2 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you use at the time. The following is the front view size comparison of the 6010 and the FH2.

Using size and weight, the portability rating of the 6010 and FH2 is 94 and 96 respectively.

In many cases, it can be tough to visualize the difference in sensor dimensions just by looking through specifications. The picture here will provide you a more clear sense of the sensor sizes in the 6010 and FH2.

Plainly, both of the cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements albeit different megapixels. You should expect the Panasonic FH2 to render extra detail due to its extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution will allow you to crop photographs much more aggressively. The more aged 6010 will be behind with regard to sensor innovation.