Olympus 6010 vs Panasonic FZ150

Following is a complete analysis of the Olympus 6010 versus Panasonic FZ150, one is a Waterproof and the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom by rivals Olympus and Panasonic. The image resolution of the 6010 (12MP) and the FZ150 (12MP) is pretty well matched and they possess the exact same sensor size (1/2.3").

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The 6010 was released 3 years before the FZ150 which is quite a large gap as far as technology is concerned. Both cameras come with different body type with the Olympus 6010 being a Compact camera and the Panasonic FZ150 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera.

Before delving in to a complete comparison, below is a simple introduction of how the 6010 matches up vs the FZ150 for portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

This is a preview of the gallery images for Olympus Stylus Tough 6010 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ150. The complete galleries are viewable at Olympus 6010 Gallery and Panasonic FZ150 Gallery.

If you're going to carry around your camera regularly, you will have to consider its weight and dimensions. The Olympus 6010 offers outer 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 FZ150 has dimensions of 124mm x 82mm x 92mm (4.9" x 3.2" x 3.6") having a weight of 528 grams (1.16 lbs).

See the Olympus 6010 versus Panasonic FZ150 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you have attached at that moment. The following is the front view measurement comparison of the 6010 vs the FZ150.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability score of the 6010 and FZ150 is 94 and 67 respectively.

Normally, it's difficult to visualize the difference between sensor sizes merely by looking at technical specs. The picture below should provide you a stronger sense of the sensor dimensions in the 6010 and FZ150.

As you can tell, each of the cameras posses the exact same sensor measurements and the identical MP and you should expect similar quality of photographs though you will want to consider the production date of the products into consideration. The more aged 6010 is going to be behind in sensor innovation.