Olympus 6010 vs Panasonic G5

Here, we will be reviewing the Olympus 6010 versus Panasonic G5, one is a Waterproof and the latter is a Entry-Level Mirrorless by competitors Olympus and Panasonic. There exists a sizeable gap among the sensor resolutions of the 6010 (12MP) and G5 (16MP) and the 6010 (1/2.3") and G5 (Four Thirds) provide totally different sensor sizing.

Japan-exclusive Leica Leitz Phone 3 features big sensor and new modes

The 6010 was brought out 4 years prior to the G5 which is a fairly large gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Both of the cameras feature different body design with the Olympus 6010 being a Compact camera and the Panasonic G5 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera.

Before delving right into a thorough comparison, here is a simple highlight of how the 6010 grades versus the G5 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Below is a preview of the gallery photos for Olympus Stylus Tough 6010 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-G5. The entire galleries are viewable at Olympus 6010 Gallery and Panasonic G5 Gallery.

For anyone who is aiming to carry around your camera, you are going to need to factor in its weight and dimensions. The Olympus 6010 provides external measurements of 95mm x 63mm x 22mm (3.7" x 2.5" x 0.9") with a weight of 179 grams (0.39 lbs) while the Panasonic G5 has dimensions of 120mm x 83mm x 71mm (4.7" x 3.3" x 2.8") and a weight of 396 grams (0.87 lbs).

Check the Olympus 6010 versus Panasonic G5 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you choose at the time. The following is a front view scale comparison of the 6010 against the G5.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability score of the 6010 and G5 is 94 and 74 respectively.

Sometimes, it is tough to visualise the contrast in sensor sizes just by looking through specifications. The picture below will offer you a more clear sense of the sensor sizing in the 6010 and G5.

To sum up, each of the cameras come with different resolutions and different sensor sizes. The 6010 because of its smaller sensor will make shooting shallow DOF tougher and the Panasonic G5 will render more detail having its extra 4MP. Higher resolution will also help you crop pictures a good deal more aggressively. The more aged 6010 will be behind when it comes to sensor tech.