Olympus 6010 vs Panasonic GF1

Let's take a closer look at the Olympus 6010 vs Panasonic GF1, one is a Waterproof and the latter is a Entry-Level Mirrorless by companies Olympus and Panasonic. The resolution of the 6010 (12MP) and the GF1 (12MP) is pretty close but the 6010 (1/2.3") and GF1 (Four Thirds) posses different sensor measurements.

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The 6010 was unveiled 2 months prior to the GF1 and they are of a similar generation. Both the cameras have different body design with the Olympus 6010 being a Compact camera and the Panasonic GF1 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.

Before getting into a thorough comparison, here is a simple view of how the 6010 matches up against the GF1 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Following is a preview of the gallery images for Olympus Stylus Tough 6010 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-GF1. The full galleries are provided at Olympus 6010 Gallery and Panasonic GF1 Gallery.

In case you're planning to travel with your camera regularly, you will need to factor its weight and proportions. The Olympus 6010 enjoys physical dimensions of 95mm x 63mm x 22mm (3.7" x 2.5" x 0.9") accompanied by a weight of 179 grams (0.39 lbs) and the Panasonic GF1 has measurements of 119mm x 71mm x 36mm (4.7" x 2.8" x 1.4") accompanied by a weight of 385 grams (0.85 lbs).

Examine the Olympus 6010 vs Panasonic GF1 in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you have at that time. Underneath is a front view measurement comparison of the 6010 against the GF1.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability grade of the 6010 and GF1 is 94 and 85 respectively.

Usually, it is very difficult to visualize the contrast in sensor dimensions purely by viewing specs. The pic here might offer you a clearer sense of the sensor sizes in the 6010 and GF1.

All in all, the two cameras provide the same resolution albeit different sensor dimensions. The 6010 features the smaller sensor which is going to make obtaining shallower DOF more difficult.