Olympus 6010 vs Panasonic GF2

In this article, we will be matching up the Olympus 6010 and Panasonic GF2, one being a Waterproof and the latter is a Entry-Level Mirrorless by companies Olympus and Panasonic. The image resolution of the 6010 (12MP) and the GF2 (12MP) is pretty close but the 6010 (1/2.3") and GF2 (Four Thirds) use totally different sensor sizes.

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The 6010 was manufactured 19 months before the GF2 which makes the cameras a generation apart from one another. Each of these cameras offer different body type with the Olympus 6010 being a Compact camera and the Panasonic GF2 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.

Before diving in to a thorough comparison, below is a quick introduction of how the 6010 scores versus the GF2 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Following is a preview of the gallery images for Olympus Stylus Tough 6010 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-GF2. The entire galleries are viewable at Olympus 6010 Gallery and Panasonic GF2 Gallery.

If you're looking to carry your camera often, you are going to need to think about its weight and measurements. The Olympus 6010 features outer measurements of 95mm x 63mm x 22mm (3.7" x 2.5" x 0.9") accompanied by a weight of 179 grams (0.39 lbs) whilst the Panasonic GF2 has proportions of 113mm x 68mm x 33mm (4.4" x 2.7" x 1.3") and a weight of 310 grams (0.68 lbs).

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Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you are using during that time. Following is the front view over all size comparison of the 6010 and the GF2.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability score of the 6010 and GF2 is 94 and 88 respectively.

Sometimes, it is difficult to see the difference in sensor sizing simply by looking through specs. The photograph underneath may give you a greater sense of the sensor measurements in the 6010 and GF2.

All in all, the 2 cameras offer the same exact megapixels albeit not the same sensor sizing. The 6010 has the smaller sensor which should make achieving shallow depth of field more difficult. The older 6010 will be behind with regard to sensor tech.