Olympus 6010 vs Panasonic GX850

Here, we are comparing the Olympus 6010 versus Panasonic GX850, former being a Waterproof while the other is a Entry-Level Mirrorless by companies Olympus and Panasonic. There is a noticeable difference between the resolutions of the 6010 (12MP) and GX850 (16MP) and the 6010 (1/2.3") and GX850 (Four Thirds) offer totally different sensor size.

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The 6010 was brought out 8 years earlier than the GX850 and that is quite a sizable difference as far as tech is concerned. Each of these cameras feature different body design with the Olympus 6010 being a Compact camera and the Panasonic GX850 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.

Before going straight to a comprehensive comparison, here is a brief overview of how the 6010 grades against the GX850 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Below is a sample of the gallery pics for Olympus Stylus Tough 6010 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-GX850. The entire galleries are available at Olympus 6010 Gallery & Panasonic GX850 Gallery.

When you are looking to carry your camera, you'll have to take into account its weight and size. The Olympus 6010 enjoys external measurements of 95mm x 63mm x 22mm (3.7" x 2.5" x 0.9") having a weight of 179 grams (0.39 lbs) while the Panasonic GX850 has specifications of 107mm x 65mm x 33mm (4.2" x 2.6" x 1.3") accompanied by a weight of 269 grams (0.59 lbs).

Contrast the Olympus 6010 versus Panasonic GX850 in our brand new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Don't forget, the weight of an ILC will differ dependant on the lens you are utilising at the time. Here is a front view dimension comparison of the 6010 and the GX850.

Considering size and weight, the portability score of the 6010 and GX850 is 94 and 90 respectively.

Usually, it is difficult to envision the difference between sensor sizing simply by reviewing technical specs. The photograph below will help provide you a greater sense of the sensor sizing in the 6010 and GX850.

As you have seen, each of these cameras feature different resolutions and different sensor sizing. The 6010 because of its tinier sensor will make shooting shallow depth of field trickier and the Panasonic GX850 will deliver greater detail having its extra 4MP. Greater resolution will also let you crop pics way more aggressively. The older 6010 is going to be disadvantaged with regard to sensor technology.