Olympus 6010 vs Panasonic SZ1

On this page, we are comparing the Olympus 6010 and Panasonic SZ1, one is a Waterproof and the other is a Small Sensor Compact by manufacturers Olympus and Panasonic. There exists a sizeable gap between the sensor resolutions of the 6010 (12MP) and SZ1 (16MP) but both cameras provide the same sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The 6010 was released 3 years prior to the SZ1 which is quite a large gap as far as technology is concerned. Both of these cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before getting right into a more detailed comparison, here is a brief synopsis of how the 6010 scores versus the SZ1 for portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

This is a sample of the gallery pics for Olympus Stylus Tough 6010 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-SZ1. The complete galleries are available at Olympus 6010 Gallery and Panasonic SZ1 Gallery.

For anyone who is planning to travel with your camera often, you will have to take into account its weight and volume. The Olympus 6010 provides outer measurements of 95mm x 63mm x 22mm (3.7" x 2.5" x 0.9") along with a weight of 179 grams (0.39 lbs) whilst the Panasonic SZ1 has sizing of 99mm x 59mm x 21mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.8") along with a weight of 131 grams (0.29 lbs).

Check out the Olympus 6010 and Panasonic SZ1 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you are using at that moment. Below is a front view dimensions comparison of the 6010 compared to the SZ1.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the 6010 and SZ1 is 94 and 95 respectively.

Typically, it's hard to visualize the gap between sensor dimensions simply by reading technical specs. The image below will give you a better sense of the sensor sizing in the 6010 and SZ1.

As you have seen, both of those cameras provide the same sensor dimensions but different megapixels. You should expect to see the Panasonic SZ1 to offer you greater detail as a result of its extra 4MP. Greater resolution will make it easier to crop pics more aggressively. The more aged 6010 is going to be behind when it comes to sensor technology.