Olympus 6010 vs Panasonic ZS15

The following is a comprehensive assessment of the Olympus 6010 and Panasonic ZS15, one is a Waterproof and the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom by competitors Olympus and Panasonic. The image resolution of the 6010 (12MP) and the ZS15 (12MP) is relatively comparable and they feature the same exact sensor size (1/2.3").

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The 6010 was introduced 3 years before the ZS15 which is a fairly sizable gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Both of these cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before delving in to a in-depth comparison, below is a concise summary of how the 6010 grades against the ZS15 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Here is a preview of the gallery photos for Olympus Stylus Tough 6010 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS15. The whole galleries are viewable at Olympus 6010 Gallery and Panasonic ZS15 Gallery.

For anyone who is looking to travel with your camera often, you are going to need to factor in its weight and size. The Olympus 6010 enjoys physical dimensions of 95mm x 63mm x 22mm (3.7" x 2.5" x 0.9") having a weight of 179 grams (0.39 lbs) whilst the Panasonic ZS15 has specifications of 105mm x 58mm x 33mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.3") along with a weight of 208 grams (0.46 lbs).

Analyze the Olympus 6010 and Panasonic ZS15 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you use at that moment. Following is the front view overall size comparison of the 6010 compared to the ZS15.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the 6010 and ZS15 is 94 and 92 respectively.

Typically, it is very hard to imagine the contrast in sensor dimensions purely by checking out specs. The pic below will help provide you a more clear sense of the sensor dimensions in the 6010 and ZS15.

All in all, the two cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing and the same MP so you should expect comparable quality of photos but you would want to factor the production date of the cameras into account. The more aged 6010 will be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor tech.