Olympus 6010 vs Panasonic ZS50

Its time to look closer at the Olympus 6010 versus Panasonic ZS50, one is a Waterproof and the other is a Small Sensor Superzoom by rivals Olympus and Panasonic. The image resolution of the 6010 (12MP) and the ZS50 (12MP) is very comparable and they enjoy the same exact sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The 6010 was released 6 years before the ZS50 which is a fairly serious gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Both the cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before diving through a in depth comparison, below is a concise highlight of how the 6010 grades vs the ZS50 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Here is a sample of the gallery pics for Olympus Stylus Tough 6010 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS50. The complete galleries are provided at Olympus 6010 Gallery and Panasonic ZS50 Gallery.

For those who are looking to travel with your camera often, you're going to have to factor its weight and measurements. The Olympus 6010 has physical measurements 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 ZS50 has proportions of 111mm x 65mm x 34mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 1.3") having a weight of 243 grams (0.54 lbs).

Compare the Olympus 6010 versus Panasonic ZS50 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you choose at that moment. Below is the front view size comparison of the 6010 vs the ZS50.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability score of the 6010 and ZS50 is 94 and 90 respectively.

Often, it is hard to visualize the difference in sensor dimensions only by seeing technical specs. The picture below may provide you a stronger sense of the sensor sizing in the 6010 and ZS50.

As you have seen, both of those cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing and the exact same resolution and you should expect comparable quality of images though you should always take the production date of the cameras into account. The more aged 6010 will be behind in sensor innovation.