Olympus 6010 vs Panasonic ZS8

On this page, we are comparing the Olympus 6010 and Panasonic ZS8, former is a Waterproof while the other is a Small Sensor Superzoom by brands Olympus and Panasonic. The resolution of the 6010 (12MP) and the ZS8 (14MP) is fairly well matched and both cameras boast the same sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The 6010 was revealed 24 months before the ZS8 making them a generation away from one another. Both the cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before getting straight to a in depth comparison, here is a concise summary of how the 6010 scores against the ZS8 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Here is a sample of the gallery pictures for Olympus Stylus Tough 6010 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS8. The full galleries are available at Olympus 6010 Gallery & Panasonic ZS8 Gallery.

For those who are intending to carry around your camera, you are going to need to factor in its weight and volume. The Olympus 6010 features outside dimensions of 95mm x 63mm x 22mm (3.7" x 2.5" x 0.9") and a weight of 179 grams (0.39 lbs) whilst the Panasonic ZS8 has sizing of 105mm x 58mm x 33mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.3") and a weight of 210 grams (0.46 lbs).

Analyze the Olympus 6010 and Panasonic ZS8 in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Always remember, the weight of an ILC will change dependant on the lens you have chosen during that time. Below is a front view over all size comparison of the 6010 and the ZS8.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the 6010 and ZS8 is 94 and 92 respectively.

Normally, its tough to visualise the difference between sensor sizes only by checking specs. The image underneath will help give you a clearer sense of the sensor sizes in the 6010 and ZS8.

As you can plainly see, both cameras provide the same sensor dimensions but not the same megapixels. You can anticipate the Panasonic ZS8 to give you extra detail because of its extra 2 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also enable you to crop images more aggressively. The more aged 6010 is going to be behind in sensor technology.