Olympus 6010 vs Pentax K-3

On this page, we are comparing the Olympus 6010 vs Pentax K-3, one being a Waterproof and the other is a Advanced DSLR by manufacturers Olympus and Pentax. There exists a big gap between the sensor resolutions of the 6010 (12MP) and K-3 (24MP) and the 6010 (1/2.3") and K-3 (APS-C) offer different sensor size.

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The 6010 was revealed 5 years before the K-3 and that is quite a big gap as far as technology is concerned. The two cameras have different body design with the Olympus 6010 being a Compact camera and the Pentax K-3 being a Mid-size SLR camera.

Before we go right into a in-depth comparison, here is a concise introduction of how the 6010 matches up versus the K-3 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Olympus Stylus Tough 6010 and Pentax K-3. The full galleries are provided at Olympus 6010 Gallery and Pentax K-3 Gallery.

For those who are intending to lug around your camera, you need to factor in its weight and proportions. The Olympus 6010 enjoys exterior 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 Pentax K-3 has measurements of 131mm x 100mm x 77mm (5.2" x 3.9" x 3.0") accompanied by a weight of 800 grams (1.76 lbs).

Compare the Olympus 6010 vs Pentax K-3 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you have during that time. Below is a front view measurements comparison of the 6010 versus the K-3.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability score of the 6010 and K-3 is 94 and 59 respectively.

Normally, it's tough to visualize the gap between sensor measurements merely by going over specifications. The graphic underneath will help give you a far better sense of the sensor sizes in the 6010 and K-3.

Plainly, both cameras have different megapixel count and different sensor measurements. The 6010 with its tinier sensor is going to make achieving shallower DOF more difficult and the Pentax K-3 will offer you greater detail because of its extra 12MP. Greater resolution will also let you crop pics a bit more aggressively. The older 6010 is going to be behind in sensor technology.