Olympus 6010 vs Pentax K100D

In this article, we will be contrasting the Olympus 6010 and Pentax K100D, one is a Waterproof and the latter is a Entry-Level DSLR by rivals Olympus and Pentax. There is a significant difference among the sensor resolutions of the 6010 (12MP) and K100D (6MP) and the 6010 (1/2.3") and K100D (APS-C) use totally different sensor size.

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The 6010 was announced 2 years after the K100D which is a fairly sizable gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Both cameras offer different body type with the Olympus 6010 being a Compact camera and the Pentax K100D being a Compact SLR camera.

Before diving in to a more detailed comparison, below is a simple view of how the 6010 scores against the K100D in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Below is a preview of the gallery images for Olympus Stylus Tough 6010 and Pentax K100D. The whole galleries are viewable at Olympus 6010 Gallery and Pentax K100D Gallery.

In case you're aiming to carry around your camera, you will need to take into account its weight and proportions. The Olympus 6010 has outer dimensions of 95mm x 63mm x 22mm (3.7" x 2.5" x 0.9") having a weight of 179 grams (0.39 lbs) while the Pentax K100D has measurements of 129mm x 93mm x 70mm (5.1" x 3.7" x 2.8") and a weight of 660 grams (1.46 lbs).

Compare the Olympus 6010 and Pentax K100D in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you are employing during that time. Below is the front view scale comparison of the 6010 and the K100D.

Using size and weight, the portability grade of the 6010 and K100D is 94 and 64 respectively.

Generally, its hard to see the difference in sensor sizes simply by seeing specifications. The pic underneath will help offer you a better sense of the sensor dimensions in the 6010 and K100D.

Plainly, both cameras offer different resolutions and different sensor sizes. The 6010 with its smaller sensor will make getting bokeh tougher and the Olympus 6010 will produce more detail with its extra 6 Megapixels. Higher resolution will allow you to crop shots a little more aggressively. The more recent 6010 is going to have a benefit when it comes to sensor tech.