Olympus 6010 vs Pentax P70

In this article, we are contrasting the Olympus 6010 vs Pentax P70, one being a Waterproof and the other is a Ultracompact by manufacturers Olympus and Pentax. The resolution of the 6010 (12MP) and the P70 (12MP) is very close and they feature the same exact sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The 6010 was manufactured 5 months later than the P70 which means that they are both of a similar generation. Both the cameras offer different body type with the Olympus 6010 being a Compact camera and the Pentax P70 being a Ultracompact camera.

Before delving in to a in-depth comparison, below is a concise overview of how the 6010 grades vs the P70 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Below is a sample of the gallery pics for Olympus Stylus Tough 6010 and Pentax Optio P70. The entire galleries are available at Olympus 6010 Gallery and Pentax P70 Gallery.

If you're going to lug around your camera regularly, you will need to consider 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 Pentax P70 has sizing of 97mm x 54mm x 22mm (3.8" x 2.1" x 0.9") with a weight of 155 grams (0.34 lbs).

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Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you have during that time. The following is the front view measurement comparison of the 6010 vs the P70.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability grade of the 6010 and P70 is 94 and 95 respectively.

Oftentimes, it is very hard to visualize the gap in sensor measurements simply by researching technical specs. The visual below should provide you a clearer sense of the sensor sizes in the 6010 and P70.

As you have seen, both of those cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing and the exact same MP therefore you should expect comparable quality of pictures however you have to take the production date of the cameras into account.