Olympus 6010 vs Pentax WG-2

Lets look closer at the Olympus 6010 versus Pentax WG-2, both Waterproof digital cameras by competitors Olympus and Pentax. There is a crucial difference between the image resolutions of the 6010 (12MP) and WG-2 (16MP) but they possess the same exact sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The 6010 was unveiled 3 years earlier than the WG-2 and that is quite a serious gap as far as tech is concerned. Both cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before diving in to a more detailed comparison, below is a quick overview of how the 6010 grades versus the WG-2 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

This is a preview of the gallery photos for Olympus Stylus Tough 6010 and Pentax Optio WG-2. The full galleries are viewable at Olympus 6010 Gallery and Pentax WG-2 Gallery.

In case you're intending to lug around your camera frequently, you will have to consider its weight and volume. The Olympus 6010 has got outer dimensions of 95mm x 63mm x 22mm (3.7" x 2.5" x 0.9") accompanied by a weight of 179 grams (0.39 lbs) and the Pentax WG-2 has sizing of 122mm x 61mm x 30mm (4.8" x 2.4" x 1.2") along with a weight of 192 grams (0.42 lbs).

Look at the Olympus 6010 versus Pentax WG-2 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you choose at that time. Underneath is the front view measurement comparison of the 6010 and the WG-2.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability grade of the 6010 and WG-2 is 94 and 91 respectively.

Usually, it is very tough to picture the gap between sensor measurements simply by reviewing specifications. The visual underneath will help offer you a much better sense of the sensor sizes in the 6010 and WG-2.

Plainly, both the cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing albeit different resolution. You should count on the Pentax WG-2 to offer you more detail having an extra 4 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also allow you to crop shots a little more aggressively. The older 6010 is going to be behind with regard to sensor tech.