Olympus 6010 vs Samsung HZ25W

Its time to look a bit more in depth at the Olympus 6010 versus Samsung HZ25W, one is a Waterproof and the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom by companies Olympus and Samsung. The resolution of the 6010 (12MP) and the HZ25W (12MP) is relatively comparable and they possess the same exact sensor size (1/2.3").

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The 6010 was announced 11 months prior to the HZ25W and they are of a similar generation. The two cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before getting through a more detailed comparison, below is a simple summation of how the 6010 grades against the HZ25W with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Below is a preview of the gallery photos for Olympus Stylus Tough 6010 and Samsung HZ25W. The whole galleries are provided at Olympus 6010 Gallery and Samsung HZ25W Gallery.

In case you're going to carry around your camera frequently, you will have to consider its weight and proportions. The Olympus 6010 has outside 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 Samsung HZ25W has measurements of 116mm x 83mm x 92mm (4.6" x 3.3" x 3.6") along with a weight of 428 grams (0.94 lbs).

Look at the Olympus 6010 versus Samsung HZ25W in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you select at that moment. The following is the front view dimension comparison of the 6010 vs the HZ25W.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability score of the 6010 and HZ25W is 94 and 70 respectively.

More often than not, it is very hard to imagine the difference in sensor sizes only by seeing technical specs. The picture underneath will help offer you a better sense of the sensor dimensions in the 6010 and HZ25W.

As you have seen, both of these cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing and the identical MP and you should expect comparable quality of pictures but you have to factor the release date of the cameras into account. The more aged 6010 will be disadvantaged in sensor technology.