Olympus 6010 vs Samsung NX10

Below is a complete assessment of the Olympus 6010 versus Samsung NX10, one being a Waterproof and the other is a Entry-Level Mirrorless by manufacturers Olympus and Samsung. The image resolution of the 6010 (12MP) and the NX10 (15MP) is very close but the 6010 (1/2.3") and NX10 (APS-C) feature different sensor sizing.

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The 6010 was revealed 8 months prior to the NX10 and they are both of a similar generation. Both the cameras offer different body type with the Olympus 6010 being a Compact camera and the Samsung NX10 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera.

Before delving straight into a in depth comparison, below is a short highlight of how the 6010 grades against the NX10 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Following is a sample of the gallery pics for Olympus Stylus Tough 6010 and Samsung NX10. The full galleries are viewable at Olympus 6010 Gallery and Samsung NX10 Gallery.

For anyone who is planning to lug around your camera, you will need to factor its weight and volume. The Olympus 6010 provides 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) whilst the Samsung NX10 has sizing of 123mm x 87mm x 40mm (4.8" x 3.4" x 1.6") and a weight of 499 grams (1.10 lbs).

Check out the Olympus 6010 versus Samsung NX10 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you have attached during that time. Below is the front view overall size comparison of the 6010 compared to the NX10.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability score of the 6010 and NX10 is 94 and 80 respectively.

Generally, it is difficult to imagine the gap in sensor measurements just by looking through a spec sheet. The photograph underneath should give you a more clear sense of the sensor dimensions in the 6010 and NX10.

Clearly, each of these cameras enjoy different megapixels and different sensor measurements. The 6010 having a smaller sensor is going to make shooting bokeh more difficult and the Samsung NX10 will render greater detail because of its extra 3 Megapixels. Greater resolution will make it easier to crop photos far more aggressively. The older 6010 will be disadvantaged in sensor innovation.