Olympus 6010 vs Samsung NX2000

Below, we are looking at the Olympus 6010 and Samsung NX2000, former is a Waterproof while the other is a Entry-Level Mirrorless by rivals Olympus and Samsung. There exists a considerable gap among the resolutions of the 6010 (12MP) and NX2000 (20MP) and the 6010 (1/2.3") and NX2000 (APS-C) feature totally different sensor measurements.

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The 6010 was manufactured 5 years before the NX2000 which is a fairly large difference as far as camera technology is concerned. Each of the cameras come with different body type with the Olympus 6010 being a Compact camera and the Samsung NX2000 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.

Before delving straight into a in-depth comparison, below is a simple summation of how the 6010 scores against the NX2000 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Here is a sample of the gallery pics for Olympus Stylus Tough 6010 & Samsung NX2000. The entire galleries are viewable at Olympus 6010 Gallery & Samsung NX2000 Gallery.

If you're going to carry around your camera regularly, you need to consider its weight and measurements. The Olympus 6010 provides physical dimensions of 95mm x 63mm x 22mm (3.7" x 2.5" x 0.9") having a weight of 179 grams (0.39 lbs) and the Samsung NX2000 has proportions of 119mm x 65mm x 36mm (4.7" x 2.6" x 1.4") having a weight of 228 grams (0.50 lbs).

Contrast the Olympus 6010 and Samsung NX2000 in our newest Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into consideration, the weight of an ILC will differ dependant on the lens you use during that time. Following is the front view over all size comparison of the 6010 and the NX2000.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the 6010 and NX2000 is 94 and 89 respectively.

Normally, it is difficult to see the gap in sensor sizes just by seeing specifications. The image here should provide you a clearer sense of the sensor sizes in the 6010 and NX2000.

To sum up, both the cameras have got different resolutions and different sensor sizes. The 6010 because of its smaller sensor will make achieving shallower DOF more challenging and the Samsung NX2000 will provide more detail due to its extra 8MP. Greater resolution can also enable you to crop images much more aggressively. The more aged 6010 will be behind when it comes to sensor technology.