Olympus 6010 vs Samsung NX3000

Here is a in depth comparison of the Olympus 6010 versus Samsung NX3000, former being a Waterproof while the other is a Entry-Level Mirrorless by rivals Olympus and Samsung. There is a noticeable difference between the sensor resolutions of the 6010 (12MP) and NX3000 (20MP) and the 6010 (1/2.3") and NX3000 (APS-C) come with totally different sensor sizing.

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The 6010 was launched 5 years earlier than the NX3000 and that is quite a sizable difference as far as tech is concerned. The two cameras come with different body type with the Olympus 6010 being a Compact camera and the Samsung NX3000 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.

Before delving through a step-by-step comparison, below is a quick overview of how the 6010 grades against the NX3000 for portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Below is a sample of the gallery pictures for Olympus Stylus Tough 6010 & Samsung NX3000. The complete galleries are available at Olympus 6010 Gallery & Samsung NX3000 Gallery.

In case you're intending to carry your camera, you will have to factor in its weight and proportions. The Olympus 6010 features 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) while the Samsung NX3000 has measurements of 117mm x 66mm x 39mm (4.6" x 2.6" x 1.5") having a weight of 230 grams (0.51 lbs).

Look at the Olympus 6010 versus Samsung NX3000 in our newest Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Don't forget, the weight of an ILC will differ dependant on the lens you are utilising at the time. Underneath is the front view overall size comparison of the 6010 compared to the NX3000.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability grade of the 6010 and NX3000 is 94 and 89 respectively.

In many cases, it's hard to see the difference between sensor sizing just by checking a spec sheet. The photograph below should offer you a stronger sense of the sensor dimensions in the 6010 and NX3000.

Clearly, each of the cameras have got different megapixel count and different sensor sizing. The 6010 due to its tinier sensor will make achieving shallower depth of field more challenging and the Samsung NX3000 will resolve extra detail utilizing its extra 8 Megapixels. Greater resolution will let you crop photos much more aggressively. The older 6010 is going to be disadvantaged with regard to sensor technology.