Olympus 6010 vs Samsung SL30

Here, we will be matching up the Olympus 6010 and Samsung SL30, one is a Waterproof and the latter is a Small Sensor Compact by competitors Olympus and Samsung. The image resolution of the 6010 (12MP) and the SL30 (10MP) is relatively well matched and both cameras offer the identical sensor sizing (1/2.3").

Photography Glossary

The 6010 was manufactured 5 months after the SL30 and they are of a similar generation. Both the cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before diving right into a in depth comparison, here is a simple highlight of how the 6010 scores vs the SL30 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Here is a preview of the gallery photos for Olympus Stylus Tough 6010 and Samsung SL30. The entire galleries are available at Olympus 6010 Gallery and Samsung SL30 Gallery.

For anyone who is aiming to carry around your camera regularly, you have to consider its weight and dimensions. The Olympus 6010 features outer measurements 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 SL30 has dimensions of 94mm x 61mm x 23mm (3.7" x 2.4" x 0.9") having a weight of 140 grams (0.31 lbs).

Contrast the Olympus 6010 and Samsung SL30 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you have at that moment. Underneath is a front view scale comparison of the 6010 versus the SL30.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the 6010 and SL30 is 94 and 95 respectively.

Quite often, it is very difficult to see the contrast between sensor sizes only by looking at specifications. The pic underneath will give you a much better sense of the sensor measurements in the 6010 and SL30.

To sum up, both of those cameras feature the identical sensor size albeit not the same resolution. You should count on the Olympus 6010 to give extra detail due to its extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution will make it easier to crop photographs way more aggressively.