Olympus 6010 vs Sony A100

Here, we are reviewing the Olympus 6010 vs Sony A100, former is a Waterproof while the other is a Entry-Level DSLR by manufacturers Olympus and Sony. The sensor resolution of the 6010 (12MP) and the A100 (10MP) is very well matched but the 6010 (1/2.3") and A100 (APS-C) provide totally different sensor measurements.

Photography Glossary

The 6010 was launched 3 years after the A100 which is quite a serious difference as far as tech is concerned. Both cameras feature different body design with the Olympus 6010 being a Compact camera and the Sony A100 being a Compact SLR camera.

Before we go straight to a complete comparison, here is a simple summary of how the 6010 grades vs the A100 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

This is a sample of the gallery pics for Olympus Stylus Tough 6010 & Sony Alpha DSLR-A100. The complete galleries are available at Olympus 6010 Gallery & Sony A100 Gallery.

For anyone who is intending to carry around your camera, you should think about its weight and dimensions. The Olympus 6010 features exterior measurements of 95mm x 63mm x 22mm (3.7" x 2.5" x 0.9") with a weight of 179 grams (0.39 lbs) while the Sony A100 has dimensions of 133mm x 95mm x 71mm (5.2" x 3.7" x 2.8") accompanied by a weight of 638 grams (1.41 lbs).

Compare the Olympus 6010 vs Sony A100 in our newest Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember that, the weight of an ILC will vary based on the lens you choose during that time. Here is a front view physical size comparison of the 6010 against the A100.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability grade of the 6010 and A100 is 94 and 64 respectively.

In many cases, it is very hard to visualise the difference between sensor sizes merely by reading through specifications. The image below may offer you a greater sense of the sensor measurements in the 6010 and A100.

To sum up, the 2 cameras feature different resolutions and different sensor sizes. The 6010 due to its tinier sensor will make shooting shallower depth of field tougher and the Olympus 6010 will resolve greater detail utilizing its extra 2 Megapixels. Greater resolution will help you crop images way more aggressively. The more recent 6010 will have an edge with regard to sensor tech.