Olympus 6010 vs Sony A390

In this write-up, we will be analyzing the Olympus 6010 and Sony A390, one is a Waterproof and the latter is a Entry-Level DSLR by competitors Olympus and Sony. The image resolution of the 6010 (12MP) and the A390 (14MP) is pretty well matched but the 6010 (1/2.3") and A390 (APS-C) use totally different sensor size.

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The 6010 was launched 12 months earlier than the A390 which means that they are of a similar generation. Each of the cameras offer different body type with the Olympus 6010 being a Compact camera and the Sony A390 being a Compact SLR camera.

Before going through a detailed comparison, below is a concise introduction of how the 6010 matches up versus the A390 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Following is a preview of the gallery images for Olympus Stylus Tough 6010 and Sony Alpha DSLR-A390. The complete galleries are viewable at Olympus 6010 Gallery and Sony A390 Gallery.

When you are aiming to travel with your camera, you will have to take into account its weight and dimensions. The Olympus 6010 offers external measurements 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 Sony A390 has dimensions of 128mm x 97mm x 86mm (5.0" x 3.8" x 3.4") with a weight of 549 grams (1.21 lbs).

Compare the Olympus 6010 and Sony A390 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you have attached at that time. Here is the front view overall size comparison of the 6010 against the A390.

Looking at size and weight, the portability score of the 6010 and A390 is 94 and 66 respectively.

Generally, it is very difficult to see the difference between sensor dimensions simply by reading through technical specs. The image below might provide you a clearer sense of the sensor measurements in the 6010 and A390.

As you have seen, both of the cameras enjoy different resolutions and different sensor dimensions. The 6010 because of its tinier sensor will make achieving bokeh harder and the Sony A390 will give extra detail utilizing its extra 2MP. Higher resolution will make it easier to crop shots far more aggressively. The more aged 6010 is going to be disadvantaged with regard to sensor innovation.