Olympus 6020 vs Panasonic FP8

The following is a comprehensive review of the Olympus 6020 versus Panasonic FP8, one is a Waterproof and the other is a Ultracompact by manufacturers Olympus and Panasonic. The image resolution of the 6020 (13MP) and the FP8 (12MP) is fairly close and they possess the exact same sensor size (1/2.3").

Photography Glossary

The 6020 was brought out 7 months after the FP8 so they are of a similar generation. The two cameras come with different body type with the Olympus 6020 being a Compact camera and the Panasonic FP8 being a Ultracompact camera.

Before we go straight into a complete comparison, below is a quick view of how the 6020 scores versus the FP8 for portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

The following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Olympus Stylus Tough 6020 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-FP8. The entire galleries are available at Olympus 6020 Gallery and Panasonic FP8 Gallery.

For anyone who is aiming to travel with your camera often, you will have to consider its weight and volume. The Olympus 6020 has got external dimensions of 95mm x 62mm x 22mm (3.7" x 2.4" x 0.9") along with a weight of 122 grams (0.27 lbs) whilst the Panasonic FP8 has sizing of 96mm x 60mm x 20mm (3.8" x 2.4" x 0.8") with a weight of 151 grams (0.33 lbs).

Contrast the Olympus 6020 versus Panasonic FP8 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you are using at that moment. Following is the front view physical size comparison of the 6020 against the FP8.

Using size and weight, the portability grade of the 6020 and FP8 is 95 and 95 respectively.

Generally, it is very hard to picture the difference in sensor dimensions simply by researching specs. The picture here will give you a clearer sense of the sensor dimensions in the 6020 and FP8.

All in all, the two cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements but different resolution. You should anticipate the Olympus 6020 to result in more detail having its extra 1MP. Greater resolution will also help you crop images much more aggressively. The more recent 6020 provides a benefit with regard to sensor tech.