Olympus 6020 vs Panasonic FX90
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![Olympus Stylus Tough 6020 front Olympus Stylus Tough 6020 front](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/cameras/gallery/medium/Olympus-Stylus-Tough-6020/Olympus-6020-front.jpg)
![Panasonic Lumix DMC-FX90 front Panasonic Lumix DMC-FX90 front](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/cameras/gallery/medium/Panasonic-Lumix-DMC-FX90/Panasonic-FX90-front.jpg)
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Olympus 6020 vs Panasonic FX90 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 13MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 64 - 1600
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 28-140mm (F3.9-5.9) lens
- 122g - 95 x 62 x 22mm
- Introduced February 2010
- Alternative Name is mju Tough 6020
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 24-120mm (F2.5-5.9) lens
- 149g - 102 x 56 x 22mm
- Announced August 2011
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Olympus 6020 vs Panasonic FX90 Overview
Let's look much closer at the Olympus 6020 vs Panasonic FX90, one is a Waterproof and the other is a Small Sensor Compact by brands Olympus and Panasonic. The image resolution of the 6020 (13MP) and the FX90 (12MP) is very well matched and they use the same exact sensor dimensions (1/2.3").
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The 6020 was released 19 months prior to the FX90 making the cameras a generation away from one another. Both of the cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).
Before we go in to a thorough comparison, below is a short summary of how the 6020 matches up versus the FX90 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.
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Olympus 6020 vs Panasonic FX90 Gallery
Here is a sample of the gallery pics for Olympus Stylus Tough 6020 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-FX90. The complete galleries are available at Olympus 6020 Gallery and Panasonic FX90 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Olympus 6020 over the Panasonic FX90
6020 | FX90 |
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Reasons to pick Panasonic FX90 over the Olympus 6020
FX90 | 6020 | |||
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Announced | August 2011 | ![]() | February 2010 | More modern by 19 months |
Display sizing | 3" | ![]() | 2.7" | Larger display (+0.3") |
Display resolution | 460k | ![]() | 230k | Crisper display (+230k dot) |
Touch display | ![]() | Easily navigate |
Common features in the Olympus 6020 and Panasonic FX90
6020 | FX90 | |||
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Manual focus | ![]() | Lack of manual focus | ||
Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Selfie screen | ![]() | No selfie screen |
Olympus 6020 vs Panasonic FX90 Physical Comparison
For those who are going to carry around your camera often, you'll need to factor in its weight and size. The Olympus 6020 features exterior 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 FX90 has specifications of 102mm x 56mm x 22mm (4.0" x 2.2" x 0.9") and a weight of 149 grams (0.33 lbs).
Examine the Olympus 6020 vs Panasonic FX90 in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.![Camera Size Comparison with Lenses Camera Size Comparison with Lenses](https://pxlmag.com/db/assets/camera-size-comparison-animation.gif)
Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you have at that time. Below is the front view measurements comparison of the 6020 versus the FX90.
![Olympus 6020 vs Panasonic FX90 size comparison Olympus 6020 vs Panasonic FX90 size comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Olympus-Stylus-Tough-6020-vs-Panasonic-Lumix-DMC-FX90-size-comparison.jpg)
Considering dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the 6020 and FX90 is 95 and 95 respectively.
![Olympus 6020 vs Panasonic FX90 top view buttons comparison Olympus 6020 vs Panasonic FX90 top view buttons comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Olympus-Stylus-Tough-6020-vs-Panasonic-Lumix-DMC-FX90-top-view-buttons-comparison.jpg)
Olympus 6020 vs Panasonic FX90 Sensor Comparison
Sometimes, it's tough to envision the difference between sensor sizes just by looking at specifications. The image underneath may offer you a greater sense of the sensor dimensions in the 6020 and FX90.
Plainly, each of the cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing but not the same megapixels. You should expect to see the Olympus 6020 to give you greater detail as a result of its extra 1 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also make it easier to crop images far more aggressively. The more aged 6020 is going to be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor tech.
![Olympus 6020 vs Panasonic FX90 sensor size comparison Olympus 6020 vs Panasonic FX90 sensor size comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/sensor-compare/Olympus-Stylus-Tough-6020-vs-Panasonic-Lumix-DMC-FX90-sensor-size-comparison.png)
Olympus 6020 vs Panasonic FX90 Screen and ViewFinder
![Olympus 6020 vs Panasonic FX90 Screen and Viewfinder comparison Olympus 6020 vs Panasonic FX90 Screen and Viewfinder comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Olympus-Stylus-Tough-6020-vs-Panasonic-Lumix-DMC-FX90-screen-back-comparison.jpg)
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Photography Type Scores
Portrait Comparison
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Street Comparison
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Sports Comparison
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Travel Comparison
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Landscape Comparison
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Vlogging Comparison
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Olympus 6020 vs Panasonic FX90 Specifications
Olympus Stylus Tough 6020 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-FX90 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | Olympus | Panasonic |
Model type | Olympus Stylus Tough 6020 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-FX90 |
Alternate name | mju Tough 6020 | - |
Category | Waterproof | Small Sensor Compact |
Introduced | 2010-02-02 | 2011-08-26 |
Physical type | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Powered by | TruePic III | - |
Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 6.08 x 4.56mm | 6.08 x 4.56mm |
Sensor surface area | 27.7mm² | 27.7mm² |
Sensor resolution | 13 megapixels | 12 megapixels |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Maximum resolution | 4288 x 3216 | 4000 x 3000 |
Maximum native ISO | 1600 | 6400 |
Min native ISO | 64 | 80 |
RAW data | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
Touch focus | ||
Continuous AF | ||
AF single | ||
Tracking AF | ||
AF selectice | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
AF multi area | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detect focusing | ||
Contract detect focusing | ||
Phase detect focusing | ||
Total focus points | - | 23 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 28-140mm (5.0x) | 24-120mm (5.0x) |
Max aperture | f/3.9-5.9 | f/2.5-5.9 |
Macro focusing distance | 1cm | 3cm |
Crop factor | 5.9 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Type of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display sizing | 2.7 inches | 3 inches |
Display resolution | 230k dots | 460k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch functionality | ||
Display technology | - | TFT LCD |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 1/4 secs | 60 secs |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/2000 secs | 1/4000 secs |
Continuous shooting rate | 5.0fps | 4.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Set WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash distance | 4.00 m | 5.90 m |
Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Fill-in | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye reduction, Slow Sync |
External flash | ||
AE bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (30 fps) 640 x 480 (30, 15 fps), 320 x 240 (30, 15 fps) | 1920 x 1080 (60, 30 fps), 1280 x 720 (60, 30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) |
Maximum video resolution | 1280x720 | 1920x1080 |
Video file format | H.264 | MPEG-4, AVCHD |
Mic support | ||
Headphone support | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | Built-In |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environment sealing | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 122 grams (0.27 lb) | 149 grams (0.33 lb) |
Dimensions | 95 x 62 x 22mm (3.7" x 2.4" x 0.9") | 102 x 56 x 22mm (4.0" x 2.2" x 0.9") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light rating | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | - | 200 pictures |
Form of battery | - | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | Li-50B | - |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 12 seconds) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Storage type | SD/SDHC, Internal | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal |
Card slots | 1 | 1 |
Cost at launch | $279 | $227 |