Olympus 6020 vs Panasonic SZ1

On this page, we are reviewing the Olympus 6020 vs Panasonic SZ1, one being a Waterproof and the other is a Small Sensor Compact by competitors Olympus and Panasonic. The image resolution of the 6020 (13MP) and the SZ1 (16MP) is very comparable and both cameras boast the same sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The 6020 was announced 23 months before the SZ1 making them a generation apart from each other. Each of these cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before getting straight to a step-by-step comparison, here is a brief overview of how the 6020 scores vs the SZ1 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Following is a sample of the gallery pics for Olympus Stylus Tough 6020 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-SZ1. The whole galleries are viewable at Olympus 6020 Gallery and Panasonic SZ1 Gallery.

For anybody who is intending to lug around your camera often, you will want to factor its weight and dimensions. The Olympus 6020 has exterior measurements of 95mm x 62mm x 22mm (3.7" x 2.4" x 0.9") having a weight of 122 grams (0.27 lbs) and the Panasonic SZ1 has dimensions of 99mm x 59mm x 21mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.8") accompanied by a weight of 131 grams (0.29 lbs).

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Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you choose during that time. Following is a front view proportions comparison of the 6020 compared to the SZ1.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability score of the 6020 and SZ1 is 95 and 95 respectively.

Generally, it is tough to imagine the contrast in sensor measurements only by checking out specs. The graphic below might give you a more clear sense of the sensor sizing in the 6020 and SZ1.

All in all, both the cameras provide the same sensor dimensions but different resolution. You should expect to see the Panasonic SZ1 to provide extra detail with its extra 3 Megapixels. Greater resolution can also make it easier to crop photos more aggressively. The older 6020 will be behind when it comes to sensor technology.