Olympus 6020 vs Panasonic SZ10

Below is a extended analysis of the Olympus 6020 vs Panasonic SZ10, one being a Waterproof and the other is a Small Sensor Superzoom by brands Olympus and Panasonic. The resolution of the 6020 (13MP) and the SZ10 (16MP) is fairly well matched and they enjoy the exact same sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The 6020 was introduced 5 years earlier than the SZ10 and that is quite a big gap as far as technology is concerned. Each of the cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).

Before getting through a comprehensive comparison, below is a concise overview of how the 6020 scores vs the SZ10 for portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Olympus Stylus Tough 6020 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-SZ10. The whole galleries are viewable at Olympus 6020 Gallery and Panasonic SZ10 Gallery.

For anyone who is planning to lug around your camera, you'll have to factor in its weight and size. The Olympus 6020 offers exterior measurements of 95mm x 62mm x 22mm (3.7" x 2.4" x 0.9") with a weight of 122 grams (0.27 lbs) while the Panasonic SZ10 has specifications of 99mm x 60mm x 30mm (3.9" x 2.4" x 1.2") along with a weight of 177 grams (0.39 lbs).

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Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you have chosen at that moment. Below is the front view over all size comparison of the 6020 compared to the SZ10.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the 6020 and SZ10 is 95 and 93 respectively.

Quite often, it is tough to envision the difference between sensor measurements just by looking at technical specs. The photograph below might provide you a clearer sense of the sensor sizing in the 6020 and SZ10.

As you have seen, both of these cameras posses the exact same sensor measurements but not the same megapixels. You should anticipate the Panasonic SZ10 to resolve extra detail using its extra 3MP. Greater resolution will also make it easier to crop pics somewhat more aggressively. The older 6020 is going to be behind in sensor innovation.