Olympus 6020 vs Panasonic ZS10

Its time to look a bit more closely at the Olympus 6020 vs Panasonic ZS10, former being a Waterproof while the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom by manufacturers Olympus and Panasonic. The image resolution of the 6020 (13MP) and the ZS10 (14MP) is relatively well matched and both cameras provide the identical sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The 6020 was manufactured 11 months prior to the ZS10 so they are both of a similar age. Both cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before going straight to a in depth comparison, here is a quick synopsis of how the 6020 grades versus the ZS10 for portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Following is a preview of the gallery photos for Olympus Stylus Tough 6020 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS10. The entire galleries are viewable at Olympus 6020 Gallery & Panasonic ZS10 Gallery.

When you are intending to lug around your camera often, you'll have to factor in its weight and dimensions. The Olympus 6020 provides external dimensions of 95mm x 62mm x 22mm (3.7" x 2.4" x 0.9") having a weight of 122 grams (0.27 lbs) while the Panasonic ZS10 has dimensions of 105mm x 58mm x 33mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.3") along with a weight of 219 grams (0.48 lbs).

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Bear in mind, the weight of an ILC will change based on the lens you are utilising at the time. Below is a front view dimensions comparison of the 6020 against the ZS10.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the 6020 and ZS10 is 95 and 91 respectively.

Quite often, it is very tough to see the difference between sensor measurements simply by reading through specifications. The graphic underneath may provide you a greater sense of the sensor dimensions in the 6020 and ZS10.

Plainly, both of the cameras feature the identical sensor size albeit not the same resolution. You can count on the Panasonic ZS10 to give extra detail due to its extra 1MP. Higher resolution will make it easier to crop shots way more aggressively. The older 6020 is going to be behind with regard to sensor tech.