Olympus 6020 vs Panasonic ZS50

Here, we will be matching up the Olympus 6020 and Panasonic ZS50, one is a Waterproof and the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom by brands Olympus and Panasonic. The resolution of the 6020 (13MP) and the ZS50 (12MP) is relatively well matched and both cameras offer the identical sensor size (1/2.3").

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The 6020 was released 5 years before the ZS50 which is quite a serious gap as far as technology is concerned. Each of these cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before we go straight to a full comparison, here is a short view of how the 6020 grades versus the ZS50 for portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

This is a preview of the gallery photos for Olympus Stylus Tough 6020 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS50. The complete galleries are provided at Olympus 6020 Gallery and Panasonic ZS50 Gallery.

When you are intending to travel with your camera frequently, you're going to have to factor its weight and dimensions. The Olympus 6020 features physical measurements of 95mm x 62mm x 22mm (3.7" x 2.4" x 0.9") accompanied by a weight of 122 grams (0.27 lbs) while the Panasonic ZS50 has dimensions of 111mm x 65mm x 34mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 1.3") with a weight of 243 grams (0.54 lbs).

Check the Olympus 6020 and Panasonic ZS50 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you are using at that moment. The following is a front view measurement comparison of the 6020 compared to the ZS50.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the 6020 and ZS50 is 95 and 90 respectively.

Quite often, its difficult to envision the difference between sensor dimensions merely by reading through a spec sheet. The picture underneath will provide you a clearer sense of the sensor measurements in the 6020 and ZS50.

Clearly, each of the cameras come with the identical sensor size albeit not the same resolution. You should count on the Olympus 6020 to resolve greater detail as a result of its extra 1MP. Higher resolution will also let you crop photographs a good deal more aggressively. The more aged 6020 is going to be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor technology.