Olympus 8010 vs Olympus VH-410

Here is a extended comparison of the Olympus 8010 vs Olympus VH-410, one being a Waterproof and the latter is a Small Sensor Compact and both are created by Olympus. The resolution of the 8010 (13MP) and the VH-410 (16MP) is relatively well matched and both cameras offer the same sensor size (1/2.3").

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The 8010 was announced 3 years before the VH-410 and that is quite a large gap as far as tech is concerned. Both cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before we go right into a comprehensive comparison, here is a brief introduction of how the 8010 scores versus the VH-410 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Below is a preview of the gallery photos for Olympus Stylus Tough 8010 and Olympus VH-410. The whole galleries are provided at Olympus 8010 Gallery and Olympus VH-410 Gallery.

In case you're going to carry your camera, you're going to have to factor in its weight and volume. The Olympus 8010 features physical dimensions of 98mm x 64mm x 24mm (3.9" x 2.5" x 0.9") having a weight of 245 grams (0.54 lbs) and the Olympus VH-410 has sizing of 102mm x 60mm x 21mm (4.0" x 2.4" x 0.8") and a weight of 152 grams (0.34 lbs).

Analyze the Olympus 8010 vs Olympus VH-410 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you have chosen at that moment. Below is a front view measurement comparison of the 8010 and the VH-410.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability score of the 8010 and VH-410 is 92 and 95 respectively.

Generally, it is very tough to envision the gap between sensor sizing simply by checking specs. The graphic below will help give you a much better sense of the sensor sizes in the 8010 and VH-410.

All in all, both of these cameras provide the same sensor dimensions albeit not the same megapixels. You should count on the Olympus VH-410 to resolve more detail with its extra 3 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also allow you to crop photographs more aggressively. The older 8010 is going to be disadvantaged with regard to sensor innovation.