Olympus 8010 vs Panasonic FP8

Below is a in-depth analysis of the Olympus 8010 vs Panasonic FP8, one being a Waterproof and the latter is a Ultracompact by rivals Olympus and Panasonic. The sensor resolution of the 8010 (13MP) and the FP8 (12MP) is pretty well matched and they feature the exact same sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The 8010 was launched 7 months later than the FP8 so they are both of a similar generation. Both the cameras come with different body type with the Olympus 8010 being a Compact camera and the Panasonic FP8 being a Ultracompact camera.

Before going through a step-by-step comparison, below is a simple summation of how the 8010 matches up vs the FP8 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Here is a preview of the gallery images for Olympus Stylus Tough 8010 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-FP8. The complete galleries are available at Olympus 8010 Gallery and Panasonic FP8 Gallery.

When you are planning to lug around your camera regularly, you'll have to factor in its weight and volume. The Olympus 8010 comes with outside dimensions of 98mm x 64mm x 24mm (3.9" x 2.5" x 0.9") with a weight of 245 grams (0.54 lbs) whilst the Panasonic FP8 has sizing of 96mm x 60mm x 20mm (3.8" x 2.4" x 0.8") along with a weight of 151 grams (0.33 lbs).

Analyze the Olympus 8010 vs Panasonic FP8 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you select at that time. Underneath is the front view dimension comparison of the 8010 vs the FP8.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the 8010 and FP8 is 92 and 95 respectively.

More often than not, its tough to see the gap between sensor measurements just by looking at technical specs. The graphic underneath should provide you a much better sense of the sensor dimensions in the 8010 and FP8.

As you can tell, both of those cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements albeit not the same MP. You should expect the Olympus 8010 to resolve greater detail utilizing its extra 1MP. Higher resolution will also help you crop photographs much more aggressively. The fresher 8010 is going to have an advantage in sensor technology.