Olympus 8010 vs Panasonic G3
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Olympus 8010 vs Panasonic G3 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 13MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 64 - 1600
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 28-140mm (F3.9-5.9) lens
- 245g - 98 x 64 x 24mm
- Launched February 2010
- Other Name is mju Tough 8010
(Full Review)
- 16MP - Four Thirds Sensor
- 3" Fully Articulated Display
- ISO 160 - 6400
- 1920 x 1080 video
- Micro Four Thirds Mount
- 336g - 115 x 84 x 47mm
- Introduced July 2011
- Previous Model is Panasonic G2
- Later Model is Panasonic G5

Olympus 8010 vs Panasonic G3 Overview
The following is a in-depth review of the Olympus 8010 vs Panasonic G3, one is a Waterproof and the other is a Entry-Level Mirrorless by competitors Olympus and Panasonic. The image resolution of the 8010 (13MP) and the G3 (16MP) is very well matched but the 8010 (1/2.3") and G3 (Four Thirds) feature totally different sensor measurements.

The 8010 was launched 17 months before the G3 making the cameras a generation away from each other. Both the cameras offer different body type with the Olympus 8010 being a Compact camera and the Panasonic G3 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera.
Before we go in to a complete comparison, below is a brief highlight of how the 8010 matches up versus the G3 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Olympus 8010 vs Panasonic G3 Gallery
The following is a sample of the gallery pics for Olympus Stylus Tough 8010 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-G3. The complete galleries are available at Olympus 8010 Gallery and Panasonic G3 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Olympus 8010 over the Panasonic G3
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Reasons to pick Panasonic G3 over the Olympus 8010
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Introduced | July 2011 | ![]() | February 2010 | Newer by 17 months |
Manually focus | ![]() | Dial accurate focusing | ||
Display type | Fully Articulated | ![]() | Fixed | Fully Articulating display |
Display sizing | 3" | ![]() | 2.7" | Larger display (+0.3") |
Display resolution | 460k | ![]() | 230k | Crisper display (+230k dot) |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Easy selfies | ||
Touch display | ![]() | Easily navigate |
Common features in the Olympus 8010 and Panasonic G3
8010 | G3 |
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Olympus 8010 vs Panasonic G3 Physical Comparison
For anybody who is planning to travel with your camera regularly, you are going to need to factor its weight and size. The Olympus 8010 offers external dimensions of 98mm x 64mm x 24mm (3.9" x 2.5" x 0.9") having a weight of 245 grams (0.54 lbs) whilst the Panasonic G3 has specifications of 115mm x 84mm x 47mm (4.5" x 3.3" x 1.9") along with a weight of 336 grams (0.74 lbs).
Analyze the Olympus 8010 vs Panasonic G3 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you are using at that moment. The following is the front view overall size comparison of the 8010 and the G3.

Looking at size and weight, the portability rating of the 8010 and G3 is 92 and 83 respectively.

Olympus 8010 vs Panasonic G3 Sensor Comparison
Oftentimes, it can be tough to envision the contrast between sensor dimensions just by reading through specifications. The image here will provide you a stronger sense of the sensor dimensions in the 8010 and G3.
To sum up, the two cameras offer different resolutions and different sensor dimensions. The 8010 featuring a tinier sensor will make shooting shallower depth of field more difficult and the Panasonic G3 will give more detail utilizing its extra 3MP. Greater resolution will also help you crop pics a little more aggressively. The more aged 8010 is going to be behind in sensor tech.

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Olympus 8010 vs Panasonic G3 Specifications
Olympus Stylus Tough 8010 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-G3 | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | Olympus | Panasonic |
Model | Olympus Stylus Tough 8010 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-G3 |
Also called | mju Tough 8010 | - |
Type | Waterproof | Entry-Level Mirrorless |
Launched | 2010-02-02 | 2011-07-11 |
Physical type | Compact | SLR-style mirrorless |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor | TruePic III | Venus Engine FHD |
Sensor type | CCD | CMOS |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | Four Thirds |
Sensor dimensions | 6.08 x 4.56mm | 17.3 x 13mm |
Sensor surface area | 27.7mm² | 224.9mm² |
Sensor resolution | 13 megapixel | 16 megapixel |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Highest resolution | 4288 x 3216 | 4592 x 3448 |
Highest native ISO | 1600 | 6400 |
Lowest native ISO | 64 | 160 |
RAW files | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch to focus | ||
Continuous AF | ||
Single AF | ||
AF tracking | ||
AF selectice | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
AF multi area | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detection focusing | ||
Contract detection focusing | ||
Phase detection focusing | ||
Number of focus points | - | 23 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | fixed lens | Micro Four Thirds |
Lens focal range | 28-140mm (5.0x) | - |
Max aperture | f/3.9-5.9 | - |
Macro focus distance | 1cm | - |
Available lenses | - | 107 |
Focal length multiplier | 5.9 | 2.1 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fixed Type | Fully Articulated |
Screen size | 2.7 inches | 3 inches |
Screen resolution | 230k dots | 460k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch operation | ||
Screen technology | - | TFT Color LCD with wide-viewing angle |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | Electronic |
Viewfinder resolution | - | 1,440k dots |
Viewfinder coverage | - | 100 percent |
Viewfinder magnification | - | 0.7x |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 1/4 seconds | 60 seconds |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/2000 seconds | 1/4000 seconds |
Continuous shooting rate | 5.0 frames per second | 4.0 frames per second |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Exposure compensation | - | Yes |
Set WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash range | 4.00 m | 11.00 m |
Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Fill-in | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync |
External flash | ||
AEB | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Maximum flash synchronize | - | 1/160 seconds |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (30 fps) 640 x 480 (30, 15 fps), 320 x 240 (30, 15 fps) | 1920 x 1080 (60fps) 1280 x 720 (60, 30 fps), 640 x 480 (30fps), 320 x 240 (30fps)) |
Highest video resolution | 1280x720 | 1920x1080 |
Video data format | H.264 | AVCHD, Motion JPEG |
Mic port | ||
Headphone port | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 245 grams (0.54 lb) | 336 grams (0.74 lb) |
Dimensions | 98 x 64 x 24mm (3.9" x 2.5" x 0.9") | 115 x 84 x 47mm (4.5" x 3.3" x 1.9") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around score | not tested | 56 |
DXO Color Depth score | not tested | 21.0 |
DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | 10.6 |
DXO Low light score | not tested | 667 |
Other | ||
Battery life | - | 270 shots |
Battery type | - | Battery Pack |
Battery model | Li-50B | - |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 12 seconds) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC, Internal | SD/SDHC/SDXC |
Card slots | One | One |
Launch pricing | $600 | $500 |