Olympus 8010 vs Panasonic GF3

Here, we are analyzing the Olympus 8010 vs Panasonic GF3, former is a Waterproof while the other is a Entry-Level Mirrorless by brands Olympus and Panasonic. The sensor resolution of the 8010 (13MP) and the GF3 (12MP) is fairly close but the 8010 (1/2.3") and GF3 (Four Thirds) posses different sensor sizing.

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The 8010 was manufactured 18 months earlier than the GF3 making them a generation away from each other. Both of the cameras feature different body design with the Olympus 8010 being a Compact camera and the Panasonic GF3 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.

Before delving into a comprehensive comparison, here is a concise summary of how the 8010 matches up against the GF3 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

The following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Olympus Stylus Tough 8010 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-GF3. The entire galleries are available at Olympus 8010 Gallery & Panasonic GF3 Gallery.

If you are planning to carry around your camera regularly, you need to factor in its weight and measurements. The Olympus 8010 has external measurements 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 GF3 has proportions of 108mm x 67mm x 32mm (4.3" x 2.6" x 1.3") having a weight of 264 grams (0.58 lbs).

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Do not forget, the weight of an ILC will change depending on the lens you are working with during that time. Below is a front view overall size comparison of the 8010 against the GF3.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability grade of the 8010 and GF3 is 92 and 90 respectively.

Often, it is very difficult to visualize the gap in sensor sizes purely by researching technical specs. The picture below may provide you a much better sense of the sensor measurements in the 8010 and GF3.

As you have seen, both cameras feature different resolutions and different sensor sizes. The 8010 featuring a smaller sensor is going to make shooting shallow depth of field trickier and the Olympus 8010 will provide you with extra detail due to its extra 1MP. Greater resolution will also make it easier to crop images way more aggressively. The more aged 8010 will be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor tech.