Olympus 8010 vs Panasonic GF6

Here is a comprehensive analysis of the Olympus 8010 and Panasonic GF6, one being a Waterproof and the latter is a Entry-Level Mirrorless by brands Olympus and Panasonic. The sensor resolution of the 8010 (13MP) and the GF6 (16MP) is pretty close but the 8010 (1/2.3") and GF6 (Four Thirds) offer different sensor sizes.

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The 8010 was introduced 4 years before the GF6 and that is a fairly large gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Both cameras feature different body design with the Olympus 8010 being a Compact camera and the Panasonic GF6 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.

Before getting straight to a more detailed comparison, here is a short summary of how the 8010 matches up against the GF6 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

This is a preview of the gallery images for Olympus Stylus Tough 8010 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-GF6. The whole galleries are provided at Olympus 8010 Gallery and Panasonic GF6 Gallery.

In case you're intending to carry your camera, you will need to consider its weight and dimensions. The Olympus 8010 has physical measurements of 98mm x 64mm x 24mm (3.9" x 2.5" x 0.9") accompanied by a weight of 245 grams (0.54 lbs) whilst the Panasonic GF6 has dimensions of 111mm x 65mm x 38mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 1.5") with a weight of 323 grams (0.71 lbs).

Look at the Olympus 8010 and Panasonic GF6 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you are working with at that time. Underneath is a front view dimensions comparison of the 8010 vs the GF6.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the 8010 and GF6 is 92 and 87 respectively.

More often than not, it is difficult to visualize the difference in sensor sizing simply by viewing technical specs. The photograph underneath will provide you a far better sense of the sensor sizing in the 8010 and GF6.

As you have seen, both of those cameras come with different resolutions and different sensor sizing. The 8010 with its smaller sensor is going to make achieving bokeh more difficult and the Panasonic GF6 will render more detail using its extra 3 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also help you crop shots a good deal more aggressively. The older 8010 will be disadvantaged in sensor innovation.