Olympus 8010 vs Panasonic GH1

Here, we will be evaluating the Olympus 8010 vs Panasonic GH1, former being a Waterproof while the latter is a Advanced Mirrorless by rivals Olympus and Panasonic. The image resolution of the 8010 (13MP) and the GH1 (12MP) is pretty comparable but the 8010 (1/2.3") and GH1 (Four Thirds) provide different sensor sizes.

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The 8010 was announced 7 months later than the GH1 and they are both of a similar age. Each of these cameras feature different body design with the Olympus 8010 being a Compact camera and the Panasonic GH1 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera.

Before delving right into a in-depth comparison, here is a quick overview of how the 8010 grades versus the GH1 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

This is a preview of the gallery images for Olympus Stylus Tough 8010 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-GH1. The whole galleries are provided at Olympus 8010 Gallery & Panasonic GH1 Gallery.

If you're looking to carry your camera, you should factor its weight and proportions. The Olympus 8010 has outer dimensions of 98mm x 64mm x 24mm (3.9" x 2.5" x 0.9") along with a weight of 245 grams (0.54 lbs) and the Panasonic GH1 has measurements of 124mm x 90mm x 45mm (4.9" x 3.5" x 1.8") having a weight of 385 grams (0.85 lbs).

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Remember, the weight of an ILC will vary dependant on the lens you have attached at that time. Underneath is a front view measurement comparison of the 8010 compared to the GH1.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the 8010 and GH1 is 92 and 81 respectively.

Normally, it's hard to imagine the gap in sensor sizing just by checking out specs. The photograph below should provide you a much better sense of the sensor dimensions in the 8010 and GH1.

As you can plainly see, both the cameras come with different megapixel count and different sensor sizing. The 8010 using its smaller sensor is going to make shooting shallow depth of field more difficult and the Olympus 8010 will show extra detail with its extra 1MP. Higher resolution will also make it easier to crop pictures a good deal more aggressively. The more modern 8010 should have an edge in sensor technology.