Olympus 8010 vs Pentax W60

Lets examine more closely at the Olympus 8010 and Pentax W60, one being a Waterproof and the other is a Small Sensor Compact by competitors Olympus and Pentax. There exists a sizeable gap between the sensor resolutions of the 8010 (13MP) and W60 (10MP) but they enjoy the exact same sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The 8010 was revealed 8 months later than the W60 so they are both of a similar generation. The two cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).

Before getting in to a more detailed comparison, below is a simple introduction of how the 8010 grades versus the W60 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Here is a sample of the gallery pictures for Olympus Stylus Tough 8010 and Pentax Optio W60. The full galleries are available at Olympus 8010 Gallery and Pentax W60 Gallery.

If you're planning to lug around your camera frequently, you will need to consider its weight and measurements. The Olympus 8010 provides exterior dimensions of 98mm x 64mm x 24mm (3.9" x 2.5" x 0.9") with a weight of 245 grams (0.54 lbs) and the Pentax W60 has proportions of 98mm x 56mm x 25mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 1.0") having a weight of 165 grams (0.36 lbs).

Look at the Olympus 8010 and Pentax W60 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you have chosen at that moment. Underneath is the front view physical size comparison of the 8010 compared to the W60.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the 8010 and W60 is 92 and 94 respectively.

Sometimes, its difficult to imagine the gap between sensor measurements purely by looking at technical specs. The photograph below will provide you a better sense of the sensor dimensions in the 8010 and W60.

As you have seen, both of those cameras posses the exact same sensor measurements but different MP. You should anticipate the Olympus 8010 to give you more detail because of its extra 3 Megapixels. Greater resolution will enable you to crop photos somewhat more aggressively. The younger 8010 should have an edge with regard to sensor technology.