Canon A2200 vs Olympus TG-6

Following is a detailed overview of the Canon A2200 versus Olympus TG-6, one is a Small Sensor Compact and the other is a Waterproof by rivals Canon and Olympus. The resolution of the A2200 (14MP) and the TG-6 (12MP) is very similar and they enjoy the same exact sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The A2200 was introduced 9 years earlier than the TG-6 which is quite a significant gap as far as technology is concerned. Both of these cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before going straight into a full comparison, below is a brief highlight of how the A2200 grades vs the TG-6 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Here is a sample of the gallery pics for Canon PowerShot A2200 and Olympus Tough TG-6. The whole galleries are provided at Canon A2200 Gallery and Olympus TG-6 Gallery.

When you are aiming to carry around your camera regularly, you should take into account its weight and dimensions. The Canon A2200 has got physical measurements of 93mm x 57mm x 24mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.9") and a weight of 135 grams (0.30 lbs) and the Olympus TG-6 has dimensions of 113mm x 66mm x 32mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 1.3") along with a weight of 253 grams (0.56 lbs).

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Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you have at that time. Underneath is the front view over all size comparison of the A2200 compared to the TG-6.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the A2200 and TG-6 is 95 and 90 respectively.

Quite often, it can be tough to picture the contrast between sensor sizes simply by reviewing technical specs. The pic below will help offer you a far better sense of the sensor sizing in the A2200 and TG-6.

As you have seen, the two cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing but different megapixels. You should expect to see the Canon A2200 to offer greater detail using its extra 2 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also make it easier to crop photos far more aggressively. The more aged A2200 is going to be disadvantaged with regard to sensor innovation.