Fujifilm F500 EXR vs Olympus TG-6

Here, we will be evaluating the Fujifilm F500 EXR vs Olympus TG-6, former is a Small Sensor Superzoom while the latter is a Waterproof by manufacturers FujiFilm and Olympus. There is a considerable difference between the sensor resolutions of the Fujifilm F500 EXR (16MP) and TG-6 (12MP) and the Fujifilm F500 EXR (1/2") and TG-6 (1/2.3") boast totally different sensor dimensions.

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The Fujifilm F500 EXR was announced 9 years before the TG-6 which is quite a large difference as far as tech is concerned. Each of the cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before delving straight to a detailed comparison, here is a quick highlight of how the Fujifilm F500 EXR scores against the TG-6 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

This is a preview of the gallery images for Fujifilm FinePix F500 EXR & Olympus Tough TG-6. The whole galleries are viewable at Fujifilm F500 EXR Gallery & Olympus TG-6 Gallery.

When you are planning to carry around your camera often, you'll have to consider its weight and proportions. The Fujifilm F500 EXR comes with exterior dimensions of 104mm x 63mm x 33mm (4.1" x 2.5" x 1.3") with a weight of 215 grams (0.47 lbs) whilst the Olympus TG-6 has measurements of 113mm x 66mm x 32mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 1.3") accompanied by a weight of 253 grams (0.56 lbs).

Look at the Fujifilm F500 EXR vs Olympus TG-6 in our completely new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Don't forget, the weight of an ILC will change dependant on the lens you use at that time. Underneath is a front view physical size comparison of the Fujifilm F500 EXR against the TG-6.

Considering size and weight, the portability rating of the Fujifilm F500 EXR and TG-6 is 91 and 90 respectively.

Often, it's tough to envision the contrast between sensor sizes only by going over specifications. The picture here will give you a better sense of the sensor sizes in the Fujifilm F500 EXR and TG-6.

To sum up, the 2 cameras come with different megapixels and different sensor sizes. The Fujifilm F500 EXR having a bigger sensor will make shooting shallower DOF less difficult and the Fujifilm F500 EXR will offer more detail with its extra 4MP. Higher resolution can also help you crop shots a good deal more aggressively. The more aged Fujifilm F500 EXR is going to be behind when it comes to sensor tech.