Fujifilm F500 EXR vs Olympus TG-6
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Fujifilm F500 EXR vs Olympus TG-6 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 3200 (Increase to 12800)
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 24-360mm (F3.5-5.3) lens
- 215g - 104 x 63 x 33mm
- Launched January 2011
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 12800
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 3840 x 2160 video
- 25-100mm (F2.0-4.9) lens
- 253g - 113 x 66 x 32mm
- Announced May 2019
- Old Model is Olympus TG-5

Fujifilm F500 EXR vs Olympus TG-6 Overview
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.

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.

Fujifilm F500 EXR vs Olympus TG-6 Gallery
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.
Reasons to pick Fujifilm F500 EXR over the Olympus TG-6
Fujifilm F500 EXR | TG-6 |
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Reasons to pick Olympus TG-6 over the Fujifilm F500 EXR
TG-6 | Fujifilm F500 EXR | |||
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Announced | May 2019 | ![]() | January 2011 | More modern by 101 months |
Manually focus | ![]() | Dial precise focus | ||
Screen resolution | 1040k | ![]() | 460k | Sharper screen (+580k dot) |
Common features in the Fujifilm F500 EXR and Olympus TG-6
Fujifilm F500 EXR | TG-6 | |||
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Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Screen size | 3" | ![]() | 3" | Same screen sizing |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Lack of selfie screen | ||
Touch screen | ![]() | Neither comes with Touch screen |
Fujifilm F500 EXR vs Olympus TG-6 Physical Comparison
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.

Fujifilm F500 EXR vs Olympus TG-6 Sensor Comparison
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.

Fujifilm F500 EXR vs Olympus TG-6 Screen and ViewFinder


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Fujifilm F500 EXR vs Olympus TG-6 Specifications
Fujifilm FinePix F500 EXR | Olympus Tough TG-6 | |
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General Information | ||
Company | FujiFilm | Olympus |
Model type | Fujifilm FinePix F500 EXR | Olympus Tough TG-6 |
Category | Small Sensor Superzoom | Waterproof |
Launched | 2011-01-05 | 2019-05-22 |
Physical type | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor Chip | EXR | TruePic VIII |
Sensor type | EXRCMOS | BSI-CMOS |
Sensor size | 1/2" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 6.4 x 4.8mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor surface area | 30.7mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16MP | 12MP |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Full resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 4000 x 3000 |
Max native ISO | 3200 | 12800 |
Max boosted ISO | 12800 | - |
Lowest native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW files | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
Touch focus | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detection autofocus | ||
Contract detection autofocus | ||
Phase detection autofocus | ||
Total focus points | - | 25 |
Cross type focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens support | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 24-360mm (15.0x) | 25-100mm (4.0x) |
Max aperture | f/3.5-5.3 | f/2.0-4.9 |
Macro focusing range | 5cm | 1cm |
Crop factor | 5.6 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Type of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen size | 3 inches | 3 inches |
Screen resolution | 460 thousand dots | 1,040 thousand dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch screen | ||
Screen tech | TFT color LCD monitor | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 8s | 4s |
Highest shutter speed | 1/2000s | 1/2000s |
Continuous shooting rate | 3.0fps | 20.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual mode | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | - |
Set white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash distance | 3.20 m | - |
Flash options | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Sync | Auto, Red Eye Reduction, Slow sync. (1st curtain), Red-eye Slow sync. (1st curtain), Fill- in, Manual, Flash Off |
Hot shoe | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (30 fps), 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) | 3840 x 2160 @ 30p / 102 Mbps, MOV, H.264, Linear PC |
Max video resolution | 1920x1080 | 3840x2160 |
Video file format | MPEG-4 | MPEG-4, H.264 |
Microphone support | ||
Headphone support | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | Built-In |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | Built-in |
Physical | ||
Environment sealing | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 215g (0.47 lb) | 253g (0.56 lb) |
Physical dimensions | 104 x 63 x 33mm (4.1" x 2.5" x 1.3") | 113 x 66 x 32mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 1.3") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light rating | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | - | 340 images |
Battery style | - | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | NP-50 | LI-92B |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Auto shutter(Dog, Cat)) | Yes |
Time lapse recording | ||
Storage type | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/SDHC/SDXC card (UHS-I support) |
Card slots | Single | Single |
Pricing at launch | $430 | $449 |