Olympus E-620 vs Olympus TG-6

The following is a in depth review of the Olympus E-620 and Olympus TG-6, former is a Entry-Level DSLR while the latter is a Waterproof and both of them are produced by Olympus. The image resolution of the E-620 (12MP) and the TG-6 (12MP) is relatively well matched but the E-620 (Four Thirds) and TG-6 (1/2.3") boast totally different sensor sizing.

Photography Glossary

The E-620 was released 11 years before the TG-6 which is quite a sizable difference as far as technology is concerned. Both of the cameras have different body design with the Olympus E-620 being a Compact SLR camera and the Olympus TG-6 being a Compact camera.

Before delving into a thorough comparison, here is a short introduction of how the E-620 matches up vs the TG-6 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

This is a preview of the gallery photos for Olympus E-620 & Olympus Tough TG-6. The complete galleries are available at Olympus E-620 Gallery & Olympus TG-6 Gallery.

When you are looking to travel with your camera regularly, you need to factor in its weight and size. The Olympus E-620 provides physical measurements of 130mm x 94mm x 60mm (5.1" x 3.7" x 2.4") along with a weight of 500 grams (1.10 lbs) and the Olympus TG-6 has specifications of 113mm x 66mm x 32mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 1.3") accompanied by a weight of 253 grams (0.56 lbs).

Analyze the Olympus E-620 and Olympus TG-6 in our newest Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Do not forget, the weight of an ILC will change dependant on the lens you are employing at that moment. The following is a front view measurements comparison of the E-620 compared to the TG-6.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the E-620 and TG-6 is 71 and 90 respectively.

Typically, it can be tough to envision the contrast between sensor dimensions only by reading through specifications. The pic underneath will help provide you a much better sense of the sensor sizing in the E-620 and TG-6.

Plainly, both of these cameras have the same megapixel count albeit not the same sensor dimensions. The E-620 offers the bigger sensor which is going to make obtaining bokeh easier. The more aged E-620 is going to be behind with regard to sensor tech.