Olympus E-PL1 vs Olympus TG-6
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Olympus E-PL1 vs Olympus TG-6 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 12MP - Four Thirds Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 3200
- Sensor based Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- Micro Four Thirds Mount
- 334g - 115 x 72 x 42mm
- Launched May 2010
- Later Model is Olympus E-PL1s
(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
- Succeeded the Olympus TG-5
Olympus E-PL1 vs Olympus TG-6 Overview
Following is a complete review of the Olympus E-PL1 vs Olympus TG-6, former is a Entry-Level Mirrorless while the latter is a Waterproof and both are sold by Olympus. The image resolution of the E-PL1 (12MP) and the TG-6 (12MP) is pretty similar but the E-PL1 (Four Thirds) and TG-6 (1/2.3") boast different sensor sizes.
Meta to Introduce 'AI-Generated' Labels for Media starting next monthThe E-PL1 was brought out 10 years prior to the TG-6 which is quite a significant difference as far as tech is concerned. The two cameras feature different body design with the Olympus E-PL1 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera and the Olympus TG-6 being a Compact camera.
Before delving into a step-by-step comparison, here is a brief summation of how the E-PL1 grades against the TG-6 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.
Olympus E-PL1 vs Olympus TG-6 Gallery
The following is a preview of the gallery images for Olympus PEN E-PL1 & Olympus Tough TG-6. The entire galleries are available at Olympus E-PL1 Gallery & Olympus TG-6 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Olympus E-PL1 over the Olympus TG-6
E-PL1 | TG-6 |
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Reasons to pick Olympus TG-6 over the Olympus E-PL1
TG-6 | E-PL1 | |||
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Announced | May 2019 | May 2010 | More modern by 109 months | |
Screen size | 3" | 2.7" | Bigger screen (+0.3") | |
Screen resolution | 1040k | 230k | Clearer screen (+810k dot) |
Common features in the Olympus E-PL1 and Olympus TG-6
E-PL1 | TG-6 | |||
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Focus manually | Dial precise focusing | |||
Screen type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed screen | |
Selfie screen | Missing selfie screen | |||
Touch screen | Neither offers Touch screen |
Olympus E-PL1 vs Olympus TG-6 Physical Comparison
If you're going to carry around your camera, you have to factor in its weight and proportions. The Olympus E-PL1 offers outside measurements of 115mm x 72mm x 42mm (4.5" x 2.8" x 1.7") along with a weight of 334 grams (0.74 lbs) while the Olympus TG-6 has measurements of 113mm x 66mm x 32mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 1.3") having a weight of 253 grams (0.56 lbs).
Examine the Olympus E-PL1 vs Olympus TG-6 in our completely new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.Don't forget, the weight of an ILC will differ depending on the lens you have chosen during that time. Following is a front view dimensions comparison of the E-PL1 versus the TG-6.
Using size and weight, the portability grade of the E-PL1 and TG-6 is 86 and 90 respectively.
Olympus E-PL1 vs Olympus TG-6 Sensor Comparison
Often, it is tough to imagine the contrast between sensor sizes just by going over technical specs. The pic underneath may give you a far better sense of the sensor sizing in the E-PL1 and TG-6.
As you can tell, each of the cameras feature the identical resolution albeit different sensor sizes. The E-PL1 has got the bigger sensor which is going to make obtaining bokeh easier. The more aged E-PL1 is going to be behind in sensor tech.
Olympus E-PL1 vs Olympus TG-6 Screen and ViewFinder
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Olympus E-PL1 vs Olympus TG-6 Specifications
Olympus PEN E-PL1 | Olympus Tough TG-6 | |
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General Information | ||
Make | Olympus | Olympus |
Model type | Olympus PEN E-PL1 | Olympus Tough TG-6 |
Type | Entry-Level Mirrorless | Waterproof |
Launched | 2010-05-17 | 2019-05-22 |
Physical type | Rangefinder-style mirrorless | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor | Truepic V | TruePic VIII |
Sensor type | CMOS | BSI-CMOS |
Sensor size | Four Thirds | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 17.3 x 13mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor area | 224.9mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 12MP | 12MP |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Maximum resolution | 4032 x 3024 | 4000 x 3000 |
Maximum native ISO | 3200 | 12800 |
Min native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW data | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
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 | 11 | 25 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | Micro Four Thirds | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | - | 25-100mm (4.0x) |
Max aperture | - | f/2.0-4.9 |
Macro focusing distance | - | 1cm |
Available lenses | 107 | - |
Focal length multiplier | 2.1 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Type of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen sizing | 2.7 inches | 3 inches |
Resolution of screen | 230 thousand dots | 1,040 thousand dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch operation | ||
Screen technology | HyperCrystal LCD AR (Anti-Reflective) coating | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | Electronic (optional) | None |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 60 seconds | 4 seconds |
Highest shutter speed | 1/2000 seconds | 1/2000 seconds |
Continuous shooting rate | 3.0 frames/s | 20.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | - |
Custom white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash distance | 10.00 m | - |
Flash options | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Fill-in, Slow Sync, Manual (3 levels) | Auto, Red Eye Reduction, Slow sync. (1st curtain), Red-eye Slow sync. (1st curtain), Fill- in, Manual, Flash Off |
Hot shoe | ||
AEB | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Highest flash synchronize | 1/160 seconds | - |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) | 3840 x 2160 @ 30p / 102 Mbps, MOV, H.264, Linear PC |
Maximum video resolution | 1280x720 | 3840x2160 |
Video data format | Motion JPEG | MPEG-4, H.264 |
Mic port | ||
Headphone port | ||
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 | ||
Environmental sealing | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 334 grams (0.74 pounds) | 253 grams (0.56 pounds) |
Physical dimensions | 115 x 72 x 42mm (4.5" x 2.8" x 1.7") | 113 x 66 x 32mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 1.3") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around rating | 54 | not tested |
DXO Color Depth rating | 21.5 | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range rating | 10.1 | not tested |
DXO Low light rating | 487 | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 290 pictures | 340 pictures |
Battery type | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | BLS-1 | LI-92B |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 12 sec) | Yes |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Storage type | SD/SDHC card | SD/SDHC/SDXC card (UHS-I support) |
Card slots | Single | Single |
Launch cost | $288 | $449 |