Olympus E-PL6 vs Olympus TG-4

In this write-up, we will be analyzing the Olympus E-PL6 versus Olympus TG-4, one being a Entry-Level Mirrorless and the latter is a Waterproof and they are both manufactured by Olympus. The image resolution of the E-PL6 (16MP) and the TG-4 (16MP) is relatively well matched but the E-PL6 (Four Thirds) and TG-4 (1/2.3") feature totally different sensor sizes.

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The E-PL6 was manufactured 8 months before the TG-4 which means that they are both of a similar generation. Each of the cameras offer different body type with the Olympus E-PL6 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera and the Olympus TG-4 being a Compact camera.

Before delving through a in-depth comparison, below is a brief summation of how the E-PL6 matches up against the TG-4 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Following is a preview of the gallery photos for Olympus PEN E-PL6 and Olympus Tough TG-4. The entire galleries are available at Olympus E-PL6 Gallery and Olympus TG-4 Gallery.

When you are looking to lug around your camera regularly, you have to think about its weight and dimensions. The Olympus E-PL6 provides external dimensions of 111mm x 64mm x 38mm (4.4" x 2.5" x 1.5") and a weight of 325 grams (0.72 lbs) and the Olympus TG-4 has dimensions of 112mm x 66mm x 31mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 1.2") accompanied by a weight of 247 grams (0.54 lbs).

Compare the Olympus E-PL6 versus Olympus TG-4 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you are employing at that moment. Here is the front view size comparison of the E-PL6 compared to the TG-4.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability score of the E-PL6 and TG-4 is 88 and 90 respectively.

Oftentimes, it can be tough to see the contrast between sensor measurements merely by looking at a spec sheet. The graphic here might offer you a far better sense of the sensor dimensions in the E-PL6 and TG-4.

As you can see, both of those cameras offer the same exact MP albeit not the same sensor measurements. The E-PL6 features the bigger sensor which should make getting shallow DOF easier. The older E-PL6 is going to be disadvantaged in sensor tech.