Olympus E-PL6 vs Sony TX200V

On this page, we will be evaluating the Olympus E-PL6 and Sony TX200V, one being a Entry-Level Mirrorless and the latter is a Ultracompact by brands Olympus and Sony. The sensor resolution of the E-PL6 (16MP) and the TX200V (18MP) is relatively well matched but the E-PL6 (Four Thirds) and TX200V (1/2.3") provide different sensor sizing.

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The E-PL6 was unveiled 2 years later than the TX200V and that is quite a sizable gap as far as technology is concerned. Both of these cameras have different body design with the Olympus E-PL6 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera and the Sony TX200V being a Ultracompact camera.

Before we go straight to a step-by-step comparison, here is a short highlight of how the E-PL6 scores against the TX200V in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

This is a preview of the gallery photos for Olympus PEN E-PL6 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-TX200V. The full galleries are viewable at Olympus E-PL6 Gallery and Sony TX200V Gallery.

When you are planning to carry your camera regularly, you are going to need to factor in its weight and size. The Olympus E-PL6 enjoys outside dimensions of 111mm x 64mm x 38mm (4.4" x 2.5" x 1.5") accompanied by a weight of 325 grams (0.72 lbs) whilst the Sony TX200V has specifications of 96mm x 58mm x 16mm (3.8" x 2.3" x 0.6") along with a weight of 129 grams (0.28 lbs).

Examine the Olympus E-PL6 and Sony TX200V in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you are utilising during that time. The following is a front view measurements comparison of the E-PL6 and the TX200V.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the E-PL6 and TX200V is 88 and 96 respectively.

Typically, it's hard to imagine the gap between sensor sizing only by reading through technical specs. The visual underneath will help offer you a more clear sense of the sensor dimensions in the E-PL6 and TX200V.

As you can tell, the two cameras have different megapixels and different sensor sizing. The E-PL6 having a bigger sensor is going to make getting shallow DOF easier and the Sony TX200V will give you more detail having an extra 2MP. Higher resolution will also let you crop pictures a bit more aggressively. The younger E-PL6 should have a benefit with regard to sensor technology.