Olympus SP-810 UZ vs Olympus TG-6

On this page, we are analyzing the Olympus SP-810 UZ and Olympus TG-6, former is a Small Sensor Superzoom while the other is a Waterproof and both of them are offered by Olympus. The resolution of the SP-810 UZ (14MP) and the TG-6 (12MP) is fairly close and both cameras provide the same sensor size (1/2.3").

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The SP-810 UZ was released 8 years before the TG-6 which is a fairly significant difference as far as camera tech is concerned. Both cameras have different body design with the Olympus SP-810 UZ being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Olympus TG-6 being a Compact camera.

Before we go right into a full comparison, here is a quick highlight of how the SP-810 UZ scores against the TG-6 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

The following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Olympus SP-810 UZ & Olympus Tough TG-6. The complete galleries are available at Olympus SP-810 UZ Gallery & Olympus TG-6 Gallery.

For anyone who is planning to carry around your camera, you should consider its weight and volume. The Olympus SP-810 UZ has got outer measurements of 106mm x 76mm x 74mm (4.2" x 3.0" x 2.9") along with a weight of 413 grams (0.91 lbs) while the Olympus TG-6 has sizing of 113mm x 66mm x 32mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 1.3") having a weight of 253 grams (0.56 lbs).

Contrast the Olympus SP-810 UZ and Olympus TG-6 in our brand new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember that, the weight of an ILC will vary dependant on the lens you are utilizing at the time. Following is a front view overall size comparison of the SP-810 UZ versus the TG-6.

Considering size and weight, the portability rating of the SP-810 UZ and TG-6 is 78 and 90 respectively.

Generally, it is hard to see the contrast in sensor sizes merely by researching a spec sheet. The picture here might provide you a much better sense of the sensor measurements in the SP-810 UZ and TG-6.

As you can see, both the cameras provide the same sensor dimensions but not the same megapixels. You can anticipate the Olympus SP-810 UZ to provide you with greater detail as a result of its extra 2MP. Greater resolution can also enable you to crop photos more aggressively. The more aged SP-810 UZ will be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor technology.