Olympus SZ-12 vs Olympus TG-610

Here, we are comparing the Olympus SZ-12 vs Olympus TG-610, one being a Small Sensor Superzoom and the other is a Waterproof and both are built by Olympus. The resolution of the SZ-12 (14MP) and the TG-610 (14MP) is fairly well matched and both cameras boast the identical sensor size (1/2.3").

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The SZ-12 was unveiled 13 months later than the TG-610 making them a generation apart from one another. Each of the cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before diving straight to a more detailed comparison, here is a quick summation of how the SZ-12 grades against the TG-610 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Olympus SZ-12 and Olympus TG-610. The full galleries are available at Olympus SZ-12 Gallery and Olympus TG-610 Gallery.

For anyone who is going to lug around your camera frequently, you will want to think about its weight and measurements. The Olympus SZ-12 features physical dimensions of 106mm x 69mm x 40mm (4.2" x 2.7" x 1.6") having a weight of 226 grams (0.50 lbs) while the Olympus TG-610 has proportions of 96mm x 65mm x 26mm (3.8" x 2.6" x 1.0") accompanied by a weight of 190 grams (0.42 lbs).

Contrast the Olympus SZ-12 vs Olympus TG-610 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you are utilising at that moment. Here is a front view dimension comparison of the SZ-12 and the TG-610.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability score of the SZ-12 and TG-610 is 89 and 93 respectively.

More often than not, it's hard to visualise the contrast between sensor measurements only by looking at a spec sheet. The photograph here will offer you a stronger sense of the sensor dimensions in the SZ-12 and TG-610.

Clearly, each of these cameras feature the identical sensor size and the identical resolution therefore you should expect similar quality of pictures although you have to consider the production date of the products into consideration. The newer SZ-12 is going to have an advantage when it comes to sensor tech.