Olympus 5010 vs Olympus TG-6

Here, we will be evaluating the Olympus 5010 vs Olympus TG-6, former being a Ultracompact while the latter is a Waterproof and they are both offered by Olympus. The image resolution of the 5010 (14MP) and the TG-6 (12MP) is relatively well matched and both cameras offer the identical sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The 5010 was launched 10 years before the TG-6 and that is quite a serious difference as far as technology is concerned. Both the cameras feature different body design with the Olympus 5010 being a Ultracompact camera and the Olympus TG-6 being a Compact camera.

Before we go straight to a complete comparison, here is a simple view of how the 5010 grades against the TG-6 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Below is a preview of the gallery photos for Olympus Stylus 5010 & Olympus Tough TG-6. The complete galleries are viewable at Olympus 5010 Gallery & Olympus TG-6 Gallery.

When you are aiming to carry your camera regularly, you'll need to factor in its weight and proportions. The Olympus 5010 features outside measurements of 95mm x 56mm x 20mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.8") accompanied by a weight of 126 grams (0.28 lbs) whilst the Olympus TG-6 has measurements of 113mm x 66mm x 32mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 1.3") along with a weight of 253 grams (0.56 lbs).

Analyze the Olympus 5010 vs Olympus TG-6 in our completely new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Don't forget, the weight of an ILC will differ depending on the lens you have attached during that time. Here is a front view size comparison of the 5010 compared to the TG-6.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the 5010 and TG-6 is 96 and 90 respectively.

Quite often, it can be hard to visualize the contrast between sensor sizing simply by checking technical specs. The photograph here might provide you a far better sense of the sensor measurements in the 5010 and TG-6.

As you have seen, each of the cameras feature the identical sensor size albeit different resolution. You can count on the Olympus 5010 to give greater detail utilizing its extra 2MP. Higher resolution can also let you crop pictures way more aggressively. The older 5010 is going to be disadvantaged with regard to sensor technology.