Olympus 7010 vs Olympus TG-6

Lets look closer at the Olympus 7010 and Olympus TG-6, one being a Small Sensor Compact and the latter is a Waterproof and both are produced by Olympus. The image resolution of the 7010 (12MP) and the TG-6 (12MP) is relatively well matched and both cameras offer the same sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The 7010 was manufactured 10 years prior to the TG-6 and that is quite a large gap as far as technology is concerned. Both cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before going straight to a step-by-step comparison, here is a concise overview of how the 7010 grades against the TG-6 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

This is a preview of the gallery photos for Olympus Stylus 7010 and Olympus Tough TG-6. The entire galleries are viewable at Olympus 7010 Gallery and Olympus TG-6 Gallery.

For those who are intending to lug around your camera regularly, you should factor in its weight and size. The Olympus 7010 has physical dimensions of 98mm x 56mm x 26mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 1.0") along with a weight of 145 grams (0.32 lbs) and the Olympus TG-6 has specifications of 113mm x 66mm x 32mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 1.3") with a weight of 253 grams (0.56 lbs).

Check out the Olympus 7010 and Olympus TG-6 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you have at that time. Underneath is a front view over all size comparison of the 7010 against the TG-6.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the 7010 and TG-6 is 94 and 90 respectively.

Sometimes, it is tough to picture the contrast between sensor measurements merely by looking at a spec sheet. The graphic underneath might give you a clearer sense of the sensor dimensions in the 7010 and TG-6.

Clearly, both the cameras provide the same sensor dimensions and the identical resolution so you should expect similar quality of pictures however you might want to consider the release date of the products into consideration. The older 7010 is going to be disadvantaged in sensor technology.