Olympus 6000 vs Olympus TG-320

Here is a extensive overview of the Olympus 6000 and Olympus TG-320, one being a Small Sensor Compact and the other is a Waterproof and both are offered by Olympus. There is a sizeable difference among the sensor resolutions of the 6000 (10MP) and TG-320 (14MP) but both cameras offer the identical sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The 6000 was launched 3 years before the TG-320 and that is a fairly large gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Both of the cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before delving into a comprehensive comparison, here is a quick summation of how the 6000 scores vs the TG-320 for portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

This is a sample of the gallery pics for Olympus Stylus Tough 6000 and Olympus TG-320. The complete galleries are viewable at Olympus 6000 Gallery and Olympus TG-320 Gallery.

In case you're intending to carry your camera frequently, you need to factor its weight and dimensions. The Olympus 6000 offers outer measurements of 95mm x 63mm x 22mm (3.7" x 2.5" x 0.9") with a weight of 179 grams (0.39 lbs) and the Olympus TG-320 has dimensions of 96mm x 63mm x 23mm (3.8" x 2.5" x 0.9") and a weight of 155 grams (0.34 lbs).

Look at the Olympus 6000 and Olympus TG-320 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you select at that moment. Underneath is a front view measurements comparison of the 6000 against the TG-320.

Looking at size and weight, the portability rating of the 6000 and TG-320 is 94 and 94 respectively.

In many cases, its tough to picture the contrast in sensor sizing only by seeing technical specs. The photograph below may give you a much better sense of the sensor sizing in the 6000 and TG-320.

As you have seen, both of these cameras feature the identical sensor size but different MP. You should expect to see the Olympus TG-320 to produce greater detail utilizing its extra 4 Megapixels. Greater resolution will help you crop images way more aggressively. The older 6000 will be behind in sensor innovation.