Olympus 6000 vs Olympus TG-1 iHS

Here is a in depth overview of the Olympus 6000 and Olympus TG-1 iHS, one being a Small Sensor Compact and the latter is a Waterproof and both of them are designed by Olympus. The image resolution of the 6000 (10MP) and the TG-1 iHS (12MP) is relatively well matched and they possess the exact same sensor size (1/2.3").

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The 6000 was announced 3 years prior to the TG-1 iHS and that is quite a serious gap as far as tech is concerned. Each of these cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).

Before diving in to a more detailed comparison, below is a simple view of how the 6000 grades against the TG-1 iHS with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Below is a preview of the gallery photos for Olympus Stylus Tough 6000 and Olympus Tough TG-1 iHS. The whole galleries are provided at Olympus 6000 Gallery and Olympus TG-1 iHS Gallery.

If you are going to carry your camera often, you'll have to factor in its weight and proportions. The Olympus 6000 provides outer measurements of 95mm x 63mm x 22mm (3.7" x 2.5" x 0.9") having a weight of 179 grams (0.39 lbs) and the Olympus TG-1 iHS has measurements of 112mm x 67mm x 30mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 1.2") having a weight of 230 grams (0.51 lbs).

Contrast the Olympus 6000 and Olympus TG-1 iHS in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you are utilizing at the time. Below is the front view overall size comparison of the 6000 vs the TG-1 iHS.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability rating of the 6000 and TG-1 iHS is 94 and 91 respectively.

In many cases, it's tough to visualise the difference between sensor sizing just by reading through technical specs. The graphic below will help offer you a clearer sense of the sensor sizing in the 6000 and TG-1 iHS.

As you can tell, both of the cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements albeit not the same megapixels. You should count on the Olympus TG-1 iHS to resolve more detail with its extra 2MP. Higher resolution will enable you to crop photographs much more aggressively. The older 6000 is going to be behind with regard to sensor tech.