Olympus 6000 vs Olympus TG-4
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Olympus 6000 vs Olympus TG-4 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 10MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 50 - 1600
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 640 x 480 video
- 28-102mm (F3.5-5.1) lens
- 179g - 95 x 63 x 22mm
- Introduced July 2009
- Also referred to as mju Tough 6000
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 6400
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 25-100mm (F2.0-4.9) lens
- 247g - 112 x 66 x 31mm
- Revealed April 2015
- Earlier Model is Olympus TG-3
- Successor is Olympus TG-5

Olympus 6000 vs Olympus TG-4 Overview
Here, we are looking at the Olympus 6000 versus Olympus TG-4, one being a Small Sensor Compact and the other is a Waterproof and they are both built by Olympus. There is a crucial difference among the image resolutions of the 6000 (10MP) and TG-4 (16MP) but both cameras boast the identical sensor size (1/2.3").

The 6000 was released 6 years prior to the TG-4 and that is a fairly serious gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Both the cameras feature the same body design (Compact).
Before going right into a in depth comparison, here is a brief view of how the 6000 scores versus the TG-4 for portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Olympus 6000 vs Olympus TG-4 Gallery
Below is a sample of the gallery pics for Olympus Stylus Tough 6000 and Olympus Tough TG-4. The complete galleries are provided at Olympus 6000 Gallery and Olympus TG-4 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Olympus 6000 over the Olympus TG-4
6000 | TG-4 |
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Reasons to pick Olympus TG-4 over the Olympus 6000
TG-4 | 6000 | |||
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Revealed | April 2015 | ![]() | July 2009 | More recent by 70 months |
Manual focus | ![]() | More exact focusing | ||
Display size | 3" | ![]() | 2.7" | Larger display (+0.3") |
Display resolution | 460k | ![]() | 230k | Clearer display (+230k dot) |
Common features in the Olympus 6000 and Olympus TG-4
6000 | TG-4 | |||
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Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither contains selfie screen | ||
Touch display | ![]() | Neither contains Touch display |
Olympus 6000 vs Olympus TG-4 Physical Comparison
When you are going to lug around your camera often, you will want to factor its weight and measurements. The Olympus 6000 has got outside measurements of 95mm x 63mm x 22mm (3.7" x 2.5" x 0.9") and a weight of 179 grams (0.39 lbs) while the Olympus TG-4 has proportions of 112mm x 66mm x 31mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 1.2") accompanied by a weight of 247 grams (0.54 lbs).
Check the Olympus 6000 versus Olympus TG-4 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you are working with at that moment. Underneath is a front view size comparison of the 6000 and the TG-4.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability grade of the 6000 and TG-4 is 94 and 90 respectively.

Olympus 6000 vs Olympus TG-4 Sensor Comparison
Often, it is hard to imagine the gap in sensor measurements just by checking out technical specs. The photograph underneath will give you a more clear sense of the sensor sizing in the 6000 and TG-4.
As you can tell, both cameras come with the identical sensor size but different MP. You should expect to see the Olympus TG-4 to provide extra detail as a result of its extra 6MP. Greater resolution can also let you crop pics a good deal more aggressively. The older 6000 will be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor technology.

Olympus 6000 vs Olympus TG-4 Screen and ViewFinder


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Olympus 6000 vs Olympus TG-4 Specifications
Olympus Stylus Tough 6000 | Olympus Tough TG-4 | |
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General Information | ||
Company | Olympus | Olympus |
Model | Olympus Stylus Tough 6000 | Olympus Tough TG-4 |
Also Known as | mju Tough 6000 | - |
Category | Small Sensor Compact | Waterproof |
Introduced | 2009-07-01 | 2015-04-13 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Powered by | - | TruePic VII |
Sensor type | CCD | BSI-CMOS |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 10 megapixel | 16 megapixel |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 16:9, 4:3 and 3:2 | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Peak resolution | 3648 x 2736 | 4608 x 3456 |
Highest native ISO | 1600 | 6400 |
Min native ISO | 50 | 100 |
RAW pictures | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detect autofocus | ||
Contract detect autofocus | ||
Phase detect autofocus | ||
Number of focus points | - | 25 |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 28-102mm (3.6x) | 25-100mm (4.0x) |
Largest aperture | f/3.5-5.1 | f/2.0-4.9 |
Macro focus distance | 2cm | 1cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Range of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display size | 2.7 inches | 3 inches |
Display resolution | 230k dot | 460k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch display | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 1/4s | 4s |
Max shutter speed | 1/2000s | 1/2000s |
Continuous shutter speed | - | 5.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Change white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash range | 4.00 m | 7.90 m (at ISO 1600) |
Flash modes | Auto, Fill-in, Red-Eye reduction, Off, On | Auto, redeye reduction, fill-in, off, LED |
External flash | ||
AEB | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 640 x 480 (30, 15 fps), 320 x 240 (30, 15 fps) | 1920 x 1080 (30p), 1280 x 720 (30p), 640 x 480 (30 fps) |
Highest video resolution | 640x480 | 1920x1080 |
Video file format | Motion JPEG | H.264, Motion JPEG |
Microphone input | ||
Headphone input | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | Built-In |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | BuiltIn |
Physical | ||
Environmental seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 179 gr (0.39 lbs) | 247 gr (0.54 lbs) |
Physical dimensions | 95 x 63 x 22mm (3.7" x 2.5" x 0.9") | 112 x 66 x 31mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 1.2") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light score | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | - | 380 photos |
Battery format | - | Battery Pack |
Battery model | - | LI-92B |
Self timer | Yes (12 seconds) | Yes (2 or 12 sec, custom) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Storage media | xD Picture Card, microSD Card, Internal | SD, SDHC, SDXC, Internal Memory |
Storage slots | 1 | 1 |
Retail cost | $259 | $379 |