Olympus 6000 vs Olympus TG-5

Its time to take a more detailed look at the Olympus 6000 vs Olympus TG-5, former is a Small Sensor Compact while the other is a Waterproof and both of them are produced by Olympus. The image resolution of the 6000 (10MP) and the TG-5 (12MP) is very comparable and they feature the same exact sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The 6000 was unveiled 8 years prior to the TG-5 which is a fairly big difference as far as camera technology is concerned. Both of these cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before going through a full comparison, below is a quick summation of how the 6000 grades versus the TG-5 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Below is a sample of the gallery pics for Olympus Stylus Tough 6000 & Olympus Tough TG-5. The full galleries are viewable at Olympus 6000 Gallery & Olympus TG-5 Gallery.

For anyone who is intending to travel with your camera often, you will have to consider its weight and proportions. The Olympus 6000 comes with external 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-5 has measurements of 113mm x 66mm x 32mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 1.3") having a weight of 250 grams (0.55 lbs).

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Take into consideration, the weight of an ILC will vary based on the lens you have at the time. Here is the front view measurement comparison of the 6000 and the TG-5.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability score of the 6000 and TG-5 is 94 and 90 respectively.

Normally, it's difficult to imagine the difference in sensor dimensions merely by checking out specs. The picture here should provide you a greater sense of the sensor sizing in the 6000 and TG-5.

All in all, both cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing but different resolution. You can expect to see the Olympus TG-5 to produce extra detail having an extra 2MP. Greater resolution will also allow you to crop photos far more aggressively. The more aged 6000 will be behind with regard to sensor tech.