Olympus 8000 vs Olympus TG-6
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Olympus 8000 vs Olympus TG-6 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 64 - 1600
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 640 x 480 video
- 28-102mm (F3.5-5.1) lens
- 182g - 95 x 62 x 22mm
- Revealed July 2009
- Additionally Known as mju Tough 8000
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 12800
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 3840 x 2160 video
- 25-100mm (F2.0-4.9) lens
- 253g - 113 x 66 x 32mm
- Announced May 2019
- Old Model is Olympus TG-5
Olympus 8000 vs Olympus TG-6 Overview
Following is a thorough review of the Olympus 8000 and Olympus TG-6, former is a Small Sensor Compact while the other is a Waterproof and both are manufactured by Olympus. The resolution of the 8000 (12MP) and the TG-6 (12MP) is very similar and they enjoy the exact same sensor sizes (1/2.3").
Meta to Introduce 'AI-Generated' Labels for Media starting next monthThe 8000 was released 11 years prior to the TG-6 which is quite a large difference as far as tech is concerned. Both of these cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).
Before getting straight into a thorough comparison, below is a simple introduction of how the 8000 grades against the TG-6 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.
Olympus 8000 vs Olympus TG-6 Gallery
This is a sample of the gallery pics for Olympus Stylus Tough 8000 & Olympus Tough TG-6. The complete galleries are provided at Olympus 8000 Gallery & Olympus TG-6 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Olympus 8000 over the Olympus TG-6
8000 | TG-6 |
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Reasons to pick Olympus TG-6 over the Olympus 8000
TG-6 | 8000 | |||
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Announced | May 2019 | July 2009 | More modern by 120 months | |
Focus manually | Dial precise focusing | |||
Display dimension | 3" | 2.7" | Larger display (+0.3") | |
Display resolution | 1040k | 230k | Clearer display (+810k dot) |
Common features in the Olympus 8000 and Olympus TG-6
8000 | TG-6 | |||
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Display type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed display | |
Selfie screen | Neither contains selfie screen | |||
Touch display | Neither contains Touch display |
Olympus 8000 vs Olympus TG-6 Physical Comparison
If you're going to carry around your camera often, you have to factor in its weight and volume. The Olympus 8000 has got exterior dimensions of 95mm x 62mm x 22mm (3.7" x 2.4" x 0.9") and a weight of 182 grams (0.40 lbs) and the Olympus TG-6 has sizing of 113mm x 66mm x 32mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 1.3") having a weight of 253 grams (0.56 lbs).
Contrast the Olympus 8000 and Olympus TG-6 in our completely new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.Always remember, the weight of an ILC will change dependant on the lens you have chosen during that time. The following is the front view dimensions comparison of the 8000 compared to the TG-6.
Considering size and weight, the portability grade of the 8000 and TG-6 is 94 and 90 respectively.
Olympus 8000 vs Olympus TG-6 Sensor Comparison
Often, it is difficult to visualise the gap between sensor sizes only by reviewing specifications. The pic here may offer you a better sense of the sensor dimensions in the 8000 and TG-6.
To sum up, each of these cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements and the exact same resolution and you can expect similar quality of photos though you really should factor the age of the products into consideration. The more aged 8000 is going to be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor innovation.
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Olympus 8000 vs Olympus TG-6 Specifications
Olympus Stylus Tough 8000 | Olympus Tough TG-6 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | Olympus | Olympus |
Model type | Olympus Stylus Tough 8000 | Olympus Tough TG-6 |
Also referred to as | mju Tough 8000 | - |
Category | Small Sensor Compact | Waterproof |
Revealed | 2009-07-01 | 2019-05-22 |
Physical type | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Chip | - | TruePic VIII |
Sensor type | CCD | BSI-CMOS |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 6.08 x 4.56mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor surface area | 27.7mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 12 megapixels | 12 megapixels |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 16:9, 4:3 and 3:2 | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Max resolution | 3968 x 2976 | 4000 x 3000 |
Max native ISO | 1600 | 12800 |
Min native ISO | 64 | 100 |
RAW files | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
AF touch | ||
AF continuous | ||
AF single | ||
AF tracking | ||
AF selectice | ||
AF center weighted | ||
Multi area AF | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detection focusing | ||
Contract detection focusing | ||
Phase detection focusing | ||
Total focus points | - | 25 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 28-102mm (3.6x) | 25-100mm (4.0x) |
Max aperture | f/3.5-5.1 | f/2.0-4.9 |
Macro focusing distance | 2cm | 1cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.9 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Type of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen size | 2.7" | 3" |
Resolution of screen | 230 thousand dots | 1,040 thousand dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch screen | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 1/4s | 4s |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/2000s | 1/2000s |
Continuous shutter rate | - | 20.0 frames per sec |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual mode | ||
Change WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash distance | 4.00 m | - |
Flash options | Auto, Fill-in, Red-Eye reduction, Off, On | Auto, Red Eye Reduction, Slow sync. (1st curtain), Red-eye Slow sync. (1st curtain), Fill- in, Manual, Flash Off |
Hot shoe | ||
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) | 3840 x 2160 @ 30p / 102 Mbps, MOV, H.264, Linear PC |
Max video resolution | 640x480 | 3840x2160 |
Video format | Motion JPEG | MPEG-4, H.264 |
Mic support | ||
Headphone support | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | Built-In |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | Built-in |
Physical | ||
Environmental sealing | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 182 grams (0.40 pounds) | 253 grams (0.56 pounds) |
Dimensions | 95 x 62 x 22mm (3.7" x 2.4" x 0.9") | 113 x 66 x 32mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 1.3") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light rating | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | - | 340 images |
Style of battery | - | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | - | LI-92B |
Self timer | Yes (12 seconds) | Yes |
Time lapse recording | ||
Storage type | xD Picture Card, microSD Card, Internal | SD/SDHC/SDXC card (UHS-I support) |
Card slots | Single | Single |
Price at release | $380 | $449 |