Olympus TG-860 vs Samsung ST6500

Following is a in depth overview of the Olympus TG-860 and Samsung ST6500, former is a Waterproof while the latter is a Ultracompact by manufacturers Olympus and Samsung. The resolution of the TG-860 (16MP) and the ST6500 (16MP) is relatively close and both cameras posses the same sensor size (1/2.3").

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The TG-860 was revealed 4 years after the ST6500 which is a fairly serious difference as far as camera technology is concerned. Both the cameras have the same body design (Ultracompact).

Before diving right into a in-depth comparison, here is a simple synopsis of how the TG-860 scores against the ST6500 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Following is a preview of the gallery photos for Olympus Stylus Tough TG-860 & Samsung ST6500. The full galleries are provided at Olympus TG-860 Gallery & Samsung ST6500 Gallery.

For anybody who is intending to carry around your camera regularly, you're going to have to take into account its weight and size. The Olympus TG-860 has external dimensions of 110mm x 64mm x 28mm (4.3" x 2.5" x 1.1") along with a weight of 224 grams (0.49 lbs) and the Samsung ST6500 has specifications of 102mm x 57mm x 19mm (4.0" x 2.2" x 0.7") having a weight of n/a grams (0.00 lbs).

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Do not forget, the weight of an ILC will change based on the lens you are employing at that moment. Below is a front view dimensions comparison of the TG-860 vs the ST6500.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the TG-860 and ST6500 is 91 and 99 respectively.

Typically, it is hard to envision the difference in sensor sizes just by researching specs. The pic underneath may provide you a better sense of the sensor sizes in the TG-860 and ST6500.

As you can plainly see, both of those cameras provide the same sensor dimensions and the same MP and you can expect comparable quality of pictures although you have to factor the launch date of the cameras into account. The fresher TG-860 will have an edge with regard to sensor tech.